Senior Analyst – Retail Inventory Full Time NEW

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Summary Of The Role

The Senior Analyst – Retail / DTC / E-Commerce Inventory Reconciliation is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of inventory and financial data across multiple systems including POS, WMS, OMS, SIS customer systems, and SAP.

This role supports the APAC cluster by performing inventory reconciliation across Owned & Operated retail stores, Shop-in-Shop (SIS), Consignment, E-commerce, and Marketplace channels. The position plays a critical role in identifying discrepancies, resolving variances, improving reconciliation processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.

About The Role

Inventory & Data Reconciliation

• Perform monthly reconciliation of inventory across POS, WMS, OMS, SIS customer systems, and marketplace platforms against SAP inventory records.
• Analyze inventory data from multiple systems and identify discrepancies or variances.
• Investigate and resolve inventory differences by collaborating with distribution centers, retail operations teams, store teams, and external partners.
• Monitor and reconcile marketplace inventory and transactions to ensure accurate reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate adjustment postings in SAP when discrepancies are identified.

Inventory Accounting & Shrink Analysis.

• Conduct lookback analysis to determine DTC inventory shrinkage trends.
• Calculate and post monthly shrink reserve accruals for retail stores and distribution centers based on approved shrink percentages applied to COGS extracted from SAP.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, and financial reporting standards.

Reporting & Financial Analysis

• Prepare and review monthly inventory reconciliation reports, including PC9-level reconciliation between source systems and SAP.
• Provide detailed variance analysis and highlight root causes of discrepancies.
• Identify and escalate potential issues such as fraudulent stock movements, shortages, or excess inventory.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with Retail Operations, Supply Chain, Marketplace teams, and DC team to resolve reconciliation issues.
• Communicate reconciliation findings and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Drive alignment across regional teams to ensure consistent inventory processes.

Audit & Compliance

• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate reconciliation documentation and analysis.
• Ensure adherence to US GAAP, SOX compliance requirements, and internal financial policies.

Process Improvement

• Continuously identify opportunities to optimize and standardize inventory reconciliation processes across the AMA region.
• Drive automation and simplification initiatives using digital tools and analytics.
• Stay updated on global retail inventory processes and system enhancements.

About You

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, data analysis tools, and AI-enabled analytics platforms.
• Solid understanding of Retail, E-commerce, Marketplace, O&O stores, SIS, and Consignment business models.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate complex discrepancies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of accountability and ownership.

Systems & Tools

• SAP S/4HANA
• POS (Point of Sale) systems
• WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
• OMS (Order Management Systems)
• Marketplace platforms
• Advanced Excel and analytics tools
• AI Copilot or similar automation tools

Qualifications & Experience

• CA / CPA / CMA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 3–6 years of experience in retail finance, inventory accounting, or reconciliation roles.
• Experience in fashion retail, e-commerce, or marketplace environments preferred.
• Knowledge of US GAAP, SOX compliance, and internal controls.

Benefits

We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters. Whether it is for medical care, taking time off, improving your health or planning for retirement, we’ve got you covered.

Here’s a Small Snapshot

• Complimentary preventive health check-up for you & your spouse
• OPD coverage
• Best in class leave plan including paternity & family care leaves
• Counselling sessions to prioritize mental well-being
• Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi’s products

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, or genetic information. We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request.

To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone’s perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.

LOCATION

IND, GBS Office Bengaluru

FULL TIME/PART TIME

Full time

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