Key Responsibilities Allocation & System Execution Execute daily allocation, replenishment, and stock transfer activities in the system based on sell-through performance and inventory status Maintain and update key system parameters (e.g., min/max stock levels, safety stock, allocation rules) to support auto-replenishment logic Monitor auto-replenishment results and perform manual adjustments when needed Support initial allocation for new product launches and ongoing rolling allocation to ensure proper stock flow to stores Sales & Inventory Monitoring Track daily retail KPIs (sell-through %, inventory turnover, weeks of cover, sell-in vs sell-out gap) Take timely actions on replenishment, transfer, and stock rebalancing to improve inventory efficiency Identify slow-moving items and execute markdown, promotion, or clearance actions Promotion & Campaign Execution Support end-to-end execution of CS channel promotions, including: Promotion setup in system (price/discount configuration) Preparation and validation of promotion product lists Allocation support to ensure sufficient stock during campaigns Conduct basic post-promotion analysis (e.g., sell-through uplift, residual stock risk) Cross-functional Coordination Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams: Store & Operations teams to align on demand and execution feedback SCM & Logistics to follow up on shipment schedules and delivery timelines Buying/AP teams to align on assortment and inventory strategy Track product delivery progress and ensure alignment with sales rhythm Reporting & Data Management Prepare and maintain daily/weekly/monthly reports on sales, inventory, weeks of cover, and promotion performance Support data maintenance (e.g., SKU mapping, store grouping, product categorization) Ensure data accuracy and proactively identify and resolve discrepancies Process & Operational Excellence Understand and follow retail KPIs, allocation and replenishment processes Ensure high accuracy and compliance in system operations and data handling Identify issues in system or process (e.g., replenishment logic, data gaps) and propose improvements Continuously improve operational efficiency through process optimization and simple automation Key Requirements 2–5 years of experience in Retail, Allocation, Merchandising, or Supply Chain Hands-on experience with allocation/replenishment systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA) is a plus Strong data sensitivity with good Excel skills (e.g., Pivot Table, VLOOKUP) Detail-oriented with strong execution capability in a fast-paced environment Good communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams

Assistant Manager Retail CS Allocation (Shanghai, SH, CN) @ adidas

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