OTB Group Inventory & Capex Analyst
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $70,000–75,000/year
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 29, 2026
About OTB Group
OTB Group (Only The Brave) is an international fashion group that manages iconic, avant-garde maisons including Diesel, Jil Sander, Maison Margiela, Marni and Viktor&Rolf, and holds interests in Staff International, Brave Kid and Amiri. The Group combines a consumer-centric digital approach with an emphasis on creativity, sustainability and social engagement through the OTB Foundation, operating across global retail, wholesale and e‑commerce channels.
OTB Group seeks an Inventory & Capex Analyst in New York, USA to manage inventory, open-to-buy and capex across retail, wholesale and e-commerce.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform inventory reconciliations and variance analysis, including coordination of physical stock counts and follow-up on discrepancies.
- Prepare and monitor inventory KPIs and management dashboards (accuracy, ageing, DOI, stock coverage, sell-through) to support operational and commercial decisions.
- Support inventory valuation and provisioning for shrinkage, slow-moving and damaged stock; ensure proper accounting treatment for inventory balances.
- Analyze inventory trends and gross margin performance across brands, channels and markets to identify risks and optimisation opportunities.
- Manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) budgets: track actuals vs forecast, highlight risks/opportunities and recommend purchasing or replenishment actions to optimise stock levels.
- Monitor and analyse CAPEX spend related to store openings, refurbishments, fixtures and IT assets; track CAPEX budgets versus actuals and support post-implementation reviews.
- Support store opening investment projects and provide consolidated reporting and dashboards for senior management.
- Maintain inventory governance and internal controls; support Finance during monthly closes (inventory balances, provisions, depreciation and amortisation) and ensure compliance with corporate and local policies.
- Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Merchandising, Supply Chain and Retail teams to ensure data accuracy and operational alignment.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, auditing or working capital management, ideally within luxury or premium retail.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance or a related discipline.
- Deep knowledge of retail operations, stock flows and inventory control frameworks.
- Knowledge of leasing accounting; IFRS 16 is a plus.
- Proven experience with ERP, POS and inventory management systems—hands-on with S4HANA and SAP Sales and Distribution preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong data‑analysis capabilities.
- Experience using BI tools such as Power BI and Tableau for reporting and dashboards.
- High attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and capacity to build effective cross-functional relationships.
Skills
Experience
3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, auditing or working capital management, with preference for candidates who have worked in multi-store, multi-channel luxury retail environments.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance or a related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 70,000 to USD 75,000 per annum.
Culture
OTB fosters an entrepreneurial, design-led culture that encourages creative risk-taking and cross-brand collaboration across its maisons. The Group places strong emphasis on digital consumer‑centricity, sustainability and social impact through its foundation, delivering a fast‑paced, globally connected working environment.
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