Hermès Stock Controller
About Hermès
Hermès Argentina is the local arm of the French luxury house Hermès, part of the Hermès International group. The brand is renowned for artisanal leather goods, silk, and couture-level craftsmanship; as an employer it emphasizes meticulous attention to detail, long-term staff development, and a boutique retail culture grounded in heritage and product excellence.
Hermès Argentina seeks a Stock Controller in Buenos Aires — 11‑month contract starting 2026-04-06, responsible for inventory control, cycle counts and replenishment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support inbound and outbound merchandise processes to ensure alignment between physical stock and system records (receiving, transfers, shipments, returns).
- Perform daily replenishment of sales-floor and back‑office storage areas, including products and packaging materials.
- Monitor and support daily resolution of negative inventory items and investigate stock discrepancies.
- Prepare and assist with inventory conferences and cycle counts, including physical counting and documentation.
- Contribute to final reporting for cycle counts and provide analysis of variance drivers.
- Propose corrective actions—methods, tools and training—to improve future inventory count accuracy.
- Help implement and maintain best-practice storage procedures for both back‑office and front‑of‑house areas.
- Report operational issues and inventory KPIs during team meetings and morning briefings.
- Provide operational support to the sales team as needed (stock locating, internal transfers, ad hoc requests).
Qualifications
- Minimum three years’ experience in inventory control, stockroom operations or retail logistics.
- Proven ability to perform physical stock handling (lifting boxes, moving shelving, etc.).
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Intermediate to advanced English communication skills.
- Availability for the stated schedule: Monday–Friday 10:45–19:15 and Saturday 09:45–13:15.
- Willingness to work on a fixed-term (limited) contract of approximately 11 months starting 2026-04-06.
Skills
Experience
Minimum three years’ hands-on experience in inventory management, stock control or warehouse/retail operations; prior experience in luxury retail or high-value merchandise handling is an advantage.
Education
High-school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or certificate in logistics, retail operations or supply‑chain management preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Culture
Hermès cultivates an environment of craftsmanship, discretion and meticulous standards, where product knowledge and attention to detail are paramount. Store teams operate in a collegial boutique atmosphere that prioritizes service excellence and long-term professional development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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