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Basilio Casado

Flushing,NY

Summary

Senior Allocation Analyst offering two years of success in managing availability of in-season products by aligning inventory to merchandising strategies. Consistent in growing margins and meeting seasonal market demand. Talented in conducting in-season and post-season analysis to identify opportunities for sales growth. Proven leader in allocating goods to stores to meet and exceed sales goals, managing office work and resolving problems for customers.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Allocator

HUGO BOSS AG
11.2022 - Current
  • Initial Allocation and in-season management of BOSS Athleisure and HUGO Mens (RED) for US and CA Stores.
  • Optimized inventory allocation by analyzing sales trends and customer demands throughout the season(s).
  • Reduced excess stock levels by implementing efficient allocation strategies.
  • Effectively managing the flow of receipts and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support the achievement of financial plans and profitability targets
  • Enhanced forecasting accuracy, utilizing historical data and current market trends.
  • Addressed stock imbalances through timely inter-store transfers, ensuring merchandise availability for customers.
  • Collaborated with the buying team to ensure optimal product assortment and accurate purchase orders.
  • Streamlined communication between planning, merchandising, and store teams to improve operational efficiency.

Assistant Manager of Operations/Inventory Control Specialist

Adidas
10.2016 - 11.2022
  • Collaborate with marketing and international business partners to manage store operations, Omni channel, IT, digital, and visual merchandising
  • Underpin successful completion of all important operational functions for the flagship store on 5th Avenue and the offsite warehouse in Secaucus, NJ
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient workflow processes and procedures.
  • Discuss business results, sales trends, product call outs, operations, asset protection, R&M needs, and general opportunities with district SMs, ASMs, and SEMs.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for employees.
  • Provide training tools to employees, allocate resources, organize processes, and maximize productivity across all departments
  • Maintained stock with maximum accuracy after the implementation of RFID into the stores.
  • Enhanced employee productivity through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.

Operations Associate

Club Monaco
10.2014 - 09.2016
  • Executed merchandise flow, flush and fill procedures, and stocking while managing defective merchandise, vendor returns, and recovery programs
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal product availability and reduced waste.
  • Implemented shrinkage techniques, and coached new potential employees.
  • Opened and closed store and ensured overall cleanliness and upkeep of work areas.
  • Trained and mentored new team members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Implemented quality control measures, reducing errors and enhancing overall product quality.

Education

No Degree -

John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Inventory Control
  • AdHoc Performance Reviews
  • Demand Forecasting
  • Analyzing stock and sales position
  • Customer Service
  • SAP/Microsoft Excel skills
  • Adaptability

Career Experience

  • HUGO BOSS AG, 55 Water Street, New York, Senior Allocator, 11/2022, Present, Effectively managing the flow of receipts and maintaining optimal inventory levels, Collaborating with Buyers and other departments to ensure timely delivery and seamless execution of merchandise operations, Allocating merchandise at the style/color/size level, Accomplishing annual sales plan and contract goals, Attending investment review meetings and forecast meetings with executives, Conducting weekly seasonal style selling reports and analyzing them to identify business trends, Providing support to the Buyer in developing assortments tailored to meet customer needs
  • Adidas, 5th Avenue Flagship, New York, Assistant Manager of Operations/Inventory Control Specialist, 10/2016, 11/2022, Collaborating with marketing and international business partners to manage store operations, Underpinning successful completion of all important operational functions, Discussing business results, sales trends, product call outs, operations, asset protection, R&M needs, and general opportunities with district SMs, ASMs, and SEMs, Providing training tools to employees, allocating resources, organizing processes, and maximizing productivity, Maintaining stock with maximum accuracy, Achieving incremental sales annually by driving Omni-Channel implementations, Minimizing loss by implementing and monitoring all loss prevention activities, Accomplishing annual sales plan and contract goals, Attending investment review meetings and forecast meetings with executives, Delivering quality training within the stores to ensure implementation of all SFS best practices
  • Club Monaco, 5th Avenue Flagship, New York, Operations Associate, 10/2014, 09/2016, Developing and implementing merchandising and marketing techniques, Executing merchandise flow, flush and fill procedures, and stocking, Managing defective merchandise, vendor returns, and recovery programs, Implementing shrinkage techniques, Coaching new potential employees and evaluating employee job performances, Assisting staff with streamlining succession planning and performance management, Opening and closing store and ensuring overall cleanliness and upkeep of work areas, Boosting monthly sales through designing swing/promotional areas and seasonal themes, Optimizing store operations by coordinating with sales, visual, and operation teams, Ensuring flagship store adheres to company visual standards and operational expectations, Leading successful execution of replenishment SOP and training staff regarding all systems process

Timeline

Senior Allocator

HUGO BOSS AG
11.2022 - Current

Assistant Manager of Operations/Inventory Control Specialist

Adidas
10.2016 - 11.2022

Operations Associate

Club Monaco
10.2014 - 09.2016

No Degree -

John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
Basilio Casado