Inventory Control Specialist, Maison Madison

HERMES MAROQUINERIE-SELLERIE (HMS); New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission and bonuses based on sales

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Paid Parental leave

401(k) and Roth plan

Discounts on products

Wellness programs

Job summary

Hermès Madison Flagship Boutique is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to manage store inventory, process shipments, and reconcile weekly counts in a fast-paced luxury setting. You will ensure accurate ticketing, verifications, and aftersales processing while supporting management in stock optimization.

Roles require 2+ years in operations, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with internal systems and shipping software.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operations, preferably in a luxury environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze information and problem-solve.
• Ability to multi-task with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience with asset protection and inventory control.
• Proficient with internal systems and external shipping software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate and organized store inventory; participate in cycle counts and inventories.
• Process all incoming and outgoing shipments; ensure proper documentation.
• Check in returns; print and ticket merchandise and price updates.
• Process, record, maintain and follow up on aftersales service.
• Manage damages inventory and replenish needs with store management.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Policy compliance

Asset protection

Shipping software

Internal systems

Tools

Shipping software

Internal systems

Job description

The Team

The Hermès Maison Madison Flagship Boutique opened in 1983 and focuses on providing extraordinary service to clients as a part of the New York Region. This position will report to the Shipping & Receiving Director and will work collaboratively with the sales team and selling support teams to support the client experience in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

The Opportunity

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for the management of the store inventory. The primary duties include receiving packages, merchandise in to the store inventory accurately and efficiently on the day in which it arrives, ticketing merchandise and generating packing and shipping transfer and RTV of merchandise to other locations efficiently and accurately. All records associated with receiving and shopping merchandise will be neatly and accurately maintained in filing systems. The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for the processing, recording and following up on all after sales service. The Inventory Control Specialist will provide support to store management to organize, conduct and reconcile weekly cycle counts and bi-annual inventories. The Inventory Control Specialist is also responsible for the ordering and maintaining of adequate stock levels in shipping/selling supplies, as well as store and kitchen supplies.

All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

About the Role

• Maintain an accurate and organized store inventory. Organize and participate in store cycle counts, bi-annual inventories and reconciliation with support and direction from Managing Director and (Operations Director /Operations Manager.
• Process all incoming and outgoing shipments within the business day they are generated. Ensure proper documentation is completed.
• Check in all returns against previous day’s business.
• Print and ticket merchandise, returns and price updates.
• Process, record, maintain and follow up on all aftersales service.
• Process damages, maintain inventory for damages.
• Work with Store Management to analyze business and replenish needs.
• Develop inventory strategies to support the selling process and to maintain our warehouse standards on a daily basis.

Supervisory Responsibility

• NO

Budget Responsibility

• NO

Decision Making Responsibility

• NO

About You

• 2+ years of experience in operations, experience in a luxury environment preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively analyze information.
• Ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to multi-task with accuracy.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal policies and directives.
• Attention to asset protection and inventory control.
• Experienced with technology to fully utilize internal systems as well as external shipping software programs.
• Ability to lift between 0-25 lbs. without assistance.
• Regular in-person work at a Company-designated work location is an essential function of this position.

The hourly range for this position is $22.81 - $25.20 per hour. Actual rates are determined based on the job, location, and individual experience.

Hermès is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support the needs of our employees and their families, including:

• Commission and bonus incentives based on sales performance

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life Insurance and Disability

• Paid time off (annual vacation of 15 days, 11 company holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 wellbeing days, and sick & safe time)

• Paid Parental leave and transition time

• 401(k) and Roth Retirement plan with company matching and profit sharing

• Various voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts, fitness reimbursement, voluntary life insurance

• Product discount and EAP resources

• Access to Calm App, Health Advocate, Family Building Support and more!

We are looking for a candidate that has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.

Company Overview

Since 1837, Hermès has remained faithful to its artisan business model and humanist values. We place people at the heart of what we do and aspire to make a positive impact on the world. The freedom to create, the constant search for beautiful materials, the transmission of a savoir-faire of excellence and the aesthetic of functionality define the singularity of Hermès, a house dedicated to making highly-crafted, beautiful objects made to stand the test of time.

An independent, family-owned company, Hermès is dedicated to keeping production in France through its 42 workshops, The Hermès organization is also a truly global community with a network of 310 stores in 49 countries. Hermès employs more than 15,000 people worldwide with over 6,000 of the workforce being Hermès craftspeople engaged in making artisanal products, nurturing a 180+ year tradition of creativity and innovation.

At Hermès, our actions for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility are founded in values passed down by generations of humble artisans who have shaped the story of our house and the integrity of our objects. The roots of Hermès’ success and longevity lie in a sense of responsibility; a quest for authenticity and respect for time and preservation of natural resources. All at Hermès wish to leave a positive footprint on the world, a mission that’s at the heart of our commitment to progress. This narrative can be experienced in a series of shorts films “Footsteps Across the World” available on our website. Link here.

Our Commitment

Family is at the heart of Hermès. At Hermès of Paris, we are committed to being a Maison for All, a home where we make efforts to generate, support and advance the values of diversity, inclusion and family both within our own walls and in the wider world. At Hermès of Paris we look to create a diverse workforce of talented and unique individuals with different backgrounds, skillsets and worldviews that will enrich our Hermès of Paris family. We support our individual team members personal and professional success through a culture that values equality, individuality and fairness and through an environment where individuals can thrive and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Beyond the walls of our Maison, we advance our DIF values through the work that we do in partnership with our community and non-profit partners.

At Hermès of Paris, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is the policy of Hermès of Paris, Inc. that applicants for employment are recruited, selected and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to positions being filled and potential for promotion or transfer which may be expected to develop. Applicants are recruited, selected and hired without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. In addition, personnel procedures and practices with regard to training, promotion, transfer, compensation, demotion, lay off or termination are to be administered with due regard to job performance, experience and qualifications, but without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hermès of Paris, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.

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