Associate Retail Inventory Allocator

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.

• →Manages part of the business employing approved processes, controls and reporting; assigned product categories with low to medium complexity.
• →Demonstrates understanding and appropriate use of Fulfillment Replenishment and Dynamic Allocations functionality, supporting the store order construct.
• →Supports and understands retail inventory strategies and successfully learns to interpret Merchandising and Visual intent.
• →Maintains accuracy in Replenishment, New to Floor, and New Store Fit-Up orders for assigned category.
• →Drives the identification of patterns and relationships in data to break through high level of detail. Maintains an objective view of findings; formulates conclusions and summarizes clearly.
• →Demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying & managing business trends versus reacting to issues.
• →Supports department leadership and collaborates with cross-functional team members to ensure channel deliverables are met.
• →Prioritizes and implements the day-to-day execution of assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• →Understands and participates in change as needed to achieve financial and business goals.

• BA/BS required
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong Excel and systems aptitude – BlueYonder exposure a plus
• Demonstrates ability to work in a systematic and organized approach
• Strong attention to detail; works in a precise, methodical manner
• Ability to develop and utilize guidelines, processes, and tools for success
• Ability to prioritize and manage a workload delivering quality deliverables within tight timelines
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player, and results-oriented
• Strong Communicator
• Engaged, self-motivated with a positive presence
• Resilient and able to effectively navigate ambiguous situations
• Seeks out diverse thinking and many voices to problem solve
• Strives to continuously learn, grow, and develop, and help others

If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.

If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you!   At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us.  We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.