Overview
Allocation Analyst

About Catalyst Brands:

Catalyst Brands is a leading U.S.-based retail organization formed in 2025 through the merger of JCPenney and SPARC Group, combining multiple iconic fashion brands under one umbrella. The company manages a diversified portfolio of well-known brands including Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Nautica, Lucky Brand, and JCPenney. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Catalyst Brands focuses on delivering modern retail experiences while leveraging the heritage of established global brands. With a workforce of over tens of thousands and multi-billion-dollar revenue, the organization operates at a large scale across retail, e-commerce, and supply chain domains. The company emphasizes innovation, digital transformation, and customer-centric strategies to enhance brand value and consumer engagement. Catalyst Brands is expanding its global presence, including a growing capability centre in India that supports technology, digital operations, and analytics. It aims to drive operational excellence and business growth by integrating technology,



data-driven insights, and effective retail practices.

The Analyst will be part of Planning & Allocation Team where you will leverage your skills and business acumen to achieve the organization and team goals.

Primary Allocation Responsibilities:
- Execute comprehensive allocation strategies to support merchandise assortment plans, ensuring consistent

alignment with business objectives and buyer direction.
- Manage the end-to-end inventory allocation process utilizing JDA (or other relevant inventory management

systems), ensuring timely and accurate product flow across all retail locations.
- Continuously monitor and analyze store performance, sales trends, and regional/seasonal demand to make

data-driven allocation adjustments that enhance product availability and minimize stockouts or overstocks.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Buying Units (Buyers, Assistant Buye

📌 Allocation Analyst (Bengaluru)
🏢 JCPenney
📍 Bengaluru