Temporary Allocation Specialist (Full-Time, 3 Month Position) at Away

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, E-commerce, TravelIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have past experience in an allocation and inventory management position and be highly analytical and data-driven. Proficiency in Excel, including data manipulation and analysis, is required. Experience with Looker and/or Microsoft D365 is strongly beneficial. The role requires intellectual curiosity, analytical thinking, creativity, innovation, agility, and motivation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

The Temporary Allocation Specialist will provide operational support by creating store replenishment orders, updating and enhancing inventory reports, and offering insights into demand patterns and inventory supply trends. Responsibilities include supporting the execution of store replenishment orders, monitoring stock levels, store performance, and product flow to identify risks and opportunities, recommending allocation strategy adjustments through sales and inventory analysis, assisting in resolving stock discrepancies, delivery timing issues, and capacity challenges, and conducting ad hoc analysis and reporting for the MP&A team.

Skills

Excel

Data Manipulation

Data Analysis

Inventory Management

Allocation

Looker

Microsoft D365

Reporting

Demand Planning

Merchandising

Away

Designs and sells high-quality luggage

About Away

Away designs and sells high-quality luggage and travel accessories aimed at modern travelers who appreciate both functionality and style. Their products include suitcases, bags, and various travel accessories that are practical yet aesthetically pleasing. Away operates on a direct-to-consumer model, selling products through their website and physical stores in major cities, which allows them to control the customer experience and offer competitive prices. They provide a 100-day trial period, free shipping, and returns to enhance customer satisfaction. Away has expanded its reach to several countries and also targets corporate clients through a gifting program. The company's goal is to transform the travel goods market by combining style and functionality while maintaining a strong focus on customer service.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$210.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with a company match

Flexible spending, health savings & commuter benefits

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Short & Long-term disability

Product stipends and recognition awards

Risks

Departure of key executive Mark Chou may impact leadership stability.

Competitors launching TSA-compliant products could erode Away's niche market advantage.

Significant discounts may impact perceived brand value and pricing strategy.

Differentiation

Away offers a 100-day trial period, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Direct-to-consumer model allows Away to maintain control over customer experience.

Away's products combine functionality and style, transforming luggage into a statement piece.

Upsides

Away recognized as one of Fast Company's 'World's Most Innovative Companies'.

Growth in corporate gifting market expands Away's market reach.

Increased demand for compact and lightweight luggage benefits Away's product offerings.

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