Stock Controller & Operations Coordinator

Four Seasons Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Seasons Recruitment in London is seeking a Stock Controller / Operations Coordinator for a leading multi-brand fashion retailer in Soho. This hands-on role focuses on accurate inventory, stock movements, and efficient store operations in a premium retail environment.

You will conduct monthly cycle counts across ~3,000 units, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with Senior Merchandiser, Store Manager and e-commerce teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in stock management within fashion retail.
• Ability to conduct monthly cycle counts.
• Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Proactive, dependable and commercially minded.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels across boutiques and storage.
• Plan and conduct monthly cycle counts for ~3,000 units.
• Investigate discrepancies and identify root causes.
• Coordinate stock movements and liaise with suppliers.
• Maintain inventory records using Lightspeed and Excel.

Skills

Stock management

Inventory control

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Tools

Lightspeed POS

Internal systems

Job description

Stock Controller / Operations Coordinator

Leading Multi-Brand Fashion Retailer | Soho, London | Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum
Location: Soho, London
Working Days: Monday to Friday, no weekend work
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Reporting to: Senior Merchandiser and Store Manager

About the Company

Our client is a leading multi-brand fashion retailer renowned for its progressive curation of cutting-edge contemporary and luxury designers. With a flagship boutique and office in Soho, alongside a growing global online presence, the business sits at the forefront of innovative fashion retail.

The Role

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with stock management experience within fashion retail, ideally in a premium, luxury or multi-brand environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, overseeing stock movements, conducting regular stock counts and investigating discrepancies. Working closely with the Senior Merchandiser, Store Manager and wider teams, they will play a key role in ensuring stock accuracy, operational efficiency and the timely flow of products across the business.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, dependable and commercially minded, with strong Excel skills, excellent attention to detail and the confidence to manage responsibilities independently.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Control & Inventory Management

• Manage stock levels across the boutique, stockroom and external storage locations, ensuring accurate inventory records at all times.
• Plan and conduct monthly cycle counts, accurately reconciling physical stock against system records across approximately 3,000 units.
• Investigate weekly stock discrepancies and variances, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain well-organised, clearly labelled and efficiently managed stockrooms and storage areas.
• Support loss prevention by ensuring secure, accurate and compliant stock handling.

Stock Movements & Logistics

• Accurately process deliveries, quality control checks, returns, transfers and other stock movements in line with company procedures.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments, including packing, dispatch and relevant documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers, couriers and internal teams to ensure the smooth and timely movement of stock.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing inventory, ensuring all transactions are processed correctly.

Systems, Reporting & Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records using Lightspeed, Excel and internal systems.
• Complete detailed data entry and format order confirmations accurately, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Use Excel to manage and analyse stock data, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP and formulas.
• Assist the Senior Merchandiser with inventory and sales reporting, stock analysis and replenishment.
• Work collaboratively with the sales, e-commerce, merchandising and finance teams to maintain accurate stock availability.