Store Analyst

Aéropostale

Store Analyst allocating inventory and optimizing sales for Aéropostale fashion retail. Managing replenishment, transfers, forecasts, and seasonal product strategies across stores.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeLyndhurst • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $57,200 - $104,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Inventory Management and Strategic Product Allocation, with a strong ability to analyze product performance and optimize inventory flow. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and communicating strategies effectively to enhance sales and operational efficiency.

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Inventory ManagementStrategic Product AllocationData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementProduct AllocationData AnalysisBasic Math SkillsSales ForecastingMarkdown StrategiesReplenishment StrategiesSeasonal Size ProfilesProduct Performance ReviewOpen To Ship Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAdaptabilityCollaborationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WindowsMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Financial PlansStore Opportunity ReviewInventory FlowDistribution CentersSales OptimizationProduct TransfersCross-Functional TeamsBusiness Case DevelopmentProduct PerformanceStore Line Sales

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support execution of the company’s financial plans through store opportunity review and strategic product allocation
Execute initial setup, replenishment, and product transfers to maximize sales and optimize inventory
Manage individual store inventory, including weeks in stock, weeks of supply, open to ship, ownership balance, deliveries, and flow
Manage continuous inventory flow through distribution centers with DC partners
Review product performance at style and store level
Pull reports and data for departmental use
Attend regular meetings with cross-functional teams
Develop strategies for underperforming and high-performing products
Communicate replenishment strategies, new flows, and preparation for future events to stores
Manage allocations supporting sales forecasts, receipt flows, markdown strategies, and future orders
Collaborate with the Senior Store Analyst on weekly strategies and allocation execution
Create and analyze seasonal size profiles and size scales to determine future-season orders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience required (4+ years)
1–2 years of experience in a related role such as Inventory Management, Allocation Analyst, Stock, or Inventory Analyst
Store line sales or stock experience is a plus
Strategic analysis skills
Ability to meet and increase productivity standards and promote quality improvements
Basic math skills
Intermediate Microsoft Windows applications, specifically Excel
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to present and recommend strategies, build a business case, and develop a point of view
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Travel may be required based on business needs
Regular and timely attendance
Ability to remain stationary for up to 8 hours per day
Ability to operate a computer and office equipment and view a monitor for up to 8 hours per day
Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in person, by telephone, in writing, or virtually
Ability to reach at or below shoulder level
Ability to carry equipment and move boxes or samples
Must have authorization to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Term life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
401(k) with Company match
Associate discount on Catalyst Brands merchandise
Additional compensation for eligible store hourly associates working on designated holidays