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 Senior Inventory Controller / Demand Planner to work within our Europe Inventory Control team in our London office. You will be reporting into the Inventory Control Manager working closely with the wider Inventory Control team, Merchandising Planning, Store Operations, Logistics, In store Merchandising, IT team, and the Global Headquarters. What you will be responsible for: As a Senior Inventory Controller for UNIQLO Europe, you will be managing the in season inventory across all of our stores in Europe (UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Denmark, Italy and Poland) as well as our E-Commerce platform. You will work closely with the inventory control manager, inventory controllers, store operations teams, as well as the merchandising planning to determine, understand and execute the planned inventory strategy for your selected product areas. You will also determine and execute the inventory strategy for selected countries working closely with the COOs and retail teams to execute it correctly. What you will be responsible for: Through forecasting and analysis (utilising excel) determining the appropriate stock levels by week, month and season and ensuring settings reflect these targets, review progress, and take necessary actions to ensure KPI's are achieved Undertaking relevant analysis and use available reporting to make decisions and determine action plans for both department and country responsibilities Managing settings for the auto allocation system to ensure company plans are being achieved Ensuring stock consolidations are actioned on a weekly basis to optimise inventory across all channels Working with store operations and COOs to highlight any outstanding issues and provide solutions where necessary Liaising closely with Logistics to ensure the end-to-end stock movement is cost and time effective Assisting the evaluation, development, and training of team members Managing the team's day to day work schedule and cascade any issues to the inventory control manager. Supporting the continuous development of processes and procedures to drive efficiencies in the department. What we are looking for: At least 5 years of experience within a stock planning, inventory management or branch merchandising function Previous experience within the fashion retail industry is an advantage Detailed understanding of relevant metrics and KPI's relating to inventory management Analytical and numerate with advanced excel skills required, manual data handling and anlaysis from multiple sources Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team using own initiative Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the business. What we can offer you 26 days holiday 8 bank holidays Staff discount 30% Global profit share scheme Biannual personal performance based bonus scheme Employee assistance program Private medical care Private pension scheme Travel to work loan scheme Additional Benefits Hybrid working, 2 days from home, 3 days in the office 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 Please make sure you upload a CV in your application. UNIQLO is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all profiles, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities or background. We take data protection very seriously and understand the importance of protecting your privacy and Personal Information. For the recruitment process, you can find the applicable privacy policy on our site: https://www.fastretailing.com/eng/privacy/eurecruitment.html LI-POST LI-HYBRID