Ralph Lauren Asia Pacific is seeking to appoint a Senior Analyst, Inventory Control to ensure inventory accuracy in our merchandising and financial systems. This will require providing timely support to all divisions within Asia-Pacific including, Hong Kong, China, Macau, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Australia, Korea, and Japan.

Responsibilities

• Report for non-compliance with inventory management issues
• Ensure store compliance with inventory related procedures including distributions, transfers, MOS, physical inventory preparation and execution
• Coordinate annual physical inventory stock-take and cycle counts in all divisions including book cutoff, capturing counts, and sales, research, reconciling, applying adjustments, and shrink reporting
• Prepare, review and approve inventory adjustments processed within Inventory Control department including, but not limited to RTV’s, MOS, sell-offs, transfer, etc.
• Work closely with variance departments to resolve inventory related issues
• Process improvements and enhanced controls within all divisions
• Partner with GL and Reporting team as needed on reconciliation of inventory data, analysis of Key P&L and B/S accounts related to inventory, audit questions and research
• Adhère & enforce internal Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance

Requirements

• Degree Holder in Finance
• Minimum five years relevant experience
• Experience in Finance, Logistics or Distribution
• Fluency in English & Cantonese, with the ability to communicate well with colleagues across levels
• Experience working in for a large multi-national, commercial & retail organization with various countries within Asia-Pacific region
• Proficiency with Microsoft Applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel - understanding V-Lookup, Pivot & Functions)
• Knowledge of Finance Systems – preferably Microsoft Dynamics AX, AS400, POS or similar ERP system is an advantage
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills
• Resourceful and motivated to drive change
• Ability to interact with all levels of management with courteous and professional demeanor
• Ability to work well under pressure on multiple tasks & deadlines

Depending on the seniority of the appointee, the appointment may be made at the Senior Analyst or Analyst level.

We offer a collegial working environment and an attractive remuneration package and career prospects for the right candidate. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Ralph Lauren is an equal opportunity employer. Personal data provided will only be used for purpose of recruitment and selection.