Allocation Analyst Development Program

Burlington Helping Burlington

Allocation Analyst program managing in-store inventory and driving sales at Burlington. Collaborating with various teams to optimize allocation strategies and improve store performance.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeKingsbury • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in retail merchandising and allocation strategies, utilizing advanced data analysis and Microsoft Excel skills to optimize merchandise distribution. Strong collaboration and communication abilities are essential for effective teamwork and problem resolution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail MerchandisingData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data ManagementMerchandise AllocationStrategic RecommendationsSpreadsheet ManipulationData Interpretation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCritical ThinkingInitiativeAdaptabilityTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Industry Keywords

RetailBusiness StrategyOff-Price Business ModelAllocation IssuesDC Reserve Items

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure that the right merchandise is being sent to the right stores at the right times and in the right quantities to maximize sales.
Manage and manipulate data and spreadsheets to analyze and accurately predict how merchandise should be allocated and distributed throughout the company.
Work alongside Buying and Planning team members to understand the off-price business model and execute the business strategy effectively.
Proactively troubleshoot and resolve allocation issues with appropriate individuals so that timely allocation of merchandise can be achieved.
Escalate urgent errors or requests for clarification to the appropriate business partner.
Reflect on and evaluate data to determine where improvements and changes can be made to the existing strategy.
Ensure DC Reserve items are released in accordance with the scheduled weekly release plan.
Collaborate for success; teamwork within our department is key to success and you will work with several functional areas within the department for input, ideas, and to execute your assignments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Merchandising and/or Business).
Affinity for retail merchandising, planning, or allocations.
Ability to manage, analyze, and interpret data to make strategic allocation recommendations.
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Data-driven problem-solver who can build and maintain productive partnerships by living our core values.
Ability to think critically with high attention to detail and listening, oral, and written communication skills.
A self-starter who takes initiative with a sense of curiosity, adaptability, and courage to always be a student of the business.

Benefits

Comp & perks

An annual salary of $65,000 with the eligibility for an annual performance-based merit increase.
A benefits package with a generous PTO plan, a range of affordable health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), and a company-matched 401(k).
Paid holidays and Early Release Fridays all year round.
An associate discount for in-store purchases.
Professional development opportunities for long-term career growth.