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Assistant Manager Franchise In Season Trading

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION

The Assistant Manager, Allocation & In-Season Trading supports the execution of merchandise allocation and replenishment activities to drive retail performance and inventory productivity. The role ensures accurate product flow, timely replenishment, and disciplined in-season trading execution at store and cluster level.

Compared to Manager level, this position focuses on strong operational execution, analytical support, and process compliance, while progressively building commercial judgment and independent decision-making capability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Allocation & Replenishment Execution

  • Execute product allocation and replenishment based on approved trading plans and system parameters.
  • Create and maintain sales orders, monitor product release schedules, and follow up on replenishment accuracy.
  • Track stock levels, weeks of cover, and sell-through performance at store and cluster level.
  • Escalate supply risks and inventory imbalances with proposed solutions.

2. In-Season Trading Support

  • Monitor daily and weekly sales and inventory performance.
  • Identify slow-moving and fast-selling products and recommend trading actions.
  • Support markdown execution, promotion allocation, and stock rebalancing activities.
  • Assist in liquidation planning and excess inventory control.

3. Re-Order & Demand Coordination

  • Support re-order planning by consolidating sales trends and inventory data.
  • Coordinate with Planning, Buying, and SCM teams to ensure timely fulfillment.
  • Follow up on delivery schedules and highlight potential delays or risks.

4. Reporting & Data Management

  • Prepare weekly and monthly allocation and trading reports.
  • Ensure data accuracy in allocation systems and reporting tools.
  • Maintain dashboards and tracking files to support decision-making.
  • Continuously improve reporting efficiency and data reliability.

5. Process Discipline & Continuous Improvement

  • Follow allocation governance and operational SOPs.
  • Ensure compliance with inventory management and trading processes.
  • Identify operational improvement opportunities and share recommendations.
  • Support digital tool adoption and system enhancement initiatives.

SUCCESS METRICS

  • Replenishment accuracy and service level.
  • Sell-through support improvement at store level.
  • Inventory balance and weeks of cover control.
  • Timely execution of markdown and trading actions.
  • Data accuracy and reporting quality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience in allocation, merchandise planning, or retail operations.
  • Strong analytical skills with good Excel capability.
  • Basic understanding of retail KPIs and inventory management principles.
  • Detail-oriented with strong execution discipline.
  • Good communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
  • Strong willingness to learn and develop commercial judgment.

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Job Title:  Assistant Manager Franchise In Season Trading

Brand: 
Location:  Shanghai
TEAM:  Merchandising & Planning
State:  SH
Country/Region:  CN
Contract Type:  Full time
Number:  541748
Date:  Mar 4, 2026
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