Inventory Accounting Lead - Retail, 12-Month FTC

Ralph Lauren Corporation; Watford; Sur place; GBP 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ralph Lauren Corporation seeks an Inventory Manager on a 12-month FTC to oversee inventory accounting and reporting across the business. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with financial and operational objectives in a fast-paced retail environment.

The role requires expertise in standard costing, PPV, forecasting, and audit readiness, with the ability to work independently and solve complex issues while coordinating with FP&A, Supply Chain and Reporting teams.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in inventory management within a retail environment.
• In-depth knowledge of standard costing, PPV, and inventory valuation methodologies.
• Proven experience in forecasting and inventory planning processes.
• Strong understanding of month-end close and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with audit frameworks, including SOX, Internal Audit, and external auditors.

Responsabilités

• Manage end-to-end inventory processes across DTC and wholesale channels.
• Ensure accurate recording, valuation, and reconciliation of inventory balances.
• Maintain strong controls over inventory movements, adjustments, and reserves, including NRV and obsolescence.
• Partner with FP&A, Supply Chain, and the Reporting Team to ensure alignment on inventory strategy.

Connaissances

Inventory management

Forecasting

Financial reporting

SOX

Stakeholder management

Formation

ACCA/CIMA/CPA or equivalent

Outils

SAP S/4HANA

Excel (Advanced)

Description du poste

Ralph Lauren Corporation seeks an Inventory Manager on a 12-month FTC to oversee inventory accounting and reporting across the business. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with financial and operational objectives in a fast-paced retail environment.

The role requires expertise in standard costing, PPV, forecasting, and audit readiness, with the ability to work independently and solve complex issues while coordinating with FP&A, Supply Chain and Reporting teams.