Retail Allocation Intern
About
Guess Europe Sagl is the European headquarters of Guess, a progressive and sustainable global fashion brand based in Bioggio, Ticino, Switzerland. The company promotes a people-first culture focused on employee well-being, development, and growth in a competitive international market. The Retail Allocation Team is responsible for managing stock distribution strategies across stores to maximise sales opportunities. Support and assist the Retail Allocation Team in allocation activities to meet or exceed sales targets. Analyse sales and stock performance for specific product groups and stores to improve allocation. Implement distribution strategies using tools such as Arthur Allocation, Armonica, and Stealth. Support allocation strategies for assigned products with accuracy, maintaining stock levels based on actual results and variance versus historic and forecast data. Assist the Planning and Allocation team in system maintenance while respecting deadlines. Ensure the right balance of product in stores within their respective gender and category. Manage weekly and monthly store stock holdings for specified groups of stores and styles. Collaborate with the Retail Allocation Manager to ensure effective communication and controlled, timely flow of stock. Provide analysis to the Planning and Buying team regarding product and store performance to improve processes and maximise sales. Bachelor's degree in Economics or a related field. Fluent in English; knowledge of an additional language is considered a plus. Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel. Fast learner with an analytical mindset, able to adapt to changes and work under pressure. Excellent execution skills, high respect for deadlines, good level of proactivity and organisation. Team player with the ability to work independently and a customer-oriented approach. An international, fresh, and dynamic working environment. A healthy balance between work and personal life through a hybrid smart working model and flexible working hours. Access to a Training and Development platform and structured development paths. Discount on Guess products both online and in stores. The opportunity to join a globally recognised, progressive, and sustainable fashion brand committed to growth and innovation.