Galeries Lafayette Management Controller

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Compensation
€3,000–3,100/month
Industry
High Jewelry
Posted
Sep 11, 2026

About Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette, a prestigious entity within the retail landscape, offers an exhilarating environment that embodies a lifestyle of fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, watchmaking, and gastronomy. As part of this vibrant and innovative group, employees are encouraged to embrace creativity and commitment, driving the evolution of commerce and enchanting customers with every interaction.

Groupe Galeries Lafayette seeks Management Controller in Paris for jewelry brands. Full-time CDI role with €3,000–€3,100/month salary.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Define annual performance objectives by brand, including revenue, margin, OTB, inventory coverage, discount rates, and stock landing targets
  • Conduct rigorous budget monitoring and optimize overall sector profitability
  • Perform collection analysis prior to procurement meetings and participate actively in these strategic sessions
  • Propose optimal product assortment recommendations to guide procurement teams in their final selections
  • Establish commercial operations structure and determine supply chain protocols
  • Oversee inventory replenishment, inter-store transfers, and negotiate stock returns to suppliers
  • Serve as key liaison with retail teams to ensure availability of high-value pieces and maintain dynamic inventory turnover
  • Develop and maintain weekly and monthly key performance indicator (KPI) dashboards by brand
  • Formulate strategic recommendations and propose reactive action plans to achieve commercial targets

Qualifications

  • Business School or University graduate at Bac +4 or Bac +5 level
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role in procurement, inventory management, or merchandise planning, ideally within retail or luxury sectors
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel with strong ERP or logistics management tool expertise
  • Demonstrated analytical ability, rigorous attention to detail, and operational autonomy
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage effectively with retail teams and suppliers
  • Preferred: Product knowledge or sensitivity within jewelry and fine jewelry categories

Skills

Excel ERP systems Logistics management tools Financial analysis Budget management Inventory management Data analysis KPI reporting

Experience

Minimum 2 years in a similar role in procurement, inventory management, or merchandise planning, preferably within luxury retail environments.

Education

Business School or University degree at Bac +4 or Bac +5 level.

Workplace

The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 3,000 to EUR 3,100 per month.

Benefits

Employee discount on purchases, access to company restaurant, personalized onboarding program to familiarize with business operations and luxury retail environment.

Culture

Galeries Lafayette fosters a culture of innovation and joy, where each day presents new opportunities and challenges. Employees are part of a creative and committed team, dedicated to redefining the retail experience.

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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Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette Management Controller

Paris, France

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