Stock Controller

JP04 Richemont Japan LLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Richemont is seeking a Stock Controller to join the Finance Retail Back Office. The role focuses 60% on core Stock Control and 40% on broader Retail Operation Controls & Digital Transformation initiatives.

You will support stock counts, reconciliation, reporting and process improvements in a fast-paced luxury retail environment. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years in stock control or related field, strong Excel skills, and experience with SAP.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in stock control or a similar field.
• Experience in retail operations is advantageous; accounting background is helpful but not required.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with inventory systems (SAP).

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular stock counts and investigate discrepancies promptly.
• Assist boutique teams with stock queries and procedures.
• Monitor stock movements between boutiques, warehouses and other locations.
• Identify and escalate stock discrepancies, losses or unusual movements.
• Prepare stock reports for management and assist with month-end tasks and reconciliations.
• Liaise with auditors and prepare documentation and evidence.

Skills

Stock control

Excel

SAP

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent working

Team collaboration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

YOUR MISSION:

As a Stock Controller within our Finance Retail Back Office team, you will be key to driving operational excellence and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced retail setting. We are seeking a meticulous and organized professional passionate about stock control, operational efficiency, and process improvement.

In this dynamic role, your focus will be split between core Stock Control (60%) and broader Retail Operation Controls & Digital Transformation Initiatives (40%).

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

• Assist with and attend regular physical stock counts and ensure discrepancies are identified and investigated promptly.
• Assist boutique teams with stock-related queries and provide accurate information on relevant controls and procedures.
• Monitor stock movements between boutiques, logistic warehouse and other locations to ensure stock control procedures are consistently followed by Boutique.
• Identify and upscale stock discrepancies, losses or unusual movements to the relevant management.
• Prepare stock reports and provide information to management as required.
• Ensure timely completion of financial month-end tasks, such as reconciliation, provision calculation and stock error reporting.
• Liaise with auditorsby preparing documentation, reports and supporting evidence.

• Support Manager with bi-annual consignment confirmations.
• Contribute to the new boutique openings and renovations by providing the necessary Back Office support.
• Support with the implementation, testing and adoptions of new systems, tools, User Acceptance testing (UAT), dashboard and digital projects.
• Help develop project documentation, process maps, training material and user guides.
• Participate in other projects or tasks, as directed.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar field.
• Previous experience in retail operations is an advantage; accounting background, is preferable but not mandatory.
• Good Excel skills and confidence working with inventory and SAP systems.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and performing reconciliations.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with the boutique management.
• Curious, detail oriented, good in prioritization.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

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