Mission
Retail Allocation Strategy
- Lead global retail allocation strategy in alignment with seasonal buys, regional assortment needs, and in-season demand signals.
- Partner with regional and market allocation teams to set best-in-class allocation practice that optimize sell-out and sell-through, minimizing shortage & stock imbalances.
- Translate topline planning into efficient store-level inventory actions, with a focus on demand-driven and data-informed decisions.
- Drive in-season execution by enabling fast reactions to sales trends, over/underperformance, and evolving product needs.
- Collaborate closely with merchandise planning, buying and retail teams to ensure seamless integration end-to-end with consistent strategic actions.
- Measure and monitor allocation KPIs
- Provide analysis and insights to the Global C-suite on allocation performance and regional opportunities.
System Implementation & Operations
- Support the deployment of global allocation tools and processes as part of the broader Buying and Planning system transformation.
- Partner with IT and planning teams to ensure allocation functionality is embedded within system builds.
- Lead change management efforts within allocation teams during digital tool rollouts and process evolution.
- Monitor and troubleshoot allocation issues, ensuring consistent and data-driven resolution to optimize in-season outcomes.
Profil
- 10+ years of experience in retail allocation, merchandise operations, or supply chain planning, preferably in fashion, retail, or luxury.
- Proven experience managing global retail allocation or distribution strategies.
- Solid track record on allocation operation
- Knowledge of allocation and planning systems including Anaplan is a must.
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on inventory performance, product flow, and store productivity.
- Experience driving systems implementation and operational transformation.
- Excellent cross-functional communication skills, especially with planning, buying, and IT teams.
- Eager to work with Local Teams on site
Egalité des chances
Chez Lacoste, nous nous engageons à faire de l'égalité des chances une réalité.
Héritée de notre vision unique du fashion-sport, l'égalité des chances nous fait avancer et nos méthodes de recrutement suivent cet engagement en valorisant avant tout les compétences et en accueillant tous types de talents.
Nous nous engageons à favoriser un environnement inclusif où l'élégance va au-delà du style et où chacun/e d'entre nous a la possibilité de réaliser son plein potentiel.