Men's merchandising planner - paris

Uniqlo est une entreprise japonaise innovante, qui inspire l’univers de la mode Casual.

Grâce à notre modèle d’entreprise intégrant verticalement toutes les étapes du cycle produit (du design à la commercialisation), nous avons bénéficié d’une croissance très rapide en offrant à nos clients des produits basiques de très grande qualité, à prix abordable.

Notre premier magasin a ouvert ses portes en 1984. Uniqlo est aujourd’hui présente aux quatre coins du monde, et notamment au Royaume Uni, Chine, Corée, Hong Kong, Etats Unis, France, Singapour, Russie, Taiwan, Malaisie… Nous continuons notre expansion par le biais notamment de l’ouverture de magasins « Flagships » à travers la planète, plus récemment à Shanghai, Melbourne ou encore Berlin. Notre réseau comprend à ce jour plus de 1900 points de vente.

Au sein du groupe Fast Retailing auquel Uniqlo appartient, nos équipes sont déterminées à hisser notre groupe au rang de Retailer numéro un mondial, et de faire de notre vision "Changer la façon de s’habiller. Sortir des sentiers battus. Proposer une autre vision du monde" une réalité.

Nous sommes convaincus que ce rêve peut se réaliser en proposant une expérience client unique et exceptionnelle au sein de nos magasins. Pour cela, nous recherchons avant tout des passionnés, qui nous aideront à concrétiser cet ambitieux challenge. Si vous souhaitez relever le défi, rejoignez-nous ! 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 a Merchandiser to sit within the Menswear team, covering the EU market. The role will be based in our Paris office. You will be reporting into the Head of Merchandising – Menswear and Kids.

As a Menswear Merchandiser, you will develop and implement the commercial strategy for our Menswear collection. This position represents an excellent opportunity for a 4-6 year experienced merchandising professional to join a very dynamic team and grow your skills and career with our expanding EU business.

Please upload an English version of your resume so we can assess your application.

What you will be responsible for:

* Overseeing your division buying plan. Providing information to ensure consistent management of product.
* Identifying and interpreting market trends through market research, whilst remaining aware of the activities of our primary competitors.
* Establishing best practice to feedback and recommending product for European market with Global Merchandising and Product Development teams in Tokyo.
* Reviewing the weekly sales figures and undertaking analysis and action to continually update forward buying forecasts. Identify trends which represent opportunities or risks to profit.
* Agreeing divisional budgets, seasonal pricing proposal, mark downs and promotional strategies in conjunction with stores and other merchandisers to achieve profit targets.
* Co-ordinating timing on range assortments and delivery with Global Merchandising.
* Regularly reviewing the delivery schedule forecasts and the actual intake of merchandise with Production and Logistics Departments, anticipating and/or identifying potential problems and taking remedial action to resolve issues.
* Managing the optimization of store stocks in line with sales performance to improve company profitability and maximize product availability.
* Coordinating activities between all markets on layout plans and zoning to deliver best layout in timely manner for European stores.
* Collaborating with European Marketing and Inventory control teams on all departmental activities, for example, campaign plans and timing.
* Establishing close contact with stores in order to assess the impact of the range and address opportunities, follow through with In Store Merchandising and Marketing teams if required.
* In conjunction with store operations, support the development of the store opening program, stock planning, initial allocation and store layout.
* Following and revising the merchandise planning calendar to ensure all deadlines are met. Support the development of the critical path.
Qualifications & professional experience:
* Bachelor's or master's degree but not necessarily in buying/merchandising.
* 4-6 years' experience in a merchandising role, with at least 3 years' experience managing menswear category.
* Retail experience is a must.
Skills & attributes:
* Understanding and ability to apply merchandising principles and practices.
* Understanding of store operations and supply chain processes.
* High attention to details and relishes being very hands-on.
* Commercially savvy in order to manage business performance.
* Computer literate with expert knowledge of Excel.
* Team player who effectively collaborates across functions.
* Ability to prioritize own workload to deliver to tight deadlines. Proactive and easily adaptable to change.
* Understands and is excited to support UNIQLO's LifeWear concept.
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