WHO WE ARE

BECOME A GLOBAL LEADER THROUGH REAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

01 OVERVIEW

LEADERS WHO CAN PLAY
AN ACTIVE ROLE IN THE WORLD

GU derives its name from the Japanese word for freedom and is pronounced "jee-you".
GU enables freedom of individuality and self-expression through style. With a focus on value, versatility and the latest trends,
GU helps you explore your personal style and embrace a fresh, new you - with looks you love, at prices you'll love even more.

You will start you career as "GU Management Candidate=GMC" aiming to become the manager of a store as quickly as possible, and from there expand further afield to take on the challenge of running larger stores, or working in corporate or global positions as a global leader.

GU MANAGEMENT CANDIDATE

IT ALL STARTS WITH MANAGING A STORE

A global leader needs to be able to think and execute business on their own initiative.
The greatest feature of a GMC is that immediately after joining the company, you will be assigned to the front lines of store management and will get 9--12 moth intensive training to become a store manager. (The term is depends on the regions).

  • A FULLY MERIT-BASED ORGANIZATION

    GU stores require to manage human resource, customer satisfaction, sales/finance and product management in real time. Even if your 1st year, you may be entrusted with management an organization with monthly sales of several hundred million yen and more than 100 members. By accumulating the experience essential for management, you will make the business your own and grow as a leader.

  • LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

    To lead the business you need to enlist the help others and obtain their cooperation. Along with customers and staff, you will need to engage with all stakeholders, including upper management, the head office, local communities, and partner companies, working together from different cultures and nationalities.

  • DEVELOP AN ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET

    On the front lines of business, your decision is directly come back as a result. You will need to consistently embrace challenges and resolve issues each day and run the practical business.

  • WE ARE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE
  • PASSIONATE AND SET AMBITIOUS GOALS,
  • TO ACHIEVE OUR MISSION
  • "CHANGING CLOTHES.
  • CHANGING CONVENTIONAL WISDOM.
  • CHANGE THE WORLD."

02 CAREER
OPPORTUNITIES

GU career future is that you can experience the leadership position in early stage of your career. Also after becoming a store manager, every member can design their career and take on challenges in a variety of field the management regardless of seniority or age. This diverse opportunities can grow your career more immersive and wider perspective to become a global leader.

03 INTERVIEWS

  • WATCH VIDEO

    Fujiwara
    Kohei

    GU, TAIWAN
    CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

    CAREER

    • 2012

      GMC Japan

    • 2012

      STORE MANAGER Japan

    • 2016

      AREA MANAGER Japan

    • 2017

      MERCHANDISING
      PLANNING Japan

    • 2022

      MERCHANDISING Japan

    • 2023

      COO Taiwan

  • WATCH VIDEO

    Meng Fen Wu
    (Vivian)

    GU, TAIWAN
    STORE OPERATION SUPPORT

    CAREER

    • 2015

      GMC Taiwan

    • 2017

      STORE MANAGER Taiwan

    • 2019

      AREA MANAGER Taiwan

    • 2020

      FR MANAGEMENT
      AND INNOVATION
      CENTER Taiwan

    • 2024 STORE
      OPERATION
      SUPPORT Taiwan
  • WATCH VIDEO

    Choi Chi Wei
    (Chris)

    GU, HONG KONG
    STORE MANAGER

    CAREER

    • 2018

      GMC Hong Kong

    • 2019

      STORE MANAGER Hong Kong

04 TRAINING AND
DEVELOPMENT

GU utilizes practical on-the-job training (OJT) based on a series of off-the-job training (OFFJT) programs. Challenges that emerge during OJT are taken back to the OFFJT site for review and input from current managers and specialists in various fields.

PERSONAL
CAREER GROWTH

  • Individual development planning
  • Career review with manager
  • Weekly and monthly training
    progress checks with trainer

TRAINING

  • Profit management
  • Sales cycle of products
  • People management

EXPERIENTIAL
LEARNING

  • Dedicated trainer
  • On-the-job training
  • Master tasks through daily work

BUSINESS
INSIGHT

  • 1-1 with Head of Department
  • Cross-functional meetings
  • Presentations from former GMCs

FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Even after becoming a store manager and running a store, you will continue to set and review individual goals. Regular career reviews with human resources and managers are conducted every six months to confirm and clarify your goals. In addition, twice a year GU holds the Fast Retailing Convention as a means of fostering a broader global perspective. This is an opportunity for new store managers and headquarters employees from all over the world to learn about Fast Retailing’s management philosophy and vision, as well as global best practices. As a store manager you will have opportunities to learn both as an individual and as part of a team, and continue to grow as a global leader.

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