Inventory Allocation Planner

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About the role

  • Inventory Allocation Planner optimizing furniture inventory allocation and regional availability for Article, a furniture company. Analyzing stock, guiding allocation decisions, and coordinating fulfillment-center operations.

Responsibilities

  • Execute inventory allocation plans to maintain regional On-Site Availability (OSA)
  • Monitor inventory levels and allocate inventory to warehouses
  • Recommend stock transfers to prevent stockouts or overstock situations
  • Analyze stock movement trends and improve inventory placement
  • Update stock availability in real time and recommend adjustments based on demand fluctuations
  • Track and report inventory allocation metrics aligned with business goals
  • Collaborate with Sourcing, Inbound Logistics, warehouse, and Merchandise Planning teams
  • Resolve inventory-related execution challenges and escalate risks affecting inventory flow and availability
  • Communicate inventory status and concerns with internal stakeholders
  • Support continuous improvement in allocation processes and inventory management systems
  • Use and review AI-generated insights for inventory analysis, trend and risk identification, and allocation decisions
  • Identify opportunities to simplify and automate repetitive analysis, reporting, and allocation processes

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in Inventory Allocation, Supply Chain Planning, or Logistics
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large datasets for inventory analysis
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies
  • Proficiency in inventory management systems (IMS, WMS) and reporting tools (Tableau, Excel)
  • Willingness to learn and use AI tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and problem-solving in daily work
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt to dynamic business needs
  • Ability to influence others to get the results needed to move a project forward

Benefits

  • Annual cash bonus for eligible employees when Article hits its annual financial goals
  • 4% RRSP matched contributions through Wealthsimple
  • 15 days of vacation
  • 1 extra day off (Inclusion and Diversity Day)
  • 6 well-being (sick) days
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Work remotely anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks
  • Extended health, dental, and vision benefits
  • $1000 health/lifestyle spending account
  • TELUS Health App
  • Mental Health Assistance/Counseling
  • Virtual medical appointments
  • Standup desks available on request
  • Salty, sweet, and healthy snacks, premium coffees, and teas
  • Onsite fitness equipment with showers and towel service
  • Pickleball, badminton, and table tennis facilities/activities
  • Dog-friendly office
  • Free street parking
  • Indoor secure bike storage with change rooms and showers
  • 45% discount on the entire product range (15% for friends and family)

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$78,000 - CA$88,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Tech skills

Tableau

Location requirements

HybridVancouverCanada

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