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Assistant Manager Retail CS Allocation

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 monthly 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

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

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.

  • COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..
  • OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.
  • INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
  • TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
  • INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.
  • RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.


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Job Title:  Assistant Manager Retail CS Allocation

Brand: 
Location:  Shanghai
TEAM:  Merchandising & Planning
State:  SH
Country/Region:  CN
Contract Type:  Full time
Number:  545302
Date:  May 22, 2026
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