Head - Inventory Control

About Lenskart

At Lenskart, we’re building the world’s most admired, design-led eyewear brand — redefining the category by combining cutting-edge technology, bold innovation, and global scale. With millions of customers across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, we’re transforming how people see and experience the world.

As we accelerate our global expansion, we’re looking for exceptional leaders to join us on this journey — individuals who can combine strategic vision with operational excellence to build scalable, future-ready systems that fuel growth.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Head of Inventory Control to lead inventory management across our global operations and play a mission-critical role in enabling growth, efficiency, and customer delight.

This is a high-impact leadership position, responsible for driving the strategic direction and operational execution of inventory, optimization, valuation, and technology enablement. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in inventory control and supply chain, finance, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence outcomes at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Efficiency & Optimization

• Drive significant improvements in inventory turns and working capital utilization.

• Minimize excess and aged stock, reduce Days Inventory Outstanding, and ensure the right balance of availability and efficiency.

2. S&OP and Demand Planning Leadership

• Strengthen demand and supply forecasting models, integrating business priorities and market realities.

• Build robust buying controls, allocation strategies, and replenishment mechanisms across stores, online, and distribution centers.

3. Governance, Valuation & Compliance

• Oversee accurate inventory valuation, accounting, and audit readiness across geographies.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial standards, and regulatory requirements.

4. Data, Technology & Automation

• Leverage analytics, dashboards, and BI tools for real-time visibility and decision-making.

• Champion the adoption of AI and automation in forecasting, replenishment, and liquidation strategies.

5. Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with cross-functional teams including Finance, Supply Chain, Retail, Merchandising, and Technology to align inventory practices with business goals.

• Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of planners and finance professionals focused on excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large-scale inventory management (₹1000 Cr+).

• Strong academic credentials - CA, MBA-Finance, or equivalent from a reputed institution.

• Deep expertise in retail, FMCG, e-commerce, or other high-SKU, fast-moving environments.

• Proven track record of improving inventory turns, reducing aged stock, and optimizing working capital.

• Highly proficient with data analytics, BI tools, and modern planning systems.

• Experience working with AI/tech-enabled supply chain solutions is a strong plus.

• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills with a hands-on execution mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Take ownership of a mission-critical function at one of the world’s fastest-growing consumer brands.

• Shape inventory and planning strategy that directly impacts growth, profitability, and customer experience globally.

• Work closely with founders and senior leadership on high-impact, cross-functional initiatives.

• Be part of a culture that blends innovation, speed, ownership, and scale to transform an entire industry.