Stock Controller

📍 Hoofddorp, Netherlands | 🏢 Hybrid (3 days in-office) 

At United Legwear & Apparel Europe B.V. (ULAC), we’re proud to partner with globally recognized fashion brands including Scotch & Soda, Skechers, Hurley, PUMA, and Ted Baker.  

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Stock Controller to join our Hoofddorp office and take ownership of our inventory accuracy across Europe. This role is essential to keeping our operations running reliably - and as our business continues to grow, there’s room to shape and develop the function further. 

Your Role & Responsibilities 

📦 Inventory Control & Stock Accuracy 

• Maintain accurate stock levels across replenishment, seasonal, and non-seasonal product lines. 

• Keep product master data and inventory information updated in the ERP system. 

• Investigate stock discrepancies, conduct root-cause analysis, and support corrective actions. 

• Monitor aged, excess, and slow-moving stock, propose actions to improve stock health and reduce write-offs, and share insights with Sales to support sell-through strategies. 

🗂 Cycle Counts & Stocktakes 

• Manage and process cycle count results in the ERP, validating and reconciling discrepancies. 

• Coordinate cycle counts, annual stocktakes, and ad-hoc recounts with warehouse teams. 

• Ensure stocktake procedures are documented, consistent, and continuously improved. 

• Work closely with warehouse operations to strengthen stock integrity and accuracy. 

📊 Reporting, Analysis & Financial Support 

• Conduct regular inventory analyses to assess stock accuracy and overall inventory health. 

• Prepare clear reports and dashboards on KPIs, ageing, turnover, and operational risks. 

• Support Finance with month-end close, stock valuations, and audit requirements. 

• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities related to inventory and procurement. 

📈 Forecasting, Planning & Risk Management 

• Provide accurate stock insights to support forecasting and revenue planning. 

• Flag inventory risks early (e.g., delays, excess stock, ageing stock, accuracy issues). 

• Ensure the correct stock insurance coverage is in place for new partners or product categories. 

• Recommend actions to reduce write-offs and protect stock value. 

• Suggest simple, effective process improvements across the inventory workflow. 

• Support basic contingency planning for supply chain or stock availability disruptions. 

What We’re Looking For 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 

• 5 years’ experience in stock control, inventory management, planning, or supply chain operations (fashion or consumer goods preferred). 

• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data. 

• Experience with ERP/inventory systems (SAP preferred; Exenta is a plus). 

• Understanding of stock valuation, financial processes, and budgeting. 

• Fluency in English; Dutch is a plus. 

Skills & Attributes 

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with warehouse, logistics, sales, production, and finance. 

• Comfortable being the primary point of contact for all stock-related questions. 

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Analytical and solutions-focused, with an interest in improving processes. 

• Able to work independently while staying closely connected with cross-functional teams. 

• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 

Why Join ULAC? 

At ULAC, you’ll work with iconic fashion brands while contributing to a dynamic, growing European business. You’ll join a collaborative Finance team where your impact on stock accuracy and operational performance is highly visible. 

🛍 28% employee discount on Scotch & Soda products + VIP access to sample sales 
🏢 Hybrid working: 3 days per week in our modern Hoofddorp office 
🚆 Travel support: public transport allowance or competitive mileage reimbursement 
🥗 Fresh lunches, unlimited coffee, drinks & snacks 
💪 Wellness perks including ClassPass discounts and OpenUp coaching 
🌍 A diverse and collaborative team culture focused on growth and continuous learning 

About ULAC 

Founded in 1998, ULAC is a global leader in apparel and accessories, partnering with brands such as PUMA, Hurley, Ted Baker, Scotch & Soda, and Skechers. Headquartered in New York, with European offices in Amsterdam, Hoofddorp, and London, we combine innovation, integrity, and sustainability to deliver exceptional products worldwide.