Merchandise Analyst - Allocation

Who We Are

At Fossil Group, we are part of an international team that dares to dream, disrupt, and deliver innovative watches, jewelry, and leather goods to the world. Were committed to long-term value creation, driven by technology and our core values: Authenticity, Grit, Curiosity, Humor, and Impact. If you are a forward-thinker who thrives in a diverse, global setting, we want to hear from you.

Make an Impact

We are seeking a Senior Merchandise Analyst – Allocation to join our Allocation & Planning team at Fossil Group in Bengaluru, Karnataka. If you are passionate about retail analytics and enjoy driving inventory optimization through data-led decisions, this could be the perfect role for you. In this dynamic and global company, you will play a key role in enabling efficient inventory flow, maximizing sell-through, and supporting seasonal assortment strategies across Retail, Wholesale, and eCommerce channels.

What you will do in this role

Inventory Allocation & Planning

• Drive and support sales and inventory strategies based on product category, style performance, and channel dynamics
• Execute efficient inventory allocation across stores and eCommerce platforms aligned with assortment and demand plans
• Manage replenishment strategies, stock transfers, returns, and inventory balancing to optimize availability and sell-through
• Maintain Open-to-Buy (OTB) and calibrate demand based on sales performance and inventory levels
  
  

• Analyze store performance using historical sales, trends, and seasonality to identify risks and opportunities
• Evaluate SKU and assortment performance to support newness allocation and category strategies
• Generate insights on sales, margin, markdowns, and inventory productivity to drive data-backed decisions
• Support monthly and quarterly reviews of sales vs plan, highlighting key callouts and improvement areas
  
  

• Partner with Merchandising, Planning, Supply Chain, eCommerce, and Commercial teams to align inventory and business strategies
• Support pre-season and in-season planning in collaboration with Demand Planning and GTM teams
• Work closely with Store Operations, Distribution Centres, and Visual Merchandising to ensure seamless execution
  
  

• Ensure accuracy in allocation execution, inventory control, and data integrity across systems
• Drive process adherence, timely replenishment, and efficient stock movement across channels
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure smooth operations
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, audit requirements, and data governance standards
  
  

• 3–5 years of experience in Merchandising, Allocation, or Inventory Planning, preferably in retail or eCommerce environments
• Strong understanding of merchandising concepts, assortment planning, and inventory allocation principles
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret data into actionable business decisions
• Good understanding of demand planning, supply chain basics, and stock optimization strategies
• Awareness of financial impact of inventory including sales, margins, and markdowns
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• High attention to detail, agility, and ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Excellent communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
  
  

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Support for work-life balance, including time-off programs
• Hybrid work opportunities, where applicable
• Learning and development support
• Employee product discounts
• An inclusive, collaborative, and values-driven workplace