ph3UNIQLO Management Candidate (UMC) Graduate Programme /h3 pLead the Future of Retail /p pAt UNIQLO, we believe clothing should be simple, high-quality, functional, and built to last, in order to make everyone’s life better. That's the heart of LifeWear. /p pThe UMC Graduate Programme is a 12-month accelerated leadership journey designed for ambitious graduates ready to shape the future of one of the world’s most dynamic global retailers. Expect a fast pace, a steep learning curve, and the chance to make a real impact in a business landscape that is always evolving, and where your contributions and ideas truly matter. /p h3What You’ll Gain /h3 pThroughout the year, you’ll be supported by team members, managers and senior leaders who’ve been where you are and are determined to fast-track your career. /p ul liMentoring and direct communications with your COO /li liTraining in store operations, finance, people management and more /li liParticipation to the UNIQLO Europe Leadership Convention in London /li liA network of diverse and supportive colleagues united by a shared purpose /li /ul h3Programme Structure /h3 h3Months 1–2 | Discover the Business Master the Foundations: /h3 pYou’ll begin by immersing yourself in the engine of UNIQLO: our stores. Your learning will happen directly on the shop floor rather than in an office setting. This is where you’ll build a deep understanding of our customers, our products, and what makes our operations world-class. /p pYou’ll learn and master:



/p ul liCustomer service /li liProduct deliveries replenishment /li liOmni-channel checkout operations /li liOnboarding and training new starters /li liProduct category management /li /ul h3Months 5-6 | Step into Leadership /h3 pAs a supervisor, you’ll begin leading teams on the shop floor, influencing performance, and owning your first commercial responsibilities. This stage develops your leadership stance, building trust, driving results, and bringing out the best in the people around you. /p pYou’ll take on: /p ul liTeam coordination daily planning /li liDeveloping the performance of your colleagues /li liOperational excellence and customer satisfaction /li liOwnership of a key subdivision, ensuring day to day performance /li /ul h3Months 7–2 | Drive the Business /h3 pIn your final rotation, on top of maintaining a strong presence on the shop floor as an assistant manager, you’ll work alongside the Store Manager to influence commercial decisions and operational strategy. /p pYou’ll be responsible for: /p ul liSales analytics KPI performance /li liInventory commercial planning /li liLayout optimization store standards /li liWorkforce planning aligned with sales forecasts /li liTeam development succession planning /li /ul h3What We Offer: /h3 ul li€36600 annual salary, guaranteed premio group profit sharing /li liCBA applied:



CCNL Terziario Distribuzione e Servizi /li liFull-time permanent contract /li li30% staff discount across all Fast-Retailing brands /li liTwo paid volunteer days per year /li liOpportunities for fast career progression at the end of the programme (eligibility for promotion every 6 months) /li liLocations: Milan and Rome /li /ul h3Minimum Requirements: /h3 ul liBachelor's or master's degree with permanent work authorization in Italy (Student visa is not accepted) /li liReady to start full-time in March or September 2027 /li liMinimum B2 level in English and Italian /li liFlexible to work weekends and varied shifts /li liOpen to relocation within Italy /li /ul h3Selection Process: /h3 ul liStep 1: Online Assessments (Including English and Italian proficiency tests) /li liStep 2: In Person Group Assessment Centre (If you apply to multiple markets, you will need to attend just one country) /li liStep 3: Online individual Interview /li liStep 4: Final Interview /li /ul h3Commitment to Inclusion and Data Protection /h3 pUNIQLO is an inclusive employer, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or other characteristics. /p pWe are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and personal information; please refer to our privacy policy for details on our recruitment process. /p h3Recruitment Security Notice /h3 pAll official UNIQLO job postings will redirect you to our official careers page on Workday for application submission. The only exception is for roles advertised in Germany via the HeyJobs platform. /p pUNIQLO takes recruitment security seriously and is committed to protecting the process from misuse. Stay alert and apply only through verified sources. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 UNIQLO Management Candidate Graduate Programme - Italy 2027 (Milano)
🏢 UNIQLO
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