Merchandise Allocation; Distributor

Position: Merchandise Allocation (Distributor)
Brand Overview:
At maurices, we’re all about feel-good fashion for real life. We’re committed to our service with style promise and to offering affordable fashion that takes women from workday to weekend—and all of life’s adventures in between. With inclusive sizing from 0–24, maurices is known for versatile styles across key categories like denim, dresses, tops, and more. We’ve been doing this since 1931, and today you’ll find us in over 800 communities across North America and online at  At maurices, it’s more than clothes - it’s where fun, friendship and fashion come together!

We believe in putting People First — and that starts with you. We’re a collaborative team that leads with kindness, values authenticity, stays curious, and moves with agility. We work smart, have fun, and support one another in a generously flexible environment that empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. We’re headquartered in the heart of Duluth, Minnesota overlooking the beautiful shores of Lake Superior.

Our original hometown offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, four-season adventure, and a vibrant college town atmosphere. Ready to apply? We currently have an opportunity for a Merchandise Allocation (Distributor) to join our team located at our Corporate Office-maurices-Duluth, MN 55802.

Position Overview:

Role

Purpose:

The Distributor is responsible for the execution of allocation strategies based on merchandise assortment and inventory strategies resulting in delivering improved margin and a better customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the timely allocation of product to stores. Responsible for new merchandise allocations and warehouse management of merchandise in reserve to be replenished to stores (new purchase orders, advanced shipping notices, warehouse pulls) Attend and participate in on-going meetings with cross-functional team to understand product and planning strategy for each category. Understand floor set strategy/timing and the flow of goods needed to support store sales.

Utilize Monthly Assortments plans to direct allocation decisions. Develop a strong working knowledge of the Allocation system to execute allocations. In the allocation system, create/edit/update/maintain relevant combos, attributes, and size models. Utilize auto allocation functionality to support efficient allocations, and monitor accuracy of the allocation to determine any changes required to the method used. Review and address allocations for project stores, trending stores and any other exception stores, ensuring allocations are achieving desired results.

Help build balanced assortments and monitor inventory levels pre and post opening for new and remodel stores. Analysis (business, consolidations, transfers):
Develop and maximize systems knowledge and where to find necessary data for analysis and continuous improvement of allocations Review information and draw conclusions from available reports Create sound decisions based on the utilization of all available resources including systems Identify risks/opportunities and propose solutions Help create and maintain monthly assortments. Create and maintain strong partnerships (on order meetings, sharing info, department meetings):
Actively participate and listen for understanding Courage to challenge and share new ideas Allow others to express their thoughts/have an open mind Seek out and use resources to improve business Discuss strategies with and ask questions of Buyers, Assistant Buyers, Distribution Analysts, Planners, etc. Consistently embody the Companies Leadership Principles in the pursuit of goal achievement and results Education/Skills and Experience Requirements:

Education:

High School education or equivalent required Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred

Experience:

Previous retail experience preferred

Skills:

Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software technology. Ability to use MS office suite (excel, word, power point, outlook). Problem solving skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines, and remain flexible Attention…