Ecommerce Inventory Control Specialist

UNIQLO; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Ecommerce Inventory Control Specialist to join their dynamic European Ecommerce team in London. This role is pivotal in optimizing inventory planning for online sales, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maximizing business opportunities. You will collaborate with various teams to manage stock effectively and implement strategies to enhance sales performance. If you're a proactive problem-solver with a passion for retail and e-commerce, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

26 days paid leave

30% Staff Discount

Global Profit Share Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Medical Care (optional)

Private Pension Scheme (optional)

Travel to work loan scheme

Social events throughout the year

Seasonal Sample Sales

Volunteer Day – twice a year

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory control or related fields.
• Experience in retail e-commerce preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maximize sales and profit through effective inventory allocation.
• Work with logistics to improve warehouse efficiency.

Skills

Inventory Control

E-commerce Experience

Numerical Skills

Problem-solving

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Customer Experience Improvement

Job description

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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 E-Commerce Inventory Control Specialist to sit within the European Ecommerce team, based in our London office. Your role will be responsible for maximizing business opportunity by optimizing inventory planning across our online business, working with teams such as Merchandise Planning, Site Operations, Logistics, and Warehouse.

What you will be responsible for

• Achieving a full lineup through allocation of items and maximizing sales & profit, as well as achieving customer satisfaction as a global flagship store.
• Ensuring stock is managed appropriately by SKU in conjunction with the sales plan.
• Managing not only the allocation but also the opportunity to expand sales, to maximize sales by reflecting and feeding back to the business on website performance.
• Working with warehouse and logistics teams to maximize warehouse efficiency, thereby improving service levels and customer satisfaction.
• Creating and managing the product mix of a full lineup to suit each country's needs.
• Implementing remaining measures (sales promotions, markdowns, etc.) according to sales results to sell out all items.
• Developing opportunities from daily business results and revising plans based on customer preferences for the next season.

Skills, Experience, and Attributes

• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory control or related fields.
• Experience working with retail e-commerce in the apparel industry is preferred.
• Good numerical skills.
• Understanding of UNIQLO products.
• Store operations experience is an advantage.
• Active problem-solving skills to anticipate and adopt alternative working methods.
• Proactive in identifying and recommending improvements for customer experience.
• Self-motivated and initiative-taker.
• Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and address key issues with new ideas.
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills.
• Effective communication skills tailored to multi-level audiences.
• Confidence to share ideas and opinions, even when challenged.
• Ownership mindset.

What we can offer you

• 26 days of paid leave per holiday year + 8 bank holidays.
• Staff Discount 30%.
• Global Profit Share Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Private Medical Care (optional).
• Private Pension Scheme (optional).
• Travel to work loan scheme.
• 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, shops, restaurants, bars, cinemas, and gyms.

UNIQLO is an inclusive employer welcoming applications from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, or other profiles.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Retail