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Creative
Women's / Men's grader (formulation of company-wide guidelines and strengthening of partnerships with supplier factories)
Entry| Brand |  GU |
|---|---|
| Location |
Tokyo Ariake Office (UNIQLO CITY TOKYO) Location may be changed to a location determined by the company, including overseas. |
| Update | Apr, 4 2025 |
Job Description
Recruitment Background
GU, the second brand of the Fast Retailing Group, operates its business with the goal of empowering all people through the power of fashion. By providing global must-haves with Japanese quality at low prices, g.u. is gaining acceptance as a brand that is loved around the world.
This position is for a grader candidate who will formulate guidelines for grading operations in all divisions for women's and men's wear, and further strengthen relationships with client factories. We are looking for a grader candidate to establish guidelines for grading operations in all womenswear and menswear departments and to further strengthen relationships with client factories.
Organization Overview
The R&D Department, to which you will be assigned, consists of designers and pattern makers from all departments, including men's, women's, kids', and merchandise, who are passionate about bringing the joy of fashion to everyone.
We research market trends and focus on new materials, designs, and manufacturing processes to create products that exceed our customers' expectations. Under the brand message "YOUR FREEDOM," we will enhance GU's brand value and achieve growth into a truly global brand through the development of products that are "fashionable + practical + affordable" that meet the needs of our customers.
Job Description
With grading-related operations at the core, this position will not only improve quality, but also strengthen partnerships with client factories, formulate cross-departmental rules, and make plans and proposals.
(1)Formulation of grading rules as the basis for the entire company
(2)Size grading operations for women's/men's items
(3)Deepening relationships with client factories, including requesting work from them and providing feedback on finished products
(4)Gathering information on overseas markets and making proposals on next-generation product development
Job Descriptions are subject to change within the scope of work related to each department of the headquarters due to departmental transfers and organizational changes.
Attractiveness and career path
You will have an environment where your designs and fashions can be enjoyed by people not only in Japan but also around the world. There is a possibility of overseas business trip.
The environment is close to other departments such as the MD, Marketing, and Production Departments, making it easy to exchange opinions and communicate. The ability to grow and develop yourself through teamwork and achieving big goals is also an attractive feature of this position.
Depending on your ability, aptitude, and motivation, you may be asked to take on management responsibilities as a leader in the future.
GU, the second brand of the Fast Retailing Group, operates its business with the goal of empowering all people through the power of fashion. By providing global must-haves with Japanese quality at low prices, g.u. is gaining acceptance as a brand that is loved around the world.
This position is for a grader candidate who will formulate guidelines for grading operations in all divisions for women's and men's wear, and further strengthen relationships with client factories. We are looking for a grader candidate to establish guidelines for grading operations in all womenswear and menswear departments and to further strengthen relationships with client factories.
Organization Overview
The R&D Department, to which you will be assigned, consists of designers and pattern makers from all departments, including men's, women's, kids', and merchandise, who are passionate about bringing the joy of fashion to everyone.
We research market trends and focus on new materials, designs, and manufacturing processes to create products that exceed our customers' expectations. Under the brand message "YOUR FREEDOM," we will enhance GU's brand value and achieve growth into a truly global brand through the development of products that are "fashionable + practical + affordable" that meet the needs of our customers.
Job Description
With grading-related operations at the core, this position will not only improve quality, but also strengthen partnerships with client factories, formulate cross-departmental rules, and make plans and proposals.
(1)Formulation of grading rules as the basis for the entire company
(2)Size grading operations for women's/men's items
(3)Deepening relationships with client factories, including requesting work from them and providing feedback on finished products
(4)Gathering information on overseas markets and making proposals on next-generation product development
Job Descriptions are subject to change within the scope of work related to each department of the headquarters due to departmental transfers and organizational changes.
Attractiveness and career path
You will have an environment where your designs and fashions can be enjoyed by people not only in Japan but also around the world. There is a possibility of overseas business trip.
The environment is close to other departments such as the MD, Marketing, and Production Departments, making it easy to exchange opinions and communicate. The ability to grow and develop yourself through teamwork and achieving big goals is also an attractive feature of this position.
Depending on your ability, aptitude, and motivation, you may be asked to take on management responsibilities as a leader in the future.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge/Abilities/Experience
Experience in grading women's/men's apparel (5+ years)
Experience with CAD for apparel
The kind of person we are looking for
A person who can work as a team in order to make GU a brand loved all over the world.
The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to grow and an interest in grading work, and will be able to build a career as a specialist who is active in the global marketplace.
Preferred Knowledge/Abilities/Experience
Experience in developing grading rules by yourself
Experience as a patterner as well as a grader
Experience as a pattern maker as well as a grader.
We may ask you to submit your past design drawings and works during the selection process.
Experience in grading women's/men's apparel (5+ years)
Experience with CAD for apparel
The kind of person we are looking for
A person who can work as a team in order to make GU a brand loved all over the world.
The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to grow and an interest in grading work, and will be able to build a career as a specialist who is active in the global marketplace.
Preferred Knowledge/Abilities/Experience
Experience in developing grading rules by yourself
Experience as a patterner as well as a grader
Experience as a pattern maker as well as a grader.
We may ask you to submit your past design drawings and works during the selection process.
Work Condition
Company Name
GU Corporation
Employment Type
Temporary employee (with a probationary period of 3 months)
(After the second year, if performance and evaluations meet the criteria for appointment as a regular employee, the employee will be appointed as a regular employee.)
The employment contract may be renewed in consideration of the company's business needs and the individual's performance (no automatic renewal).
There is no upper limit to the number of contract renewals (total period or number of renewals).
■Annual salary
Annual salary range: 4.11-7.84 million yen (monthly salary: 270,000-490,000 yen)
Commuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc. (*All in accordance with our company's regulations)
Bonuses: Semiannual bonus twice a year, year-end bonus (whether or not to be paid and the amount will be decided according to the company's performance and personnel evaluation)
Promotion: Twice a year (determined according to personnel evaluation)
Not limited to the above, but will be determined in accordance with our company's regulations based on annual salary and experience in previous jobs.
Working hours
Either general working hours or flextime system
(To be determined based on the nature of the work, expected role, and department to which the employee will be assigned, to be announced at the informal interview)
General working hours
8 hours between 7:00-18:00 with 1 hour break
Flextime system
Standard working hours per day ... 8 hours, break ... 1 hour
Core time ... 9:00-14:00
Flexible hours ... 6:00-9:00 and 14:00-20:00 with overtime
Vacations and Vacations
2 days off per week (Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays correspond to working days) Annual paid vacations, special congratulatory or condolence leave, childcare/nursing care leave system, etc.
In addition to paid vacations, special leave is granted in the first and second terms (the number of days granted varies depending on the employment status and the company to which you belong).
Insurance
Social insurance (health insurance, employee pension, unemployment insurance, workers' accident compensation insurance, and nursing care insurance)
Benefits
Employee stock ownership system, Mutual aid association system, Affiliated welfare programs, Employee discount system, Cafeteria, Exclusive shuttle bus (for commuting to the Ariake office)
Others
We are actively recruiting mid-career workers for our group companies (Fast Retailing, UNIQLO, GU, etc.). We hope you will also check the following and consider applying.
-You may apply to multiple companies within the Fast Retailing Group at the same time. However, please note that even if you are selected for multiple companies, you will only be able to advance to the final selection process for one position at a time.
-We will consider your resume and the results of the interview, and may offer you a position in another Fast Retailing Group company or company.
Smoking is not permitted on the premises or indoors, and there are no smoking rooms or other smoking areas.
GU Corporation
Employment Type
Temporary employee (with a probationary period of 3 months)
(After the second year, if performance and evaluations meet the criteria for appointment as a regular employee, the employee will be appointed as a regular employee.)
The employment contract may be renewed in consideration of the company's business needs and the individual's performance (no automatic renewal).
There is no upper limit to the number of contract renewals (total period or number of renewals).
■Annual salary
Annual salary range: 4.11-7.84 million yen (monthly salary: 270,000-490,000 yen)
Commuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc. (*All in accordance with our company's regulations)
Bonuses: Semiannual bonus twice a year, year-end bonus (whether or not to be paid and the amount will be decided according to the company's performance and personnel evaluation)
Promotion: Twice a year (determined according to personnel evaluation)
Not limited to the above, but will be determined in accordance with our company's regulations based on annual salary and experience in previous jobs.
Working hours
Either general working hours or flextime system
(To be determined based on the nature of the work, expected role, and department to which the employee will be assigned, to be announced at the informal interview)
General working hours
8 hours between 7:00-18:00 with 1 hour break
Flextime system
Standard working hours per day ... 8 hours, break ... 1 hour
Core time ... 9:00-14:00
Flexible hours ... 6:00-9:00 and 14:00-20:00 with overtime
Vacations and Vacations
2 days off per week (Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays correspond to working days) Annual paid vacations, special congratulatory or condolence leave, childcare/nursing care leave system, etc.
In addition to paid vacations, special leave is granted in the first and second terms (the number of days granted varies depending on the employment status and the company to which you belong).
Insurance
Social insurance (health insurance, employee pension, unemployment insurance, workers' accident compensation insurance, and nursing care insurance)
Benefits
Employee stock ownership system, Mutual aid association system, Affiliated welfare programs, Employee discount system, Cafeteria, Exclusive shuttle bus (for commuting to the Ariake office)
Others
We are actively recruiting mid-career workers for our group companies (Fast Retailing, UNIQLO, GU, etc.). We hope you will also check the following and consider applying.
-You may apply to multiple companies within the Fast Retailing Group at the same time. However, please note that even if you are selected for multiple companies, you will only be able to advance to the final selection process for one position at a time.
-We will consider your resume and the results of the interview, and may offer you a position in another Fast Retailing Group company or company.
Smoking is not permitted on the premises or indoors, and there are no smoking rooms or other smoking areas.
Location
Tokyo Ariake Office (UNIQLO CITY TOKYO)
Location may be changed to other locations as determined by the company, including overseas.
Location may be changed to other locations as determined by the company, including overseas.
