Visual Merchandiser Supervisor - UNIQLO Briggate *New Store Opening*

Fast Retailing Co., Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Promotion and pay increase every 3 mo.

Highly competitive compensation

Structured skill assessment and培训 plan

Inclusive, collaborative team

Job summary

UNIQLO Leeds Briggate is seeking a Visual Merchandiser to maintain VM standards, position campaigns, and engage shoppers across two floors. This permanent full-time role (37.5 hours/week) offers a flexible Monday–Sunday schedule, including nights and weekends, with relocation possible.

The successful candidate will lead the VM team, execute seasonal layouts, coordinate promotions with store management, and ensure high-quality product presentation aligned with our LifeWear philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain VM standards and brand guidelines across the store floor, mannequins, displays and signage.
• Use sales data and campaigns to adjust product presentation and visibility.
• Lead and coach the VM team, delegating tasks and developing talent.
• Plan for promotions and seasonal changes, coordinating installations and materials.
• Communicate VM priorities with store management and wider team.
• Own the VM condition of the store and ensure timely completion of actions.

Job description

UNIQLO is excited to open a new store in Briggate in Leeds, featuring two spacious floors and showcasing our latest LifeWear collection. We're excited to receive your application and kick off your journey with us!

Hours: Permanent contract for Full Time (37.5h per week) Flexibility: Full flexibility from Monday to Sunday is required. Able to work on a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and overnight; relocation may be required.

Starting date: January 2027 Salary: starting rate of £15.70 per hour

Why do we exist UNIQLO is a brand of Fast Retailing Co, Ltd, the fastest growing of the top three fashion retailers in the world. Through our LifeWear philosophy, we are reimagining everyday clothing - simple, high-quality pieces created to make everyone’s life better. While born in Japan, we now have more than 2,500 stores worldwide and are expanding fast across the UK and Europe – it's never been a more exciting time to join us!

Your key responsibilities will include:

• 1. Visual standards & shop floor Ensure VM standards and brand guidelines are consistently implemented. Maintain mannequins, styling, displays, signage and promotional areas. Check the shop floor daily and identify VM opportunities. Ensure new campaigns and layout changes are implemented correctly and on time.
• 2. Commercial performance Use sales/KPI results to identify opportunities for VM changes. Understand best/slow sellers and adjust product presentation accordingly. Ensure key products and commercial areas have strong visibility. Review the impact of VM actions after implementation.
• 3. Team leadership Give clear direction and priorities to the VM team. Delegate daily and weekly VM tasks. Coach team members on styling, standards and commercial thinking. Support the development of future VM talent.
• 4. Planning & execution Prepare for promotions, seasonal changes and new product launches. Plan workload, priorities and VM resources. Coordinate installations and ensure equipment/materials are ready. Follow up outstanding actions and elevate risks early.
• 5. Communication & collaboration Work closely with Store Management, floor managers and VM management. Communicate VM priorities clearly to the wider store team. Share updates, issues and results with the VM Manager. Support visits and provide clear explanations of VM actions and commercial decisions.
• 6. Ownership Take responsibility for the overall VM condition of the store. Identify problems rather than waiting for direction. Follow up until actions are completed. Ensure strong standards are maintained even when the VM Manager is not present.

From day one, we invest in your growth and provide you with:

• On-the-job training: Build customer service and store operation skills with hands-on trainers in the store.
• Classroom training: Train and connect with other colleagues to learn company values, history and best practices.
• Digital learning tools: Learn at your own pace with online tools to boost product knowledge and standards.
• A supportive culture: Gain from your team's experience and grow quickly with 4 promotion opportunities each year.

Enjoy the benefits:

• Promotion and pay increase opportunities every 3 months.
• Highly competitive compensation.
• Structured skill assessment, feedback, and personalized training plan.
• Inclusive, collaborative team environment.

Recruitment steps:

1. Step 1: 1st stage of interview with VM Team
2. Step 2: 2nd stage of interview with General Manager
3. Step 3: Practical test
4. Step 4: Offer

UNIQLO is proud to be a Living Wage Foundation-accredited employer, committed to paying all our UK employees a real Living Wage.

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UNIQLO is the largest of eight brands in the Fast Retailing Group. With global sales of approximately US $20.2 billion, for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2024, Fast Retailing is one of top three leading apparel retail companies in the world. UNIQLO has more than 2,300 stores in 25 markets around the world and continues to expand its footprint. UNIQLO’s LifeWear philosophy consist of offering clothing that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity, constantly being innovated to bring more warmth, more lightness, better design and better comfort to people’s lives. For more information about UNIQLO and Fast Retailing, please visit www.uniqlo.com and www.fastretailing.com.