Merchandising Admin Assistant – Womenswear

UNIQLO; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

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 a Merchandising Admin Assistant to sit within the EU Merchandising Planning department on our womenswear team, based in our London office for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will be reporting into the Merchandising Planner, working closely with merchandising and allocation teams to develop a full understanding of the UNIQLO range across the EU.

This represents a unique opportunity for someone who is interested in growing their career within fashion Merchandising, with experience in the merchandising function.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supporting the Merchandisers with collecting key merchandising information, data entry, reports preparation and analysis
• Updating reports on a weekly, monthly and ad hoc basis
• Analysing day-to-day sales and stock levels. Liaise with the inventory control team with regards to stock queries and necessary adjustments
• Highlight risks and opportunities
• Actioning re-pricing and markdown changes
• Assisting with sizing and colour confirmations
• Liaising with stores and head office in Tokyo
• Carrying out competitors’ analysis continuously
• Proposing improvements of stock levels based on sales & stock reporting
• Supporting with any other ad-hoc administration required within the merchandising function
• Use own initiative to resolve issues that may arise

Profile :

At least 1 year's merchandising experience

Educated to degree level - within merchandising or an analytical subject

Experience within an administrative role

Advanced skills in Excel

Strong numeracy and analytical skills

IT proficient

Acute attention to detail

Eager to learn and willing to take on additional responsibilities

Self-driven and organised to deliver results within deadlines

Retail or fashion experience is a plus

What we can offer you :

26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Staff Discount 30%

Global Profit Share Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Medical Care (optional)

Private Pension Scheme

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. 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.