Chanel Inventory Specialist

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Location
San DiegoCaliforniaUSA
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$24.60–28/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
May 12, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is an independent, privately held House renowned for its heritage in haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As a global luxury brand, Chanel combines artisanal savoir-faire with rigorous retail standards across an international network of boutiques and selective wholesale partners.

Inventory Specialist opening at Chanel's Westfield UTC boutique in San Diego. Full-time retail operations role managing stock and inventory.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Process received stock and record into system with accuracy and efficiency
  • Organize and maintain inventory in line with CHANEL brand standards and expectations
  • Prepare and ship outbound shipments according to established protocols and brand standards
  • Execute stock cycle count program and annual physical inventory under the direction of the Inventory Supervisor and Operations Lead
  • Uphold operational standards and processes to deliver the ultimate CHANEL experience to clients
  • Build positive team relationships throughout the boutique to inspire trust and collaborative teamwork
  • Facilitate boutique opening and closing procedures and manage receipt and shipment of inventory to support sales and client service

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of related inventory or retail operations experience
  • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to move heavy items including overhead lifting, pulling, and pushing of items up to 25 lbs
  • Flexible schedule with availability for late nights, weekends, and select holidays
  • Demonstrated organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Service-oriented mindset and commitment to client experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to thrive and work collaboratively in a team environment

Skills

Inventory management systems Stock counting and cycle audit procedures Warehouse or retail operations knowledge Physical inventory management Team collaboration

Experience

Minimum 1 year of related experience in inventory management, stock operations, or retail logistics is required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Workplace

This position is based in San Diego, California, USA.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 24.60 to USD 28 per hour.

Benefits

Wellbeing resources including dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (Wellbeing Days in Retail) and a Wellbeing fund; family and caregiving benefits (parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, and Care.com Membership); generous paid time off policies (vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days); 401(k) and other incentives; robust healthcare offerings (medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE virtual care, One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program); life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability, Health Advocate, international business travel accident and medical coverage, and commuter transit and parking benefits.

Culture

Chanel cultivates a workplace that prioritizes craftsmanship, discretion and elevated client service. The brand expects high professional standards, attention to detail and a collaborative approach across boutique teams.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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