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How much do retail allocation director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for retail allocation director in the United States is $104,058.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $131,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a retail allocation director do?

A Retail Allocation Director is responsible for overseeing the distribution of merchandise to retail stores to maximize sales and minimize inventory costs. They analyze sales trends, inventory levels, and store performance to determine the right product quantities for each location. This role requires close collaboration with buying, planning, and supply chain teams to ensure the right products are in the right places at the right times. Their work helps optimize stock levels, reduce overstock and stockouts, and improve overall profitability for the business.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a retail allocation director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Retail Allocation Director, you need a strong background in inventory management, data analysis, and retail operations, often supported by a degree in business or supply chain management. Expertise in allocation software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills is commonly required, along with familiarity with industry-specific analytics tools. Outstanding communication, leadership, and strategic decision-making abilities are crucial soft skills for collaborating across departments and leading teams. These skills ensure optimal stock distribution, maximize sales opportunities, and drive profitability in a dynamic retail environment.

How does a retail allocation director typically collaborate with merchandising and store operations teams to optimize inventory levels?

A Retail Allocation Director works closely with merchandising teams to align inventory distribution with current sales trends, promotional plans, and seasonal assortments. They also coordinate with store operations to ensure that inventory allocations match store capacity and customer demand, while minimizing stockouts and excess inventory. Regular cross-functional meetings and data sharing are common, helping to quickly address challenges such as unexpected demand shifts or supply chain disruptions. This collaborative approach ensures that the right products reach the right locations at the right time, supporting overall sales and customer satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Retail Allocation Director job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,058 per year, or $50 per hour.

Planning and Allocation Lead, Perishables

Marlborough, MA • On-site

BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.
Retail • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

BJ's Wholesale Club rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 772 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

346th of 430 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

A World-Class Team
BJ's Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work helps families save on what matters most.
We're a team built on purpose and opportunity. Join us and be part of something meaningful.
Why You'll Love Working at BJ's
At BJ's Wholesale Club, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and future - both on and off the job. When you grow, we grow.
Here's just some of what you can look forward to:
  • Weekly Pay: Get paid every week so that you can manage your money on your terms.
  • Free BJ's Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary The Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household.*
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.*
  • Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options to fit your lifestyle.*
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Build your financial future with a company match (available to team members 18 and older).*
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Accumulate funds through after-tax payroll deductions that can be used to purchase shares of BJ's common stock at a 15% discount.*

*Eligibility requirements vary by position.
Job Summary:
The Planning & Allocation Lead supports the Planning & Allocation Manager that is aligned with a Merchandising DMM and/or Category Director. The Lead will be responsible for select categories and/or specific P&A activities to support the business. The Planning & Allocation Lead will assist in leading the team of Merchandise Planners and Allocation Analysts who work to ensure the overall Member experience by overseeing that the right amount of product flows to the right Clubs at the right time to maximize sales and minimize inventory investment.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Develop annual bottom-up merchandise plans that deliver company sales, margin, and inventory goals.
  • Lead all financial forecasting within categories using data-driven analytics, trend insights, and business intelligence to project future results. Partners with cross-functional team on inputs to forecast and shares output with team to drive alignment. Understands implications of trend to each metric and is able to guide teammates on actions to improve results.
  • Lead and manage end-to-end omni channel inventory management.
  • Pre-season: collaborate with merchants in developing tailored product assortment inventory needs that support sales trends and customer preference in each store including assortment frameworks, sku productivity, flow plans, ideal depth.
  • In Season: support milestone meetings by providing assessments to sales that result in actions to support the business: weekly team meetings, OTB, financial forecasts.
  • End of Life: ensure exit strategies are assigned and executed.
  • Lead and manage end-to-end allocation process.
  • Optimize inventory flow timing across all channels.
  • Develop allocation processes across the product life cycle that ladder up to retail merchandise sales and inventory plans.
  • Understand store profiles/tiers and build assortment allocation strategies with merchandising.
  • Adjust allocation strategies in-season where needed and provide appropriate and timely direction to react to member and business needs.
  • Clearly and concisely communicate business performance to business leads and cross functional partners.
  • Coach and train a team of Merchandise Planners and Allocation Analysts.
  • Foster a strong customer service environment to improve efficiencies for the DC network and Clubs.
  • Develop new and enhanced business processes to drive the efficiency of your team.
  • Collaborate with vendor partners to create an efficient supply chain. Monitor vendor performance to improve reliability.

Job Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • At least 5+ years relevant experience, managerial experience preferred
  • Exhibits leadership competencies that exemplify BJs core values.
  • Exceptionally articulate in oral and written communications built on strong analytical skills
  • Detail oriented, with excellent follow-through and problem-solving skills
  • Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
  • Results driven and able to work in a fast-paced environment

This is a hybrid role. Tuesday through Thursday are in-office days at BJ's Club Support Center in Marlborough, MA and Monday and Friday are remote days.
In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ's Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $103,000.00 - $131,500.00
We recognize the growing role of AI tools, including ChatGPT, and value familiarity with them. That said, we want to hear from your authentic self. Your application should reflect your own skills, experiences, and insights rather than AI-generated responses.

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