UNIQLO Management Candidate Graduate Programme - France 2027

UNIQLO; Paris; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Profit sharing

Full-time contract

Staff discount 30%

Volunteer days

Relocation support

Locations in multiple cities

Job summary

UNIQLO invites talented graduates to join its Management Candidate (UMC) Graduate Programme in France. You’ll begin on the shop floor to understand customers, products, and world-class operations, then progress into supervisory roles and, finally, participate in strategic store decisions with the Store Manager.

The program offers mentoring, training in store operations, and opportunities for rapid progression, with relocation support and a broad list of locations across France.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree with permanent work authorization in France.
• Ready to start full-time in March or September 2027.
• Minimum B2 level in English and French.
• Flexible to work weekends and varied shifts.
• Open to relocation within France.

Responsibilities

• Immerse yourself in store operations to learn customers, products, and operations.
• Lead teams on the shop floor during supervision stage.
• Support sales analytics, KPI performance, and inventory planning across rotations.

Skills

Customer service

Team coordination

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

UNIQLO Management Candidate (UMC) Graduate Programme

Lead the Future of Retail

At UNIQLO, we believe clothing should be simple, high-quality, functional, and built to last, in order to make everyone’s life better. That's the heart of LifeWear.

What You'll Gain

Throughout the year, you'll be supported by team members, managers and senior leaders who’ve been where you are and are determined to fast-track your career.

• Mentoring and direct communications with your COO
• Training in store operations, finance, people management and more
• Participation to the UNIQLO Europe Leadership Convention in London
• A network of diverse and supportive colleagues united by a shared purpose

Programme Structure

Months 1-4 | Discover the Business & Master the Foundations:

You'll begin by immersing yourself in the engine of UNIQLO: our stores. Your learning will happen directly on the shop floor rather than in an office setting. This is where you'll build a deep understanding of our customers, our products, and what makes our operations world-class.

You'll learn and master:

• Customer service
• Product deliveries & replenishment
• Omni-channel & checkout operations
• Onboarding and training new starters
• Product category management

Months 5-6 | Step into Leadership

As a supervisor, you'll begin leading teams on the shop floor, influencing performance, and owning your first commercial responsibilities. This stage develops your leadership stance, building trust, driving results, and bringing out the best in the people around you.

You'll take on:

• Team coordination & daily planning
• Developing the performance of your colleagues
• Operational excellence and customer satisfaction
• Ownership of a key subdivision, ensuring day to day performance

Months 7-12 | Drive the Business

In your final rotation, on top of maintaining a strong presence on the shop floor as an assistant manager, you'll work alongside the Store Manager to influence commercial decisions and operational strategy.

You'll be responsible for:

• Sales analytics & KPI performance
• Inventory & commercial planning
• Layout optimization & store standards
• Workforce planning aligned with sales forecasts
• Team development & succession planning

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, guaranteed bonus & group profit sharing
• Full-time permanent contract
• 30% staff discount across all Fast-Retailing brands
• Two paid volunteer days per year
• Opportunities for fast career progression at the end of the programme (eligibility for promotion every 6 months)
• Relocation support after your second rotation (if required)
• Locations: Paris, Nice, Annecy, Bordeaux, Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse, Nantes, Rennes, Cannes and Lille, Montpellier, Strasbourg

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree with permanent work authorization in France (Student visa is not accepted)
• Ready to start full-time in March or September 2027
• Minimum B2 level in English and French
• Flexible to work weekends and varied shifts
• Open to relocation within France

Selection Process:

• Step 1: Online Assessments (Including English and French proficiency tests)
• Step 2: In Person Group Assessment Centre (If you apply to multiple markets, you will need to attend just one country)
• Step 3: Online individual Interview
• Step 4: Final Interview

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