L'Oreal

Director, Stock Systems & Reconciliation, SalonCentric

L'Oreal$110K — $130K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Information Systems or related field required
  • 7-10+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or audit environment
  • Relevant experience within L'Oréal is a plus
  • Proven track record managing complex projects or processes independently
  • Deep understanding of inventory accounting and general ledger impact of inventory transactions

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day analysis and reconciliation of inventory data
  • Perform complex analysis of transactions across systems
  • Provide analytical support for special projects and executive requests
  • Identify and implement transformative process improvements
  • Monitor and analyze inventory trends for consistency
  • Develop and establish KPIs and SOPs with leadership
  • Create and maintain dashboards and reporting solutions

Benefits

  • Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K)
  • Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
  • Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More)
  • Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L'Oréal's Internal Shop, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
  • Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression
  • Employee Resource Groups and Innovation Squads
  • Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs
Full Job Description
Job Title: Director, Stock Systems & Reconciliation

Function: Stock Systems & Reconciliation

Supervisor Title: AVP, SalonCentric Internal Control

Matrix Manager Title: VP, SalonCentric Supply Chain

Location: Clearwater, Florida National Operating Center (NOC)

Summary

The Director of Stock Systems & Reconciliation is responsible for the synchronization and reliability of stock positions across SalonCentric's entire omnichannel network. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on technical expertise to ensure that physical inventory and digital records remain in perfect synchronization. This strategic, hands-on leader serves as the subject matter expert for inventory integrity, maintaining the rigorous accuracy required for seamless replenishment and flawless order fulfillment ensuring a superior experience for our customers.

As a critical bridge between Finance, IT, Supply Chain etc., the Director oversees the end-to-end reconciliation of stock movement. They are responsible for diagnosing complex transactional gaps, partnering with IT to resolve data-flow discrepancies, and driving operational excellence to safeguard the customer experience.

Position Responsibilities

Operational Excellence and Oversight
  • Lead the day-to-day analysis and reconciliation of inventory data, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives and SalonCentric's standards of excellence.
  • Perform complex analysis of transactions across multiple systems and partner cross-functionally to ensure operational excellence and data integrity.
  • Provide high-level analytical support for special projects and ad hoc requests from senior management, contributing insights that align with SalonCentric's organizational goals.

System Integrity & Process Improvement

  • Identify, develop and implement transformative process improvements that enhance efficiency and support strategic decision-making.

  • Independently monitor and analyze inventory transactions and trends to maintain consistency across systems.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally and drive solutions ensuring the accuracy of stock-movements relative to financial postings and sales revenue.

Collaboration & Subject Matter Expertise
  • Partner with leadership to develop and establish KPIs and standardized procedures (SOP's) for the functional area.
  • Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) and point of contact for tracking and communicating inventory-related issues across Finance, IT, Operations, Supply Chain etc.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to document system requirements and troubleshoot complex data discrepancies.

Analytics & Reporting
  • Design, create, and maintain effective dashboards and reporting solutions for various stakeholders.
  • Proactively develop new analytical tools and data-backed recommendations as the business evolves.
  • Synthesize operational data to identify challenges and gather relevant information for executive-level visibility.

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Information Systems, or a related field required.
  • Minimum of 7-10+ years of experience in an accounting, finance, or audit environment.
  • Relevant experience within L'Oréal is a plus.
  • Proven track record of managing complex projects or processes independently.


Position Requirements

Technical Skills
  • Deep understanding of inventory accounting and the impact of inventory transactions on the General Ledger.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; working knowledge of SQL for large data analysis is highly preferred.
  • Experience with POS, WMS, OMS and related systems (e.g., SAP, GK, Azure PaaS, ELK/Elasticsearch) is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and maintain automated dashboards and reporting solutions.

Communication & Collaboration
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to integrate accounting principles with IT and business processes.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 5%).


Strategic Mindset
  • Strategic & Big Picture Thinker: Able to bring new ideas to life while understanding the interdependencies between departments.
  • Results Driver: Accountable to high standards of delivery, focusing on innovation and the right priorities.
  • Flexible & Agile Adapter: Responsive to change and able to work effectively in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment.
  • Passionate Learner: Inquisitive about the beauty distribution business; open to feedback and proactive in sharing knowledge to improve processes.


What's In It For You:

  • Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K)
  • Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
  • Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
  • Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L'Oréal's Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
  • Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
  • Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
  • Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs


About L'Oreal

L'Oreal is a French personal care company that specializes in cosmetics and beauty products. The company was founded in 1909 by Eugène Schueller and is headquartered in Clichy, France. L'Oreal is the world's largest cosmetics company and operates in over 150 countries. The company's products include makeup, skincare, haircare, and fragrance products. L'Oreal is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious goals to reduce its environmental impact and improve the sustainability of its products. The company has also been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Learn more about L'Oreal
Size
85,412 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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