Allocation and Space Planning Manager - GM

Responsibilities

• Owning the company’s allocation and replenishment process to maximize store inventory productivity and ensure high product availability (including KVI and promo items).
• Overseeing stock-build for new stores, inter-DC transfers, and maintaining optimal in-store inventory levels aligned with demand forecasts.
• Providing accurate, up-to-date allocation plans in line with merchandise financial plans and reporting performance against targets.
• Driving store productivity through effective space management
• Ensuring store space allocation reflects strategy and store potential (sales floor & backroom), maintaining store capacity data, and conducting regular store visits across markets.
• Engaging cross-functionally, participating in key projects and initiating improvements to enhance allocation and space-related processes.
• Leading and mentoring the team by fostering continuous improvement, providing regular feedback and promoting a collaborative, change-ready culture.

Our Requierements:

• Master’s degree (preferably in Economics, Product/Production Management, Mathematics, Trade, or IT).
• Minimum 8 years of experience in retail, including at least 4 years in a managerial role.
• Proven ability to lead highly technical teams and manage senior stakeholders (including peers and executive level).
• Strong understanding of Planning & Allocation processes and systems.
• Solid leadership and project management capabilities, with strong business acumen.
• Confident decision-maker with a goal-oriented mindset and openness to change.
• Highly analytical, creative, and able to assess problems and propose effective solutions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with strong client orientation.
• Experience collaborating across multiple departments and driving cross-functional initiatives.

• Knowledge of planning tools (MFP, Assortment Planning, Allocation, Replenishment, Markdown).
• Experience with ERP systems, BI tools, and advanced MS Excel.
• Fluency in English (preferably C1).

What we offer:

• Work in an international company featured on the Forbes list of the best employers in Poland and beloved by millions of consumers in Poland and Europe.
• A competitive salary and real opportunities for promotion - the development of our employees is the cornerstone of our strategy!
• Life insurance on preferential terms, to feel secure.
• An extensive benefits platform offering a wide range of options – including medical care, sports cards, events, trips, shopping vouchers, and more.
• Discounts on purchases at Pepco stores – get your favorite products at even better prices!
• A wide range of training sessions, courses, and webinars designed to help our employees grow and thrive!
• The opportunity to improve language skills by working in an international environment.

• Free psychological, legal, and financial consultations as part of our employee support program – our employees' well-being is our top priority!
• Smart Lunch – meal subsidies for the company canteen, giving access to daily on-site dishes at discounted prices.
• Financial recognition in the form of jubilee awards, additional days off, and loyalty-based discounts for employees celebrating their work anniversaries.
• A social fund providing additional financial support to ensure security and assistance in various life situations.
• A friendly atmosphere and support from colleagues who are eager to share their expert knowledge – despite being a large organization, we’ve maintained a warm, informal atmosphere.
• A role within a unique organizational culture – Pepcoolture – where our mission, vision, and values are the foundation of our everyday work