Yu Mei is a leather goods label devoted to the creation of understated luxury. Each bag design is born from the ethos that simplicity is complexity resolved, built for purpose to carry with ease.
Based in Wellington, New Zealand, Yu Mei’s mission is to create quality products that will weather your journey with you. Yu Mei is known for minimal design aesthetics with a strong focus on utility and regeneration, carrying with you everything you actually need in a day. Yu Mei aims to inspire and engage forward-thinking individuals who understand refined, utilitarian aesthetics and commitment to a high-quality product that stands the test of time.
Being a part of the Yu Mei team means being a part of a small, purpose-driven and community-oriented organisation that is expected to punch above its weight. A high degree of internal and external collaboration is expected of our team, as is the ability to adapt and change as we innovate and navigate the fashion industry.
The role
The Inventory & Accounts Coordinator sits where stock and numbers meet. You keep our inventory accurate and moving, and you keep the day-to-day accounting in order, across every sales channel.
On the inventory side, you maintain the accuracy of our systems, oversee stock allocation across channels and locations, and manage dispatch. You are the person who knows where every unit is and why.
On the accounts side, you support the Finance and Operations Manager by running payables, receivables and bank reconciliations, and working through the month-end close.
What you will be doing
- Overseeing inventory accuracy and stock allocation across channels, with regular stocktakes in the Wellington studio and oversight of stocktaking elsewhere
- Working with our 3PL and external warehouse partners on inventory and logistics queries
- Analysing stock on hand and reporting
- Bringing new product to market in Cin7 and on partner platforms, including Airpoints Store and Farfetch
- Running accounts payable and receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and staff expenses
- Supporting month-end close, inventory and COGS schedules, GST returns and year-end reconciliations
- Improving and documenting how we work, and finding the manual tasks across Cin7, Xero, Shopify and Excel that could be simplified
What you will bring
- One to three years in a similar accounts, finance or inventory role preferred
- Experience with Cin7, Xero, Shopify, Excel, Google Suite or Gorgias is an advantage
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail
- The organisation to manage competing deadlines, and the confidence to raise issues early
- A methodical, self-directed way of working, and comfort moving between the studio floor and the general ledger
Please apply through send your CV and cover letter to careers@yumeibrand.com
About Yu Mei
Yu Mei is a leather goods label devoted to the creation of understated luxury. Each bag design is born from the ethos that simplicity is complexity resolved, built for purpose to carry with ease.
Based in Wellington, New Zealand, Yu Mei’s mission is to create quality products that will weather your journey with you. Yu Mei is known for minimal design aesthetics with a strong focus on utility and regeneration, carrying with you everything you actually need in a day. Yu Mei aims to inspire and engage forward-thinking individuals who understand refined, utilitarian aesthetics and commitment to a high-quality product that stands the test of time.
Being a part of the Yu Mei team means being a part of a small, purpose-driven and community-oriented organisation that is expected to punch above its weight. A high degree of internal and external collaboration is expected of our team, as is the ability to adapt and change as we innovate and navigate the fashion industry.
About the role
As our Auckland Retail Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in leading and inspiring our Newmarket Retail team, ensuring exceptional customer service and brand experiences and driving sales success. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our Newmarket Lounge, fostering a positive and productive environment for our community and team to thrive.
This is a fixed term position covering a period of parental leave, commencing 7 September 2026 and running until 1 October 2027.
Key responsibilities include:
- Deliver outstanding customer service and set the hosting standard across walk-in service and booked VIP appointments.
- Host Lounge events and VIP experiences, and grow the Club Yu Mei community and database.
- Own clienteling for the Lounge, nurturing our VIP and high-value relationships through the Club Yu Mei framework.
- Lead, motivate and roster our part time retail team, and manage general employment queries.
- Achieve and exceed sales targets through effective sales techniques and product knowledge.
- Oversee store operations, including visual merchandising, inventory management, store maintenance and security.
Skills, qualifications and experience
- One or more year/s of experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.
- Proven track record of success in exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and processes.
- Experience using Google Suite, Shopify, Cin7 and Gorgias is beneficial but not necessary.
- A genuine interest in fashion and luxury retail, with a strong understanding of the Yu Mei brand values, product and community.
To apply
Yu Mei is committed to building an inclusive and diverse team within a safe workplace environment. Our employment policy prioritises the elimination of barriers that cause or perpetuate inequality in employment. We welcome all applicants with a desire to join our team.
The role is Auckland-based at our Newmarket Lounge and is full-time (Tuesday to Saturday). This role will require availability over the Christmas and New Years period.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Should you wish to apply for this role, please email your CV and cover letter to careers@yumeibrand.com. We look forward to hearing from you.
We look forward to hearing from you.
