Inventory Controller (Melbourne)

Inventory Controller (Melbourne)

Changing clothes. Changing conventional wisdom. Change the world.

UNIQLO stems from the words 'unique' and 'clothing' – simple and clever, just like our clothes. Our philosophy is based on the premise of Life Wear: apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Life Wear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people's lives.

As the leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, UNIQLO continues to open large-scale stores in some of the world's most key cities and locations, as part of its ongoing efforts to solidify its status as a global brand. Today the company has more than 2,500 stores in 26 markets around the world.

Australia stands as a key market for UNIQLO in establishing its brand in the Asia and Oceania region and remains focused on continuing its growth. UNIQLO opened the first store, in Emporium, Melbourne, in April 2014, and as of today has expanded to 40 stores across Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland, and Australian Capital Territory.

The Opportunity:

Inventory control is connected to all different departments within the company including Store Operations, Merchandising Planning, Logistics and Management, where we can involve all departments to achieve appropriate inventory according to sales power of each store and each item. Inventory controller's role is to be responsible for each product from the first planning stage until the sell out of the item, where we discover and solve issues together with stores to maximize customer satisfaction, sales and profit.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop allocation plans by division based on inventory and store needs on weekly basis

- Forecast and update plan regularly based on current sales trends on weekly basis

- Ensure a proper balance of inventory across all stores within the Australian market





- Ensure key items/core products are in stock at a colour size level and achieve weekly company KPI for out of stock %

- Maximize sales performance and ensure inventory objectives are met to improve stock turns and increased gross margin

- Work closely with cross-functional business partners (field management and merchandisers) on inventory and business opportunities

- Communicate regularly with store on specific issues and forward to merchandisers for evaluation and/or action

- Plan allocation flow to ensure newness on the sales floor on weekly and monthly basis

- Work with the warehouse to prioritize orders through receiving, production and shipping when necessary to protect sales trends and inventory levels in stores

- Analyse daily and weekly reports to maximize potential sales and balance inventories across stores

- Work with merchandisers to execute monthly layouts across different store formats

- Generate reports as requested by business partners, or senior executives

- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Experience, skills and knowledge

- 1-2 years of experience in Inventory Control/Allocations, preferably in the retail fashion sector

- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

- Knowledge of Planning and Allocation systems preferred

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Team player with a positive attitude; self-motivated and energetic

- Excellent analytical ability; quick learner; organizational skills; proactive

- Ability to adapt to a highly entrepreneurial environment and react to change quickly

- Excellent time management skills

What's in it for You?

- Opportunity to work in a leading global fashion retailer

- Generous employee discounts and benefits

- Collaborative, engaging workplace culture

To be eligible to apply, you must have full working rights in Australia.

For more information about Fast Retailing / UNIQLO, please visit our website at www.fastretailing.com/employment/en/

UNIQLO is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

📌 Inventory Controller (Melbourne)
🏢 UNIQLO
📍 Melbourne