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Janet Amaya

La Habra,CA

Summary

Dynamic Allocation Manager with proven expertise at BoxLunch, adept at optimizing inventory distribution and enhancing sales opportunities. Skilled in team leadership and critical thinking, successfully developed allocation strategies that improved overall performance. Strong collaborator, fostering relationships across departments to drive efficiency and support business objectives. Proficient in JDA Allocation software.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Allocation Manager

BoxLunch
05.2020 - 09.2025
  • Manage and mentor four team member, overseeing five highest revenue departments in company, resulting in efficient allocation processes and improved overall performance.
  • Played key role in onboarding and training new Allocation Analysts, ensuring smooth transition and effective knowledge transfer.
  • Drive allocation process in collaboration with cross-functional partners, from pre-assortment to final allocation, and react to store needs, optimizing inventory distribution and maximizing sales opportunities.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with buying, planning, and merchandising teams, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
  • Possess expertise in allocation systems and tools, utilizing them to streamline processes and improve accuracy in inventory management.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams in Allocation strategy meetings, and team touch bases, ensuring comprehensive understanding of business shifts.
  • Learned and utilized inventory management systems to track stock levels.
  • Supported team with data entry and analysis for allocation reports.
  • Responsible for new store set up. Worked with Real State, Construction, Store Operations, Warehouse.

Senior Allocation Analyst

BoxLunch
02.2017 - 05.2020
  • Analyzed inventory levels to optimize stock allocation and reduce excess inventory.
  • Developed allocation strategies to support promotional events and new product launches.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and align supply chain operations.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to enhance inventory management efficiency.
  • Acted as point person for Allocation team in absence of Manager, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication.
  • Played key role in onboarding new Allocation Analysts, providing training and guidance to facilitate their integration into team.
  • Conducted comprehensive analyses of business trends, including category performance, regional performance, and size selling, to identify opportunities for improvement and inform allocation strategies.
  • Developed and implemented allocation strategies to optimize inventory flow during peak periods and support stores with unique events, improving sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Utilized JDA Allocation software to develop and execute initial allocations and replenishment strategies, ensuring accurate and efficient inventory management.
  • Responsible for new store set up. Worked with Real State, Construction, Store Operations, Warehouse.

Allocation Analyst

Hot Topic
08.2010 - 02.2017

• Developed and executed initial allocation and replenishment strategies using JDA Allocation, resulting in optimized inventory management and improved product availability.

• Conducted weekly analysis of business performance, presenting key findings to planning and buying partners during meetings, facilitating data-driven decision-making.

• Utilized historical sizing and selling analysis to create accurate distribution plans based on quantities purchased, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align allocation strategies with business objectives, contributing to increased sales and profitability.

Allocation Analyst

Torrid
10.2008 - 08.2010

• Responsible for developing and executing initial allocations and replenishment strategies using JDA Allocation.

• Analyze business performance weekly and present findings to planning and buying partners during weekly meetings.

• Perform historical sizing/selling analysis to create accurate distribution based on quantities purchased.

Senior Allocation Analyst

Tillys
07.1998 - 10.2008
  • Analyzed inventory levels to optimize product allocation and reduce excess stock.
  • Developed and implemented allocation strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align inventory distribution with sales forecasts.
  • Monitored performance metrics to identify trends and drive actionable insights for improvement.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Riverside, CA
05.1997

Skills

Team Leadership & Adaptability

Team Building

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Organization Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Timeline

Allocation Manager

BoxLunch
05.2020 - 09.2025

Senior Allocation Analyst

BoxLunch
02.2017 - 05.2020

Allocation Analyst

Hot Topic
08.2010 - 02.2017

Allocation Analyst

Torrid
10.2008 - 08.2010

Senior Allocation Analyst

Tillys
07.1998 - 10.2008

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Janet Amaya