Allocator

About You You’re analytical, detail-oriented, and highly comfortable working with data

You understand how allocation decisions directly impact customer experience and sales performance

You’re proactive and solution-oriented, always looking for ways to improve flow and efficiency

You’re highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

You communicate clearly and collaborate well across merchandising, planning, and operations teams

You’re comfortable navigating ambiguity and making decisions with imperfect information

You’re energized by Knix’s mission and excited to help bring product to life for customers

What You'll Do Own initial and ongoing store allocations, ensuring optimal distribution of inventory across all channels

Execute allocation strategies that support seasonal launches, new product introductions, and in-season performance

Balance inventory across stores, distribution centers (CA & US), and channels including e-commerce, Amazon, and wholesale

Monitor sales performance, sell-through, and inventory levels to make timely reallocation and transfer recommendations for stores

Partner with Merchandising, Planning, and Replenishment to align allocations with assortment and demand forecasts

Identify and act on opportunities to improve in-stock performance, reduce excess inventory, and optimize size and SKU distribution

Maintain allocation systems, tools, and reporting to ensure accuracy, speed, and consistency

Provide clear reporting and insights on inventory movement, store performance, and allocation effectiveness

Qualifications Previous experience in retail allocation, merchandising, planning, or inventory management

Strong understanding of retail math and key metrics (sell-through, in-stock, WOS, inventory turn, GM)

Advanced Excel skills; experience with allocation or inventory systems is an asset

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into action

Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth, and evolving environment

Compensation $62,000 CAD annual salary and up