What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Allocation Analyst position at PRI Global?
Job Title: Customer Allocations Lead
Location: Hershey, PA
Duration: 9–12 Months
Role Summary
The Customer Allocations Lead is responsible for managing the end-to-end allocation process when customer demand exceeds available supply. This role works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Sales, and Planning teams to ensure inventory is distributed strategically and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and execute allocation decisions based on demand vs supply constraints
- Analyze demand forecasts, inventory levels, and production limitations
- Build data-driven recommendations for leadership decisions
- Manage allocation entries in systems (SAP S/4) and ensure accuracy
- Partner with Sales, Customer Supply Chain, and Planning teams
- Support reporting, leadership updates, and process improvements
Required Skills
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis)
- Experience in supply chain, demand planning, or inventory management
- Ability to analyze data and make recommendations
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills