Inventory Control Supervisor, Palo Alto - Hermes

The Hermès Palo Alto Boutique opened in 2018 and focuses on providing extraordinary service to clients as a part of the Western Region. This position will report to the Operations Manager and will work collaboratively with the sales team and selling support teams to support the client experience in a fast-paced, luxury environment.

The Opportunity:

The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for the management of the store inventory. The primary duties include receiving packages, merchandise in to the store inventory accurately and efficiently on the day in which it arrives, ticketing merchandise and generating packing and shipping transfer and RTV of merchandise to other locations efficiently and accurately. All records associated with receiving and shopping merchandise will be neatly and accurately maintained in filing systems. The Inventory Control Supervisor is responsible for the processing, recording and following up on all after sales service. The Inventory Control Supervisor will provide support to store management to organize, conduct and reconcile weekly cycle counts and bi-annual inventories. The Inventory Control Supervisor is also responsible for the ordering and maintaining of adequate stock levels in shipping/selling supplies, as well as store and kitchen supplies.

All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

About the Role:

Maintain an accurate and organized store inventory. Organize and participate in store cycle counts, bi-annual inventories and reconciliation with support and direction from Managing Director and Operations Manager.

Process all incoming and outgoing shipments within the business day they are generated. Ensure proper documentation is completed.

Check in all returns against previous day's business.

Print and ticket merchandise, returns and price updates.

Process, record, maintain and follow up on all aftersales service.

Process damages, maintain inventory for damages.

Work with Store Management to analyze business and replenish needs.

Develop inventory strategies to support the selling process and to maintain our warehouse standards on a daily basis.

Supervisory Responsibility

NO

Budget Responsibility

YES

In partnership with store management, this role is responsible for reviewing and adhering to budget for shipping supplies, orange supplies, office supplies and kitchen supplies with direction from the Managing Director and Operations Manager.

Decision Making Responsibility

NO

About You

2+ years in experience in operations or back of house Supervisory capacity, in a luxury retail environment preferred

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to effectively analyze information.

Ability to problem-solve.

Ability to multi-task with accuracy.

Attention to detail.

Ability to follow both written and verbal policies and directives.

Attention to asset protection and inventory control.

Experienced with technology to fully utilize internal systems as well as external shipping software programs.

Ability to lift between 0-25 lbs. without assistance.

The range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00. Actual rates are determined based on the job, location, and individual experience.

We are looking for a candidate that has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.

Company Overview:

Since 1837, Hermès has remained faithful to its artisan business model and humanist values. We place people at the heart of what we do and aspire to make a positive impact on the world. The freedom to create, the constant search for beautiful materials, the transmission of a savoir-faire of excellence and the aesthetic of functionality define the singularity of Hermès, a house dedicated to making highly-crafted, beautiful objects made to stand the test of time.

An independent, family-owned company, Hermès is dedicated to keeping production in France through its 42 workshops, The Hermès organization is also a truly global community with a network of 310 stores in 49 countries. Hermès employs more than 15,000 people worldwide with over 6,000 of the workforce being Hermès craftspeople engaged in making artisanal products, nurturing a 180+ year tradition of creativity and innovation.

At Hermès, our actions for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility are founded in values passed down by generations of humble artisans who have shaped the story of our house and the integrity of our objects. The roots of Hermès' success and longevity lie in a sense of responsibility; a quest for authenticity and respect for time and preservation of natural resources. All at Hermès wish to leave a positive footprint on the world, a mission that's at the heart of our commitment to progress. This narrative can be experienced in a series of shorts films "Footsteps Across the World" available on our website. Link here .

Our Commitment:

Family is at the heart of Hermès. At Hermès of Paris, we are committed to being a Maison for All, a home where we make efforts to generate, support and advance the values of diversity, inclusion and family both within our own walls and in the wider world. At Hermès of Paris we look to create a diverse workforce of talented and unique individuals with different backgrounds, skillsets and worldviews that will enrich our Hermès of Paris family. We support our individual team members personal and professional success through a culture that values equality, individuality and fairness and through an environment where individuals can thrive and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Beyond the walls of our Maison, we advance our DIF values through the work that we do in partnership with our community and non-profit partners.

At Hermès of Paris, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is the policy of Hermès of Paris, Inc. that applicants for employment are recruited, selected and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to positions being filled and potential for promotion or transfer which may be expected to develop. Applicants are recruited, selected and hired without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. In addition, personnel procedures and practices with regard to training, promotion, transfer, compensation, demotion, lay off or termination are to be administered with due regard to job performance, experience and qualifications, but without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hermès of Paris, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.

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