Grafton Apparel believes everyone deserves to look great! We fit your body, we fit your budget, we fit your style and we fit you with the confidence you get when you look and feel outstanding!

We do this by: Working Hard Making it easy Keeping it real Having fun

Grafton Apparel Ltd. is a Canadian company that has been in business for over 100 years and operates through its retail chains, Tip Top Tailors, George Richards & Mr. Big & Tall. Taking its strength from over a century of heritage, today Grafton Apparel remains committed to the retail clothing industry by responding to the ever-changing demands of the market.

Not only do we understand the needs of our customers, but we also understand the needs of our people too! We are truly committed to both our employees and our customers – a company that you will be proud to work for. Come join the team at Grafton Apparel where we are always looking for motivated, collaborative, and product-driven individuals who are passionate about fashion and looking to grow and develop within our company.

What we can offer you:

- ·A hybrid work model that allows you to work a combination of days in the office and remotely
- A fun environment! We like having a casual vibe while we take care of business
- Opportunity to give back. We support amazing charities by doing what we can to fundraise through events or just by helping

As Inventory Analyst / Allocator, you will be responsible for the allocation of product for each class for distribution to stores, managing orders that are uploaded into the system and developing size scales based on history and trend per class. What you will do in this role:





- Plan all allocations for your classes
- Size according to the stores profile, trend, and size analysis
- Ensure regional trends are considered with respect to sizing and sales trends
- Accuracy is number one when uploading allocation orders into the system
- Flow of the product should be reflected on the on-order at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the month

Manage the On-Order and the weekly receipts:

- Accuracy is very important when uploading orders into the system
- All orders must be available for ticket information and sent to the vendor in a timely manner
- Take charge and follow up on all your purchase order changes – pricing, delivery dates, sizes, descriptions, and quantities
- Stay on top of the weekly adjustment to the on-order ensuring accuracy on the variance report

Communication:

- Communicating with your Stores answering questions and concerns within 24hours
- Communicate all changes to BIR models to the stores as required

Create and Manage the Purchase Journal:

- Pull weekly class data by price point by store for each of your classes
- Size and price point trends identified, and action taken

As an ideal candidate, your skills include:

- Expert Microsoft applications – you are an Excel guru!




- Super time management skills – you never miss a deadline
- Good oral and written communication skills…pay attention to detail and numbers!
- Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating a positive, respectful, and service-oriented approach

And your qualifications include:

- University/college Degree/Diploma
- Background or demonstrated interest in supply chain and or retail
- 1+ years of experience in a similar role is an asset
- Advanced knowledge in excel

During the interview process, we may use an AI-powered notetaking tool to assist with capturing and organizing interview discussions. This helps us focus on the conversation while ensuring accurate and consistent notes. The recording and notes will be used solely for recruitment purposes and handled in accordance with our privacy practices This role is an active opening to fill a current vacancy on our team

Grafton Apparel is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. We will work with you on an individual basis to meet any reasonable accommodation needs. Please let us know if you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process.

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Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Flexible language requirement:
- French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vaughan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vaughan, ON

📌 Allocator - Coop/Internship Opportunity (Vaughan)
🏢 Grafton Apparel
📍 Vaughan