Balenciaga Stock Manager
Balenciaga Stock Manager in Manhasset, USA — oversee stockroom operations, inventory control, repairs and reporting.
Overview
Balenciaga is a Paris-based luxury fashion house known for its avant-garde design language and cultural influence. As part of the Kering group, Balenciaga combines creative experimentation with the operational rigor and global reach of a leading luxury conglomerate, offering career mobility within the House and across the Kering portfolio.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee all stockroom and back‑of‑house operations in accordance with Balenciaga’s Operations Manual and Kering Global Stockroom Guidelines.
- Manage daily shipping and receiving functions, merchandise intake, and timely processing of repairs, including weekly outbound shipments and follow‑up.
- Conduct cycle counts, monthly store reconciliations and prepare annual inventory according to corporate guidelines.
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and negatives; maintain and organize HOH to prevent loss prevention and sales issues.
- Control supplies and costs against budget; ensure packaging, shipping and stationery supplies are stocked and ordered as needed.
- Execute opening and closing procedures and coordinate facility maintenance (HVAC, electrical, fire monitoring, elevators, pest control) with the corporate team.
- Prepare and submit required daily, weekly and monthly reporting (reconciliation, packaging, etc.) and support the sales floor and ad hoc projects as directed by management.
- Coach, manage and develop the stockroom team to drive operational excellence and execution.
Qualifications
- Minimum 6+ years of operational experience within luxury retail, including stockroom or inventory management.
- Proven experience managing, coaching and developing a team in a fast‑paced retail environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and JDA retail systems.
- Demonstrated ability to perform cycle counts, inventory reconciliation and resolve discrepancies.
- Excellent organizational skills, commercial awareness and strong written and verbal communication.
- Ability to lift and move bulk merchandise and to respond quickly under operational pressure.
Skills
Experience
At least six years of progressive operational experience in luxury retail, with a history of managing stockroom operations, inventory control processes, physical inventories and a small team; experience working to corporate retail guidelines is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, retail management or a related field preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Manhasset, New York, USA, with easy access to New York. 7 luxury roles are listed in Manhasset on Cerulean. Across the New York region, Cerulean lists 610 open positions — 21 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 2.262 open roles in USA, including 71 added in the last 48 hours.
Culture
Balenciaga operates at the intersection of creativity and commercial discipline, fostering a high‑performance environment where craftsmanship and innovation are valued. As part of Kering, the House emphasizes career development, inclusivity and a collaborative approach to building high‑performing teams.
About Cerulean
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