About this role
SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody. At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers. As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets. We are looking for a strategic, commercially driven Senior Allocator to join our Retail Planning team. This role owns the end-to-end allocation strategy across the SKIMS retail fleet, from seasonal distribution planning through in-season inventory management, replenishment execution, and exit. The ideal candidate brings deep allocation expertise, strong cross-functional influence, and the judgment to make inventory decisions that protect sales, margin, and the customer experience at every door. This is a highly visible role with direct impact on how SKIMS manages inventory as our retail business scales. · Own the end-to-end allocation strategy for the SKIMS retail fleet, translating seasonal buy plans and distribution strategies into store-level execution across initial sends, replenishment, size balancing, and end-of-life management. · Develop and maintain store clustering and attribute frameworks that drive differentiated assortment strategies, optimize inventory productivity, and improve gross margin by door. · Lead size curve analysis across the fleet; develop and refine size curves by store cluster, category, and season to improve allocation accuracy and reduce size imbalances. · Manage inventory levels by door based on capacity, store attributes, seasonality, and selling curves; proactively identify and act on stock liabilities and sales opportunities across the fleet before they impact financial performance. · Lead in-season inventory management, including replenishment execution, inter-store transfer recommendations, consolidations, and markdown timing proposals; present findings and recommendations to Planning leadership. · Own exit strategy development for seasonal and aging inventory by door; partner with Planning and Merchandising to align on clearance approach, timing, and consolidation plans that protect margin. · Lead new store opening inventory strategy, including assortment builds calibrated to door capacity, store profile, and cluster; coordinate with Logistics, Retail Operations, and the DC to ensure timely and accurate execution. · Analyze store sales, weeks-of-supply, sell-through, and stock-to-sales ratios on a weekly basis; synthesize findings into clear, actionable recommendations and present performance recaps to senior leadership. · Monitor warehouse and in-transit inventory by door; proactively flag receiving or shipping issues and drive resolution with cross-functional partners to protect the allocation plan and store readiness. · Build, own, and publish best-seller, hindsight, and allocation performance reports on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis; communicate insights and recommended actions to cross-functional partners with clarity and confidence. · Serve as the primary allocation point of contact with store field teams and Retail Operations; maintain open lines of communication, gather on-the-ground intelligence, and incorporate store-level insights into allocation decision-making. · Provide mentorship and day-to-day guidance to the Allocator; support their development by sharing best practices, reviewing their work, and building their analytical and strategic capabilities. · Drive continuous improvement of allocation tools, reporting infrastructure, and replenishment processes; identify inefficiencies and recommend scalable solutions as the retail fleet grows.