Allocation Analyst

Tecovas was founded with the simple goal of making the world's best western boots, apparel and leather goods - and selling them at a fair price. We are a brand revolutionizing a category and welcoming first-time boot buyers and western enthusiasts alike.

Tecovas is looking for an Allocation Analyst to develop, execute, and evaluate the desired inventory levels needed to support our rapidly growing store count. Reporting directly to the Senior Allocation Manager, you will be a key leader in balancing the target inventory by sales channel while helping evolve our replenishment process.

You will work closely with the Merchandising, Operations and Retail to deliver the right product, in the right quantities at the right time. In addition to managing weekly replenishment, you will provide sales and inventory analysis by location and own retail inventory related projects. 

This role is required to be based in Austin, TX. Candidates must either be currently located in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX.

What you’ll do:

• Own weekly store inventory replenishments to support sales demand, manage healthy stock to sales ratios, and support Tecovas merchandising goals
• Communicate weekly orders to 3PL and Logistics to ensure inventory is picked, packed and shipped on time
• Analyze style, color and size performance by location on a regular cadence to identify risks and opportunities
• Communicate with Merchants and Planners on a weekly basis regarding all issues related to allocations, replenishment and inventory.
• Build allocation plans in collaboration with retail and merchandising teams for new product launching in retail by reserving inventory by location ahead of launch dates and ensuring availability by the launch date.
• Ensure successful store openings by building new store orders to support their individual needs
• Support all inventory movement projects related to stores, special events, and 3PL

Experience we’re looking for:

• Corporate retail replenishment/allocation experience, a background with sized merchandise, and experience supporting a high growth business
• 2+ years relevant work experience and a BA/BS degree
• Strong technical aptitude, including advanced competency in Microsoft Excel and ability to quickly master new applications and systems
• Demonstrated creative thinking and problem solving abilities
• Quantitative approach to problem solving and strong analytical skills
• Highly organized and detail oriented with excellent multitasking and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

What you bring to the table:

• You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, high growth business environment
• You demonstrate an ability to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad, diverse group of cross-functional business partners
• You strive to make everyone on your team successful
• You are an original thinker who can anticipate bottlenecks and provide solutions
• You communicate and collaborate with teammates to inspire cooperation and innovation
• You are capable of managing large amounts of data in finite detail with an ability to summarize key takeaways
• You are positive, enthusiastic, and have a results-driven work ethic

Full Time Benefits & Perks: 

• We offer insurance plans that pay 79-90% of your health premium coverage and 100% of your dental & vision insurance coverage for your family/dependents
• 401(k) match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible PTO policy
• Corporate wellness program
• Competitive salary: The base salary for this position is between $60,000-65,000/annually. Exact compensation may vary depending on experience and other qualifications
• Eligibility to participate in Corporate Bonus Program
• Generous employee discounts!

About Us:

Based in Austin, TX, Tecovas brings the spirit of the West to the modern consumer. Handcrafting the best Western footwear, workwear, apparel, and accessories, Tecovas has grown rapidly since its founding as the first digitally native Western brand in 2015, serving customers through www.Tecovas.com, Tecovas Stores from coast to coast, and select wholesale partners. We’re certainly growing- and hiring passionate, humble, positive, and talented people determined to help us continue to grow!

 Important note: We strive to hire values-aligned people because we believe it takes each and all of us to be successful, and lead with grit, speed and a clear vision of where we’re headed. In a remote setting, interviewing at Tecovas may include phone interviews, virtual “on-site” interviews, and on-the-job mock cases. We are committed to run a thorough process for candidates with whom we identify a potential match, and we will do our best to follow-up with each and every applicant! If you’re on the fence, just give it a try! 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply! Please note: Offers of employment may be conditional pending the completion of standard onboarding procedures.