Yves Saint Laurent Stock Controller
- Location
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 13, 2026
About Yves Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent is an iconic Parisian luxury house within the Kering group, recognised for its modern, couture-led ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories. The maison combines strong creative direction with an international retail network, demanding exacting standards of craftsmanship, client service and merchandising from its teams.
Saint Laurent — Stock Controller in Brussels: oversee inventory, stock flows and omnichannel fulfilment for the boutique.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage all merchandise flows: prepare, pack and ship goods to boutiques and warehouses; process receipts, returns, transfers and DTOs; and administer price changes to ensure accurate point-of-sale data.
- Execute and control cycle counts and the annual stocktake; analyse variances, implement corrective action plans and perform necessary adjustments to minimise shrinkage.
- Define and monitor optimal stock levels to meet sales targets; escalate stock shortages, resolve overstock situations and manage emergency supply issues (late deliveries, order errors).
- Operate and maintain an organised Back Office in accordance with brand guidelines; open, follow up and close consignments, and manage damaged-goods procedures and related billing.
- Coordinate omnichannel fulfilment for distance sales, ensuring timely shipment and an excellent client experience throughout the logistics process.
- Act as primary contact for defective product tickets, enforce corporate operational policies and contribute to a constructive, compliant working environment.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years demonstrable experience in retail inventory/stock control, ideally within premium or luxury retail.
- Strong attention to detail with superior organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Effective communicator with teamwork orientation and the ability to liaise across store, operations and warehouse functions.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing operational demands and able to propose pragmatic solutions under pressure.
- Proactive problem-solver with a methodical approach to discrepancy analysis and stock reconciliation.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in retail stock control or inventory management, preferably within luxury, premium or high-turnover fashion environments.
Education
Secondary education (high school diploma) or equivalent; vocational training or certification in logistics, supply chain or retail operations is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium.
Culture
Saint Laurent maintains a high-performance, design-driven culture with an emphasis on craftsmanship, client service and discretion. The workplace is collaborative and international, valuing precision and professional development while promoting diversity and inclusion across its teams.
About Cerulean
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