merchandiser London, England
Uniqlo
Full Time
London, England
10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description
UNIQLO is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world. UNIQLO respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price.
We are currently recruiting for an Senior Assistant Branch Merchandiser/Senior Allocator to sit within the EU Inventory Control team, based in our newly redesigned London office. You will be reporting into the Inventory Control Manager for Menswear and Kids, working closely with the wider Inventory Control, Merchandising Planning, Store Operations, Logistics, in Store Merchandising, IT, and all Retail teams, as well as the Global Headquarters based in Japan.
As a member of the Inventory Control for UNIQLO Europe, you will support in season inventory management across all of our stores in Europe (UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Denmark, Italy and Poland) as well as our E-Commerce platform. You will be working closely with the inventory control manager as well as the merchandising planning and store operations team to determine, understand and execute the planned inventory strategy for your selected product areas. You will also determine and support the inventory strategy for selected countries working closely with the COO and retail teams to execute it correctly.
What you will be responsible for
- Determining appropriate stock levels by channel by setting inventory targets and monitoring sales on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Undertaking relevant analysis and using available reporting to support decision making and determining the action plans for both department and country responsibilities.
- Setting up the auto allocation system, using appropriate targets and other numerical data to ensure the correct inventory balance across all platforms.
- Identifying and actioning stock consolidations on a weekly basis
- Working with stores to highlight any outstanding issues and provide solutions where necessary.
- Supporting the continuous development of processes and procedures to drive efficiencies in the department.
Candidate’s Profile
Experience
- 3-5 years experience within a stock planning, inventory management or branch merchandising function.
- Previous experience within the fashion retail industry is an advantage
- Detailed understanding of relevant metrics and KPI’s relating to inventory management
- Advanced excel skills required
- Having presented to the team and wider business with trade meetings/discussions
Skills & Attributes
- Analytical and numerate
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team using own initiative
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the business
- Commercial awareness to support discussion making
What we can offer you
- 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Staff Discount 30%
- Global Profit Share Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Private Medical Care
- Private Pension Scheme
- Travel to work loan scheme
Additional Benefits
- Tea and coffee provided
- Hybrid working, 2 days from home, 3 days in the office
- Social events throughout the year
- Seasonal Sample Sales
- Volunteer Day – twice a year
- Great Location - Close to transport links, underground Piccadilly and Oxford Street stations. Close by to shops restaurants/bars/cinema and gyms
UNIQLO is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all profiles, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities or background.
We take data protection very seriously and understand the importance of protecting your privacy and Personal Information. For the recruitment process, you can find the applicable privacy policy on our site:
https://www.fastretailing.com/eng/privacy/eurecruitment.html
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Uniqlo
www.uniqlo.com
Yamaguchi, Japan
Tadashi Yanai
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Private
Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores
