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Knix

Direct-to-consumer leakproof intimate apparel

Allocator

Inventory ManagementUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeToronto, ON, CanadaCA$66k /yrHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in retail allocation, merchandising, planning, or inventory management.
  • Strong understanding of retail math and key metrics, including sell-through, in-stock, weeks of supply, inventory turn, and gross margin.
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with allocation or inventory systems is an asset.
  • Ability to interpret data and translate it into action.
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-growth, and evolving environment.

Responsibilities

  • Own initial and ongoing store allocations, ensuring optimal inventory distribution across all channels.
  • Execute allocation strategies that support seasonal launches, new product introductions, and in-season performance.
  • Balance inventory across stores, distribution centers in Canada and the United States, and e-commerce, Amazon, and wholesale channels.
  • Monitor sales performance, sell-through, and inventory levels to make timely store reallocation and transfer recommendations.
  • Partner with Merchandising, Planning, and Replenishment to align allocations with assortment and demand forecasts.
  • Identify and act on opportunities to improve in-stock performance, reduce excess inventory, and optimize size and SKU distribution.
  • Maintain allocation systems, tools, and reporting to ensure accuracy, speed, and consistency.
  • Provide clear reporting and insights on inventory movement, store performance, and allocation effectiveness.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with allocation or inventory systems.

About the Company

Knix

Direct-to-consumer leakproof intimate apparel

Knix creates functional intimate apparel and sells it directly to consumers, prioritizing comfort and practicality. Its flagship leakproof underwear uses a multi-layer, moisture-wicking, absorbent gusset to address menstruation and incontinence. The product lineup includes wireless bras, shapewear, activewear, swimwear, loungewear, and Kt by Knix for teens, sold via DTC, physical stores, and Amazon. In 2022, Essity bought 80% of Knix for about $400 million, and the goal is to provide reliable, reusable leakage solutions while growing the brand across North America.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$46.2M
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
Founded
2012

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