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).
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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
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WATCH VIDEO Fujiwara
KoheiGU, TAIWAN
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICERCAREER
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2012
GMC Japan
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2012
STORE MANAGER Japan
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2016
AREA MANAGER Japan
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2017
MERCHANDISING
PLANNING Japan -
2022
MERCHANDISING Japan
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2023
COO Taiwan
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2012
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WATCH VIDEO Meng Fen Wu
(Vivian)GU, TAIWAN
STORE OPERATION SUPPORTCAREER
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2015
GMC Taiwan
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2017
STORE MANAGER Taiwan
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2019
AREA MANAGER Taiwan
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2020
FR MANAGEMENT
AND INNOVATION
CENTER Taiwan -
2024
STORE
OPERATION
SUPPORT Taiwan
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2015
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WATCH VIDEO Choi Chi Wei
(Chris)GU, HONG KONG
STORE MANAGERCAREER
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2018
GMC Hong Kong
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2019
STORE MANAGER Hong Kong
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2018
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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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