Job Title: Merchandising Assistant (12month contract with potential for
extension/ transitioning to permanent employment based on performance)
Location(s): Downtown Toronto (presence at the office 5 days a week is
preferred)
Reporting to: Merchandising Planning - Manager
Merchandising Assistant (12month contract)
https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/ [https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/]
https://www.fastretailing.com/employment/en/
[https://www.fastretailing.com/employment/en/]
At UNIQLO Canada, you’ll help bring our global vision to life in a dynamic,
collaborative environment where creativity and precision drive success.
As a Merchandising Assistant, you’ll be the backbone of our Merchandising
Planning team, ensuring our product strategy flows seamlessly from planning to
store execution. This is a hands-on role in retail merchandising, inventory
optimization and cross-functional collaboration - all while contributing to
Uniqlo’s mission of enriching lives through clothing.
As part of Fast Retailing [https://www.fastretailing.com/eng/about/], the
world’s third-largest apparel retailer, UNIQLO operates in 25+ countries, with a
mission to create clothing that enhances everyday life. Our business is built on
a unique model of efficiency, sustainability
[https://www.uniqlo.com/jp/en/contents/sustainability/], and customer-first
retail, making UNIQLO one of the most exciting global brands to work for.
Position Overview
UNIQLO Canada is seeking to hire a 12-month contract Merchandising Assistant to
join the Merchandise Planning Team to support the day to day functions and needs
of the team.
Job Description:
- Enter various forms of data into systems to support the allocation &
merchandising applications
- Responsible for identifying sales trends, providing strategy and direction to
realize fiscal targets are achieved through multi-leveled action plans
together with Merchandise Planning Team
- Work on the registration of systems related to the Merchandising, such as the
promotion, markdown plan, and item name etc.
- Support the ordering task for the merchandise planning team, especially
materials and purchase orders by order deadline.
- Create, update, maintain excel based (and other) reports
- Order execution and maintenance
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and take action to increase
efficiencies across the department
- Take initiative to communicate and partner cross-functionally to support the
Merchandise Planning Team
- Manage workload and schedule to support and meet all deadlines with accuracy
- Perform various administrative duties as required
What you bring:
- Bachelors degree in Business, Retail Management, Fashion, or related field
- 1+ years of experience in data entry, retail or merchandising
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (excel, word, ppt, outlook)
- Detail oriented with strong analytical and mathematical skills with attention
to detail
- Ability to quickly adapt to change
- Effective time management skills to meet multiple deadlines
- Must be able to collaborate cross functionally and willing to work in a
team-based environment
- Passion for retail trends and Uniqlo’s LifeWear Philosophy
- Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely
(both verbal and written)
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to learn merchandise planning function of a globally
respected brand during a key growth phase in Canada
- A results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where your actions drive real
business impact
- Develop skills with mentorship from industry leaders
- Competitive salary, and Generous employee discount on Uniqlo’s products
- Work in a modern office which is easily accessible by public transportation
- Career growth in a company that values ambition, innovation, integrity, and
performance
Join Us.
If you’re organized, passionate about retail, and eager to learn from the best,
we’d love to hear from you! This 12-month contract is a launchpad for future
opportunities at Uniqlo Canada.
UNIQLO Canada is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available
upon request during the recruitment process.
We sincerely appreciate the interest and enthusiasm of all applicants. While
every application is carefully reviewed, only candidates whose qualifications
closely match the requirements of the position will be contacted.
ABOUT US
https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/spl [https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/spl]
Welcome to Uniqlo, where our journey from a single store in Hiroshima to a
global brand embodies the essence of Japanese simplicity and innovation. Our
founder, Tadashi Yanai, envisioned a company that transcends traditional
fashion, focusing instead on creating high-quality, functional clothing
[https://www.uniqlo.com/jp/en/contents/lifewear-magazine/] that serves the
everyday needs of people worldwide. This vision gave birth to our LifeWear
concept—apparel that is simple, yet essential; designed to make life better for
all
[https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/contents/power-of-clothing/024/?srsltid=AfmBOoq0VlLdtz5PrS1oDReIQtL3fw2t9mlrD10_Za8wbn9fPdZjtX3B].
As you embark on your journey with UNIQLO, know that you are joining a company
that never gives up. Every challenge we have faced has made us stronger,
smarter, and more determined to push boundaries. We are more than just a fashion
brand—we are a global movement driven by sustainability, purpose
[https://www.uniqlo.com/th/en/sustainability/mission/], discipline, and the
belief that great clothing can change lives
[https://www.uniqlo.com/th/en/sustainability/archive/].
Vision and Culture
At Uniqlo, we embrace the Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement. This
principle drives us to constantly refine our products and processes, ensuring
that we deliver clothing that offers new and unique value. Our commitment to
quality and innovation is evident in our fabric technologies, such as HEATTECH
[https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/women/innerwear/heattech?path=%2C%2C1080], which
provides warmth without bulk, and AIRism
[https://www.uniqlo.com/feature/airism/au/#:~:text=its%20breathtaking%20comfort.-,What%20is%20AIRism%3F,feelings%20and%20heats%20inside%20clothes.],
designed to keep you cool and comfortable. These advancements reflect our
dedication to enhancing the everyday experiences of our customers.
Our name, UNIQLO, is a blend of 'unique' and 'clothing,' symbolizing our mission
to provide distinctive apparel that meets universal needs. We believe in the
power of simplicity and strive to create designs that are both timeless and
accessible, allowing individuals to express their personal style
[https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/special-feature/utme?srsltid=AfmBOopCYJ9dn3ltDSDR3IHejh8Py9Pmgl1aWUnMQTln9HUGVI4EPjzs]
effortlessly.
We invite you to embrace our core values of simplicity, quality, and continuous
improvement. Together, we will continue to innovate and inspire, bringing the
best of Japanese craftsmanship and philosophy to wardrobes around the world.
Welcome to the Uniqlo family, where we are united in our pursuit of making
everyday life better through exceptional clothing.
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