--- title: 'Stock Manager - Osaka, Shinsaibashi at Polène Paris' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/stock-manager-osaka-shinsaibashi-polene-paris-osaka-dtakjxn7jydn' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-08' --- # Stock Manager - Osaka, Shinsaibashi at Polène Paris - **Company:** [Polène Paris](https://feeny.ai/companies/pol-ne-paris) - **Location:** Osaka, Japan - **Employment:** full-time - **Posted:** 2026-11-04 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-08 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/polene-paris/d3e0f63b-0a3b-4ebf-aef0-239083912619 ## Job description ## About Polène Founded in 2016, Polène is a French leather goods house known for its timeless creations, combining exceptional craftsmanship with an organic design language inspired by nature. As Polène continues to grow internationally, we are strengthening our organization and investing in top talent across all functions. Supported by 800 artisans in our workshops in Ubrique, Spain, we continue to elevate the value and distinctiveness of our leather goods and jewelry collections. Within our Retail Teams Polène boutiques bring the brand universe to life and welcome a demanding local and international clientele. Located in one of Tokyo’s most premium retail environments, the Omotesando boutique requires a strong sales-focused and operationally minded leader, capable of maintaining high service standards while supporting smooth day-to-day execution. ## STOCK MANAGER REPORTING TO: Store Manager DIRECT REPORT: Stock Associate ## MAIN MISSION As the guarantor of stock integrity and logistical fluidity, you manage the entire merchandise chain within the store. You act as a strategic partner to the Store Manager to optimize profitability, minimize shrinkage, and ensure the perfect product is available at the right moment for the client. ## YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Logistics Strategy and Flow Management ● Design and challenge the physical stock organization to maximize sales efficiency. ● Oversee deliveries and warehouse returns with absolute precision. ● Analyze sales trends (Best/Worst sellers) to alert HQ on replenishment needs or overstock situations. 2. Inventory Control and Shrinkage Prevention ● Investigate each stock anomaly or discrepancy and implement rigorous corrective action plans. ● Ensure the application of security procedures to protect Polène's assets (leather goods, jewelry, packaging). 3. Management (when applicable) ● Manage, motivate, and challenge your dedicated team to encourage them to exceed their limits. Conduct corrective feedback when necessary. ● Identify areas for improvement in your team members and carry out coaching actions, setting development objectives. ● Train new joiners on processes and ensure mastery of stock management. ● Lead daily briefings and ensure team cohesion through constructive and open communication. 4. Brand Ambassador and Administrative Responsibility ● Manage consumable orders (packaging bags, supplies) within defined budgets. ● Act as a strategic bridge between the stock and the sales floor, ensuring seamless cohesion and optimized product flow to maximize sales opportunities Soft Skills: Analytical Mindset & Anticipation ● Ability to challenge and analyze existing setups to optimize organization. ● Methodical rigor to organize and investigate with precision. ● Embodies Polène’s values in all professional interactions. ## About Polène Paris ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Polène is a French luxury leather goods brand that creates minimalist, high-quality handbags, jewelry, and accessories through artisanal craftsmanship. - **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped) - **Headquarters**: Paris, France - **Founded**: 2016 - **Founders**: Three siblings (names not publicly disclosed) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Luxury leather goods and accessories - **Target customers**: B2C – luxury consumers seeking minimalist, handcrafted products - **Mission or purpose**: To combine minimalism and creative expression through excellent craftsmanship, respecting tradition while innovating. ## Products & Services - **[Leather Goods]**: Handbags, wallets, and small leather accessories – designed in Paris, crafted by artisans in Ubrique, Spain using ISO 9001 certified leather from Spanish and Italian tanneries. - **[Jewelry]**: A new line of jewelry featuring nature-inspired, sculpted forms gilded with 24-carat gold, made by Italian artisans. - **Distribution**: Direct-to-consumer via e-commerce and flagship stores in major cities (Paris, New York, Tokyo, London, etc.). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available - **Key Metric**: 481 total employees (as of latest data) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not disclosed; the brand is independently owned. - **Growth Signals**: Rapid international expansion with offices in the US, Japan, South Korea, Italy, UK, Germany, China, and Denmark; launch of a jewelry collection; strong e-commerce presence and physical retail growth. ## Competitive Advantages - **French heritage & minimalist design**: Distinctive, timeless aesthetic that stands out in the luxury market. - **Artisanal craftsmanship**: All production is done by skilled craftsmen in Ubrique, Spain, a town renowned for luxury leather goods. - **Vertical integration**: Direct-to-consumer model with own retail stores, ensuring control over brand experience and margins. - **Sustainability & quality**: ISO 9001 certified leather, rigorous quality inspections, and a commitment to ethical sourcing. ## Strategic Focus - Expanding product categories (e.g., jewelry) to build a broader lifestyle brand. - Growing international retail footprint while maintaining a strong e-commerce channel. - Reinforcing brand values of humility, excellence, and inventiveness to attract top talent and loyal customers. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values-driven environment emphasizing humility, excellence, and inventiveness. High employee satisfaction reflected in a 94/100 gender equality index score (France). - **Work policy**: Hybrid workspace – some roles are in-office (Paris), others remote. Offices in multiple countries. - **Perks**: Inclusive recruitment, ethical promotion practices, and a focus on work-life balance. Opportunities to contribute to a growing luxury Maison with a strong creative identity. - **Engineering/Creative culture**: Designers and craftspeople collaborate closely; emphasis on continuous learning and respect for expertise. ## Sources 1. [eng.polene-paris.com](https://eng.polene-paris.com/pages/about-the-brand) – Brand overview, craftsmanship, and product details 2. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/pol-ne) – Employee count, headquarters, office locations, and work policy 3. [euro.polene-paris.com](https://euro.polene-paris.com/blogs/rh/careers) – Company values, career page, and gender equality index 4. [support.polene-paris.com](https://support.polene-paris.com/hc/en-us/articles/33008461392402-Partnerships-and-Careers) – Careers and partnership information 5. [polene-paris.com](https://www.polene-paris.com/blogs/rh/careers) – French careers page with values and gender equality score ## Other roles at Polène Paris - [Stockist](https://feeny.ai/job/stockist-polene-paris-americas-houston-tx-rsp5r6dc4xvd) — Americas / Houston, TX - [Sales Advisor](https://feeny.ai/job/sales-advisor-polene-paris-americas-houston-tx-mmdj8n5v3n18) — Americas / Houston, TX - [Stock Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/stock-manager-polene-paris-americas-houston-tx-b6mbbj7fbrjp) — Americas / Houston, TX - [Sales Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/sales-manager-polene-paris-americas-houston-tx-2b9jpf86grvj) — Americas / Houston, TX - [Assistant Store Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/assistant-store-manager-polene-paris-americas-houston-tx-gmazaczjewgw) — Americas / Houston, TX - [Store Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/store-manager-polene-paris-americas-houston-tx-8e7bevq44jcr) — Americas / Houston, TX - [Stage - Analyste IA Générative](https://feeny.ai/job/stage-analyste-ia-generative-polene-paris-paris-nc0bjd3gj3d8) — Paris, France / HQ - [Sales Advisor - København](https://feeny.ai/job/sales-advisor-k-benhavn-polene-paris-denmark-6emb9hn73ac4) — Denmark - [Allocation Planner - Ecommerce & Retail H/F](https://feeny.ai/job/allocation-planner-ecommerce-retail-h-f-polene-paris-paris-ta8wsa74v2kh) — Paris, France / HQ - [Retail & e-commerce allocator H/F](https://feeny.ai/job/retail-e-commerce-allocator-h-f-polene-paris-paris-d0rhet88htgt) — Paris, France / HQ