Stock Manager

Overview

Balenciaga is a Paris-based luxury fashion house known for its avant-garde design language and cultural influence. As part of the Kering group, Balenciaga combines creative experimentation with the operational rigor and global reach of a leading luxury conglomerate, offering career mobility within the House and across the Kering portfolio.

Role & Responsibilities

• Oversee all stockroom and back‑of‑house operations in accordance with Balenciaga’s Operations Manual and Kering Global Stockroom Guidelines.
• Manage daily shipping and receiving functions, merchandise intake, and timely processing of repairs, including weekly outbound shipments and follow‑up.
• Conduct cycle counts, monthly store reconciliations and prepare annual inventory according to corporate guidelines.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and negatives; maintain and organize HOH to prevent loss prevention and sales issues.
• Control supplies and costs against budget; ensure packaging, shipping and stationery supplies are stocked and ordered as needed.
• Execute opening and closing procedures and coordinate facility maintenance (HVAC, electrical, fire monitoring, elevators, pest control) with the corporate team.
• Prepare and submit required daily, weekly and monthly reporting (reconciliation, packaging, etc.) and support the sales floor and ad hoc projects as directed by management.
• Coach, manage and develop the stockroom team to drive operational excellence and execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of operational experience within luxury retail, including stockroom or inventory management.
• Proven experience managing, coaching and developing a team in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and JDA retail systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform cycle counts, inventory reconciliation and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational skills, commercial awareness and strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lift and move bulk merchandise and to respond quickly under operational pressure.

Skills

Experience

At least six years of progressive operational experience in luxury retail, with a history of managing stockroom operations, inventory control processes, physical inventories and a small team; experience working to corporate retail guidelines is preferred.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, retail management or a related field preferred.

Culture

Balenciaga operates at the intersection of creativity and commercial discipline, fostering a high‑performance environment where craftsmanship and innovation are valued. As part of Kering, the House emphasizes career development, inclusivity and a collaborative approach to building high‑performing teams.