Helly Hansen is looking for an Allocation Analyst

Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen continues to develop professional grade apparel that helps people stay and feel alive. Through insights drawn from living and working in the world’s harshest environments, the company has developed a long list of first-to-market innovations, including the first supple waterproof fabrics nearly 150 years ago. Other breakthroughs include the first fleece fabrics in the 1960s, the first technical base layers in the 1970s, made with LIFA® Stay Dry technology, the patented H2Flow™ temperature regulating system, and the revolutionary lighter, warmer LIFALOFT™ insulation. Building on Helly Hansen’s proprietary HELLY TECH® waterproof/breathable system, the technical outdoor brand has most recently introduced the award-winning LIFA INFINITY PRO™ - the company’s most innovative waterproof/breathable technology to date. Helly Hansen is a leader in technical sailing and performance ski apparel, as well as premium workwear. Its uniforms are worn and trusted by more than 55,000 professionals and can be found on Olympians, National Teams, and at more than 200 ski resorts and mountain guiding operations globally. Helly Hansen’s outerwear, base layers, sportswear and footwear are sold in more than 40 countries around the world. To learn more about Helly Hansen’s latest collections, visit www.hellyhansen.com.ALLOCATION ANALYSTThe planning team at Helly Hansen is responsible for connecting customer demand with supply decisions, enabling the business to deliver with greater agility while creating clearer alignment across Commercial, Product, Finance and Supply Chain within Helly Hansen. We are an integrated planning function with end-to-end ownership of forecasting, supply, and inventory processes for the whole company, serving as the central hub for alignment and decision-making.The Allocation Planning team oversees strategic inventory deployment across channels, leads in-season allocation decisions, monitors performance KPIs, and resolves allocation exceptions. As an Allocation Analyst, you will play a key role in minimizing inventory levels and optimizing cash flow across the company. You will play a crucial part in deploying available inventory across channels, regions, and stores to balance sell-through, service level, and working capital efficiency. You will ensure that product allocation decisions are data-driven, timely, and aligned with business priorities — helping to maximize product availability and profitability across Helly Hansen’s global markets.We offerA culture that rewards excellence in an exciting phase of growth and new opportunitiesAn ambitious, dynamic, creative, and international work environmentCompetitive compensation and benefits, and an active environment with a passion for sportsDiscounts on great gearWork EnvironmentAbility to thrive in a lean, dynamic, and non-hierarchical organizationStrong collaboration with cross-functional teams across Planning, Merchandising, Logistics, and SalesOccasional travel may be required, including possible international tripsKey ResponsibilitiesAnalytical support on allocation decisions based on sales trends, sell-through rates, demand shifts, and inventory availability to ensure optimal and data-driven inventory levelsMonitor in-season allocation performance by tracking fill rates, stock coverage, and sell-through across channels; recommend corrective actions where neededLead ad-hoc projects that supports and improves the overall inventory levels of the businessAnalyze and report allocation effectiveness through KPIs such as allocation accuracy, stock turn, coverage ratio, sell-through %, and unsatisfied demandSupport process improvements and system enhancements to automate rules, streamline workflows, and enhance reporting dashboardsCollaborate with Supply Planning, Demand Planning, and Merchandising teams to ensure alignment on allocation priorities and product availabilityOrganizational StructureReports to: Senior Manager Allocation PlanningThis position is a full-time employment located in Oslo, NorwayWhat We Are Looking For Education: Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Supply Chain Management, Finance, Operations, Engineering, Data Analytics, or similar)Experience: 2–5 years of experience in supply chain, operations, finance, consulting, or analytics — ideally within retail or consumer productsSkills:Advanced proficiency in ExcelExperience with data warehouses, SQL, and / or BI toolsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a willingness to dive deep to find answers to complex problemsExcellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple prioritiesStrong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teamsFamiliarity with ERP systems is an advantage, but not a requirementA self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and passion for driving data-driven decisionsAny questions can be directed to khorsle@hellyhansen.comApplication is ONLY accepted in the portal (due to personal data protection rules) and not later than 28th November 2025.