What are the responsibilities and job description for the FP Movement Store Planning & Allocation Manager position at FP Movement?
Role Summary
FP Movement is searching for a Store Planning & Allocation Manager who will creatively lead and manage the allocation team to maximize sales and profit through thoughtful business analysis. In this role, you will balance financial objectives with an intuitive understanding of our product and community, transforming data into actionable strategies. We are looking for a leader who understands that retail is both an art and a science, ensuring our inventory is optimally placed to achieve our growth goals while staying true to the lifestyle of the brand.
Role Responsibilities
- Oversee the development and execution of store-level plans, stock-to-sales ratios, size profiling, and back-stock management.
- Monitor category performance and collaborate with Planning on financial plans and monthly forecasts.
- Balance unit and style counts across the fleet to align with localized demand and store profiles.
- Analyze selling patterns to provide continuous inventory recommendations for current allocations and future buys.
- Ensure the seamless and timely execution of product delivery for new store openings.
- Standardize and elevate current allocation processes while integrating new systems and analytical tools.
- Utilize and execute new systems and tools to optimize inventory flow and efficiency.
- Support and develop the broader division through the strategic use of information systems.
- Manage, coach, and develop the allocation team to foster professional growth.
- Partner with Buying, Planning, and the Distribution Center to optimize the weekly flow of merchandise.
- Maintain clear, consistent, and supportive communication with retail store teams.
Role Qualifications
- 5–7 years of experience in retail allocation or inventory planning, with at least 1–2 years of experience directly managing and developing a team.
- Prior allocation or inventory planning experience within a specialty retail brand or apparel company is highly preferred.
- Superior financial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to find the story behind numbers.
- Results-oriented with a strong sense of accountability and drive.
- Creative, "outside-the-box" thinker who approaches challenges with resourcefulness.
- Strong communication skills, able to build genuine connections across teams.
- Collaborative mindset with a proven ability to work effectively in team environments.
- Ability to thrive and maintain a grounded focus in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
The Perks
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO Statement
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