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International Sales Manager / Director

06 Feb 2012 17:37:21

About the Job

Job Title: International Sales Manager / Director

Location: London

Sector: Luxury Goods / Luxury Fashion

The Role:

We are handling a rare and exciting opportunity for a truly global producer of design-led, Luxury products sold into the own retail and franchisor sector. Their products can be found in 6 continents and they have ambitious expansion plans over the next 5 years.

This is a new position, created to provide added focus and resource to the company’s international expansion plans. The Export Sales Director will create and implement the overall international strategy for the business and will be fully responsible for the international division and its profitability. The International Sales Director will manage a team of Export Sales Managers and will be responsible for their day-to-day development and ensuring that they hit their sales objectives.

The Company:

A profitable, stable and market-leading business, operating in the Luxury sector. Their products are sold via connected retailers across the globe into critically acclaimed retailers in the Premium and HNW arena's. A healthy percentage of the company turnover is derived from international markets and they recognise that the future growth of the business will disproportionately come from export (and subsidiary) sales.

The Package:

The business will provide a competitive basic salary and package dependent upon experience. It is expected that the package will be in the region of £60,000 - £90,000 plus generous benefits and bonus.

The Person:

The business has outlined a few criteria as pre requisites for this role. Candidates without the following cannot be considered:

International experience.

Man management experience

Strong educational background.

Minimum of 7 years work experience

Strong sales and marketing experience gained in either a luxury or retail sales environment.

Hands-on experience of developing and bringing plans to market.

Experience of working in brand / market development.

Fluency in English.

Export Sales Manager

06 Feb 2012 17:33:13

About the Job

Job Title: Export Sales Director

Location: Surrey

Sector: Luxury Good

The Role:

The Company:

A profitable, stable and market-leading business, operating in the Luxury sector. Their products are sold via connected distributors across the globe into critically acclaimed retailers in the Premium and HNW arena's. A healthy percentage of the company turnover is derived from international markets and they recognise that the future growth of the business will disproportionately come from export (and subsidiary) sales.

The Package:

The business will provide a competitive basic salary and package dependent upon experience. It is expected that the package will be in the region of £80,000 - £90,000 plus generous benefits and bonus.

The Person:

The business has outlined a few criteria as pre requisites for this role. Candidates without the following cannot be considered:

International experience.

Man management experience

Strong educational background.

Minimum of 7 years work experience

Strong sales and marketing experience gained in either a luxury or retail sales environment.

Hands-on experience of developing and bringing plans to market.

Experience of working in brand / market development.

Fluency in English.

Trade Marketing Manager

28 Sep 2011 16:40:57

Trade Marketing Manager - Up to 50k + bonus - Surrey - M3 Corridor

A well known UK Luxury goods brand requires a talented Trade Marketing Manager to offer a wide range of products across consumer and trade markets. With offices across the Globe, you will be working for the worlds leading supplier in their field.

Experience required -

Excellent product and marketing knowledge of category

Experience of market research, intelligence and analysis

Working knowledge of space planning and merchandising

Working knowledge of product ranging (depth and width)

Understanding use of marketing tools (literature, POS, promotions) to drive sales and margin

Understanding of how pricing strategies are devised and implemented

Knowledge of how to implement product and market performance processes

Key responsibilities

Production of new digital trade marketing tools with strong creativity and high level of attention to detail to drive the ultimate interactive experience for our customers

Create the Customer Journey package for Regional roll-out

2012 Basel trade show

Budget planning

Franchise store operations

Plan calendar for digital trade marketing activities

Support training team with production of relevant digital materials

Work closely with product marketing team to represent products in an accurate, interactive and consistent manner.

Ensure global sales tools are available and used in franchise stores, working with local sales managers to support and achieve consistency with our own retail network

Baselworld - Plan Baselworld calendar and produce all sales presenters and other stand collateral.

Work with architects on stand design ensuring operational perfection

for the team. Organise accommodation/catering for all attendees of the Show and any special Basel events. Arrange Pre Basel sales conference and be involved with press day organisation. Be responsible for the logistics of all products and merchandising with the VM Manager.

Manage the uniform roll-out and improvement programme

Personal skills -

Good communication and presentation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent relationship building skills

Results driven

Qualifications

Strong Digital and creative expertise with experience working with a luxury brand

Confident budget planner

Manage efficiently supplier relationships in order to optimise costs

Initiative and follow through. Strong entrepreneurial skills. Self reliant

Excellent interpersonal skills - able to quickly read a person and/or situation and adjust style and messages accordingly. Works effectively with others, building productive, collaborative relationships across projects. Able to identify and quickly resolve any potential problems, disputes or conflicts.

Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and prioritise

Strong problem solving skills and ability to manage problems on a day to day basis.

Product Manager

02 Aug 2011 08:39:52

Product Manager - Luxury Retail Sector

South East

Excellent basic salary and benefits package

In order to strengthen the current team of Product Managers this highly successful and rapidly growing global brand is now looking for a new highly motivated Product Manager to take on the responsibility of a portfolio of luxury variants.

Suitable candidates may come from Luxury Retail brands, Automotive or Technological sectors. Be able to spot trends, create excitement, understand product lifecycles and product management and influence the very success of an exceptional luxury brand on the global stage.

The Company strives to be creative and innovative - at all times and is determined to nurture and grow the combination of both creative resources and commercial flair. Long-term success is rooted in the combination of commercial creativity and technological innovation. As such it is there ambition to be thebest, to constantly improve, never be complacent and to be open to learning.

The Product and Concept Management team is characterised by passion for product excellence. They pay the closest attention to every detail and aim at utter perfection of their products. Striving not to disappoint but instead surprise and exceed customers expectations.

Product Managers are driven by a healthy dose of common sense combined with hard work, efficiency, team spirit and goal oriented motivation.

Requirements to background:

• Experienced in PM portfolio responsibility • Background from branded, high-end luxury market products • Flair and interest in design, aesthetics, materials • Understands trends and fashion • Commercially strong

Role Objective:

The PM plays a very important role both in the PM/Concepting function as well as across R&D and sales/marketing functions. As the "spider-in-the-web" the PM is driving the product & business development around the product/portfolio in question and participates in any related procedures that focus on delivering and maintain the right product offering to the luxury discerning customer. As such the PM takes a lead role in constantly developing and improving the product/portfolio business.

Personal &ProfessionalQualifications:

Visionary thinking and capable of formulating strategic business objectives for the product / portfolio in question and implement tactically and operationally

Strong understanding of luxury product and brand identity as well as an aestetical and innovative flair - understanding the necessity of attention to every detail and strive for perfection as opposition to compromise

Strong product and business leadership skills. Capable of analysing - both situation or data

Broad/overall technical understanding of mobile phones and other communication devices combined with strong commercial and brand development insight. Ability to bring both elements into both top management perspective as well as operational perspective

Goal and implementation oriented - and at the same time able to lead a business category in an abstract and complex creative environment

Good negotiation and decision making skills in highly pressurized environment

Strong entrepreneurial spirit and determination to go the extra mile at all times

Great understanding of markets, marketing, customers, distribution and products.

Understanding of the company's business key figures and financial relations

Great cross functional / organisational communication and motivation skills across both professions, cultures, nationalities and organisations

Influences others to support decisions

Independently working and capable of working with little supervision

Great formulation capacity both written and spoken

Hard working, team worker

Head of Digital - German Speaker

16 Jun 2011 09:44:46

Jackson Rose currently has an exciting opportunity for a Head of Digital Marketing to join a large and growing client of ours based in SW London

Profile of Head of Digital Marketing

At least 5 years Digital experience

Any German Language Skills a definite benefit

Key accountabilities:

Own and manage the Digital Strategy across B2B and B2C

Develop and deliver digital marketing campaigns including Display, Search, PPC etc.

Own the social media strategy, plan and execution

Manage the priorities for website development and evolution

Own the Digital strategy to support new product and proposition development

Excellent Salary for the right candidate, excellent training and development programme, laptop, BlackBerry etc.

If you fit the above criteria and are up for an exciting new challenge in a busy but relaxed environment, with a company that offer a very real and structured career path, then we need to hear from you

Sourcing Manager - Luxury Leather Goods

18 May 2011 13:10:14

p>The Role

p>Job Description :

p>Our client is a looking to recruit an experienced Sourcing Manager to develop a Luxury apparel range and manage the production of that range for supply to the UK initially ( and latterly internationally ) high street. This is a lively and dynamic organisation who are continuing to grow and are looking for someone to effectively 'hit the ground running'. Previous experience working with Luxury Goods, Luxury fabrics and Luxury Leather goods and products would be a distinct advantage

p>Sourcing Manager - The Role

p>You will be responsible for the day to day management of the critical path process. Liaising with design, technical, sales and client/buyers and merchandisers directly. We are looking for someone with a 'can do it' attitude and there will be the opportunity to travel offshore within post.

p>Sourcing Manager - The Candidate

p>The successful applicant will have a minimum of 2-3yrs experience in a similar role. You will be self motivated with a high level for attention to detail, a team player with confident communication and negotiation skills and the ability to multitask and to meet deadlines. Previous experience working within Fashion supply is essential for this role. ( preferably Luxury Fashion )

p>Applicants must hold a valid work permit and a driving licence/access to a car is essential. Ability to prioritise your own workload, using your own initative and as part of a team, and to work under pressure and to deadlines are key to this role.

p>Salary range:£50 - £58K + package

p>Keywords : Product Manager,Sourcing Manager, Licencing, Supplier liaison, Leather Goods, Key rings, Coats,Luxury goods, Luxury fabric, Luxury accesories Caps, Luxury Luggage, Bags

Managing Director

28 Sep 2011 16:33:01

Our client is a specialist retailer, founded in 2002 with an impressive record of growth year on year. They are specialists in their field and consider themselves to be at the top end of the market in terms of quality.

Due to an internal restructure an opportunity has arisen for a highly successful individual with ambition, energy, and business intelligence to join this successful company.

This is an ideal opportunity for a current Sales and Marketing Director to take the next step up to Managing Director.

Key accountabilities will be: to have responsibility for all aspects of managing the business; lead, develop and inspire the management team; liaise with senior management to understand all necessary aspects and needs of the business and to ensure they are fully informed of operational objectives, progress and achievements; lead the drive to improve productivity, turnover and profitability; achieve significant improvement in the current sales and marketing function; have the ability to introduce and develop good business systems and processes; chair company meetings including weekly sales and management meetings; set and monitor key performance indicators for each department; improve and maintain the business plan, setting out the strategy for growth and improved profitability and maintain awareness and knowledge of current developments in the industry.

You will be able to demonstrate a good understanding of business and have a successful sales and marketing background plus have the ability to grow a business. You will have experience within the interior design, fashion, retail or related industry, knowledge of the use of technology and software within a business, and the ability to oversee and manage the marketing function, especially web based. This is a hands-on role and as such you must be prepared to get involved in the daily operations.

Please contact Paul Edwards paul_edwards@jacksonrose.co.uk ref JRPEMD11

Product Manager - Luxury Fashion

11 Nov 2010 14:49:41

Product Manager - The Role

Job Description :

Our client is a looking to recruit an experienced Product Manager / production merchandiser to develop an apparel range and manage the production of that range for supply to the UK initially ( and latterly internationally ) high street. This is a lively and dynamic organisation who are continuing to grow and are looking for someone to effectively 'hit the ground running'. Previous experience working with licensed products would be an advantage but not-essential.

Product Manager - The Role

You will be responsible for the day to day management of the critical path process. Liaising with design, technical, sales and client/buyers and merchandisers directly. We are looking for someone with a 'can do it' attitude and there will be the opportunity to travel offshore within post.

Product Manager - The Candidate

The successful applicant will have a minimum of 2-3yrs experience in a similar role. You will be self motivated with a high level for attention to detail, a team player with confident communication and negotiation skills and the ability to multitask and to meet deadlines. Previous experience working within Fashion supply is essential for this role. ( preferably Luxury Fashion )

Applicants must hold a valid work permit and a driving licence/access to a car is essential. Ability to prioritise your own workload, using your own initative and as part of a team, and to work under pressure and to deadlines are key to this role.

Salary range:£38 - 45K + package

Keywords : Product Manager, Licencing, Supplier liaison, Leather Goods, Keyrings, Coats, Caps, Luxury Luggage, Bags

Business Development Manager

30 Mar 2011 09:36:15

We currently have an exciting new job opportunity as a senior business development manager for our client specialising in HNWI’s introductions.

The ideal candidate will need to be well connected within the high-end luxury market, personable, charming and very driven.

If you think you have what it takes then we need to hear from you. Please email CV’s to charlie_jackson@jacksonrose.co.uk or marianne_newbery@jacksonrose.co.uk

For a full briefing get in touch with Charlie Jackson or Marianne Newbery on 0207 467 7337.

Sales Associate

07 Jan 2011 15:10:12

Luxury Retail Sales Assistant (Fine Jewellers) London

Our client is one of the country`s most exclusive luxury retail jewellers, with a new store opening in central London. They boast an exclusive collection of fine jewellery. And with over 20 years of outstanding tradition, their knowledge is as impressive as their exceptional customer service.

Role:

As a Sales Assistant you will:

a) Deliver true 1-2-1 customer service to their clients, showcasing your excellent technical knowledge and developing relationships with your discerning clients.

b) Achieve and surpass your personal sales targets

c) Ensure that our store and products are presented to the highest standards

Knowledge/Experience;

a) Previous retail or customer service experience where you have delivered superior 1-2-1 customer experiences

b) Able to demonstrate success in a selling environment, ideally with premium products

c) You will have great communication skills and a passion for our clients products.

d) Previous experience of Jewellery and or watches essential but full product training will also be given

You may have experience of the following: Jewellery or Watches Sales, Diamond Sales, Diamonds Sales, Jewellers, Jewellery Sales, Retail Sales Assistant, Retail Supervisor, Retail Team Leader, etc.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, and we confirm that we will gladly accept applications from persons of any age for this role.

Sales Director - Luxury Travel

07 Jan 2011 15:10:49

ROLE SUMMARY:

Increase revenue through acquisition, maintenance and development of Travel Industry relationships

PRINCIPLE DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND EXPECTATIONS:

Acquisition: Identify, qualify and acquire new customers.

Customer Maintenance: Develop and Maintain relationships with Travel Industry Partners, including key decision makers, TMC corporate clients and all travel bookers.

Territory Management: Implement sales plan and strategies for each travel industry partner. Maintain and service existing relationships by communicating and conducting regular visits to partners, their travel agencies and the appropriate corporate staff.

Respond to customer inquiries and ensure resolution of problems in a timely and efficient manor. Maintain and strengthen existing account relationships.

Sales Development: Develop a sales strategy that ensures you identify potential new partners from all areas of the travel industry.

Communication: Maintain knowledge of competitor’s activities and client base, customer concerns, market trends, etc. and provide manager ongoing information for forecasting market sales. Compile and analyse competitive information and prepare summary reports with recommended action plans as appropriate. Provide feedback, suggestions and critique of sales plans and marketing programs.

Organisational Role: Communicate regularly with the VP International Sales, VP General Manager, other Senior Management and Sales Directors, regarding marketing trends, customer concerns, effectiveness of sales strategies, etc. recommend creative approaches to meet goals established for assigned market segment.

Administration: Complete all necessary paperwork: pipeline report, sales database updates, monthly reports, competitive information reports, contracts, business correspondence, itineraries, customer complaints, call reports, expense reports, as required.

Relationships: Maintain relationships with trade and industry organizations as required eg: ACTE, MPI and NBTA

Other Duties: Perform other duties and special projects as required and approved by the General Manager

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Degree Level or Equivalent Work Experience

Languages: English, French and German

Experience: Three years successful sales experience selling corporate travel products to the travel industry.

Skills: Excellent computer skills-Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Attributes and Characteristics:

Has a desire to both sell and manage client relationships, previous experience of working in the French, German and Swiss markets is desirable

An excellent communicator, comfortable making presentations to large groups and able to work at all levels from call centre / travel agency to board level at major PLC’s.

Has a thorough knowledge of the travel industry, can demonstrate a thorough understanding of the structure of the travel industry including TMC’s, Consortia, DMC’s and a working knowledge of the hotel and airline industries.

Can demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the TMC/ Corporate / Supplier relationship.

Through previous experience has access to contacts within the travel industry.

Must be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently to manage one's territory.

Cares passionatly about customer service and able to act as a client advocate.

A team player that leverages other departments to find resolution for the good of the customer.

Flexibility to travel regularly.

PRIMARY CONTACTS:

Internal: Corporate Sales/Marketing, Reservations, General Managers, Senior Management.

External:Clients

Jackson Rose Recruitment Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Business Development Manager

14 Dec 2011 12:02:31

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Business Development Manager. This role will have accountability for the current UK distribution with possibility of managing other markets in the near future. This role requires a commercial eye and good business acumen, the ability to devise and deliver the business strategy is essential and a proven track record in brand development is also key. The ability to influence at all levels is essential as is the drive to succeed in this impressive business. A background in the luxury sector is essential as is a Brand background, managing wholesale through concessions and identifying new business partners is also key to this role.

Product Development Manager

11 Nov 2010 15:04:40

We are currently recruiting an experienced Product Development Manager for our high profile luxury fashion Brand. This exceptional retailer requires a creative and focused individual with a background in luxury fashion. You will have proven experience on sample development, range creation, price negotiation, fabric sourcing and all elements of the development process. Experience of dealing with Italian, Chinese, international suppliers would be an advantage.

International Fashion Buyer

17 Apr 2011 17:12:52

This is a really exciting and unique opportunity to work for a very successful client of ours as an international fashion buyer based in London. Our client are a well established business who has franchised some of the most successful high street fashion brands and continue to grow year in year out.

Based in the UK you will operate from the brands head office and provide a key link between the brand and the franchisee. Our client is looking for someone who has already worked in a buying role with a high street fashion brand in the Middle East and therefore has a really good understanding of the market and a franchise operation. You will currently be at Assistant Buyer level. We are seeking a strong communicator and negotiator who can influence at a senior level.

This is a very autonomous role and will require a savvy individual who will achieve the franchisee’s strategic and financial objects by delivering a successful buy for the brand through precise evaluation of the market and influencing the product selection.Although based in London the role will require travel to head office in the Middle East throughout the year.

Experience :

Relevant experience of working within tight and challenging deadlines.

Extensive experience of using SAP/R3

Interpretation of material requirements and assessment of operational risk in a dynamic environment.

Communicating with suppliers at a senior level.

Supplier management and appraisal.

Risk assessment and contingency planning

Proficient in the use of Microsoft office (In particular Excel)

Familiar with Supply Chain and Materials management Processes.

Skills

SAP R3 ( Mandatory )

Communication skills

Ability to organise and prioritize tasks

Qualifications

Member of CIPS

Apply now for this great opportunity, please send your CV and covering letter including your salary expectations

Sales Executive - Luxury Goods

07 Jan 2011 15:11:53

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Business Development Executive to join one of the most prestige watch makers in the world.

This is a new role in a growing company for someone with a strong background selling high end Luxury goods / prestige products.

We havce x2 roles and the ideal person will speak Spanish and English for the first role and German and English for the 2nd role.

Salary: Up to £50,000k for the right candidate, outstanding uncapped commission scheme ( realistic OTE in excess if £ 65K PA ), excellent training and development programme, competitive car allowance, laptop, BlackBerry etc.

Location - London / SE.

Luxury Goods Recruitment

16 Jan 2012 12:03:27

>Jackson Rose is recruiting a Marketing Manager, with luxury goods experience, for their International client’s Richmond office, offering a salary of between £35k-£40k + 15% Bonus + £10k car allowance (depends on experience). This role holds responsibility for the execution of all Marketing related activities in Europe (up to 30 countries), under the direction of the Brand Manager.

You will be responsible for: * developing marketing across Europe * support and implementation of Marketing initiatives * building internal/external relationships with US-based Brand and International team and distributors * management of marketing in each territory * availability of necessary ‘go to market ‘tools * critical path management of marketing implementation * research * identifying growth areas * execution of marketing plans, key launches, execution of strategies, other retail related Marketing Projects * collating, reporting, presenting, evaluating * managing marketing budgets * retail * PR management and execution * excellent and effective communication * supporting the overall business direction and strategy.

To apply for this role, it is essential that you have: * a marketing related degree * 3 years’ experience in luxury fashion or footwear * European Experience * experience of working within a distributor business model * an ability to speak a European language * a demonstrable proven track record in marketing * exceptional organisational skills * strong computer literacy skills (Microsoft packages: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) * drive * ambition * flexible work ethic * developed multi-tasking ability * a strategic approach * excellent team-working and interpersonal skills * faultless time management and organisation skills * superior attention to detail * professional attitude * initiative * relentless desire and ability to succeed in the role * commitment to the role and organization.

Located in West London with a salary circ. £35k-£40k + 15% Bonus + £10k car allowance (depends on experience). Note: You will be expected to travel extensively as part of this role.

If you are interested, then please get in touch by reply with an updated CV. Alternatively, if you know anyone else who may be interested, then please forward these details onto them and ask them to get in touch with us.

Executive Assistant - Luxury Goods Retailer

06 Feb 2012 17:42:14

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant to the MD of a high end Luxury goods retailer ( Jewellers ) based in the Paddington area of London.

The executive assitant will have at least 3 years experience working in a Finance or Financial assistant role within or around the Luxury goods sector be numerate and have advanced Excel skills. This is a diverse and interesting role and you'll need to have a versatile and flexible approach to work. You will be numerate, literate in handling excel spreadsheets but with curiosity outside finance

You might be updating the budget documents one minute and the next be assisting the MD in managing specialised lawyers with the audit of their Intellectual Property situation. Any Accounting or Audit qualifications or experience would be helpful for this role but most of all an eye for detail and a desire to get stuck in is essential.

This is a small but growing company based in London but with strong links to France and the US so some travel will be unavoidable.

In return for your skills you will be joining a growing team of professionals who are genuinely passionate about the company and the team they work for, a Salary of up to £ 40K PA + package

Interested ??... then we need to hear from you.

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Director of Sales and Marketing - Luxury Hotels Group

30 Mar 2011 09:37:53

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Sales and Marketing Director for a large Luxury Hotel Group to be based in Central London

If you have 2 / 3 years experience working in Sales for a luxury Hotel group or luxury hospitality environment and are looking for your next career move then we need to hear from you.

Marketing Executive - Luxury Hotels Group

30 Mar 2011 09:38:16

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Marketing Executive to join one UK's most exclusive Hotel Groups based in the Hammersmith area.

This is a new role in a growing marketing department and is ideal for an enthusiastic person, with good initiative. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with both administrative tasks, as well as talking to clients on the phone, updating company websites, developing and producing sales collateral and liaising with the Hotels in the group as well as agencies and external suppliers.

You will have at least 2 years experience within a marketing role ( hospitality industry would be useful also ), E-marketing experience a plus and a good understanding of the principles of marketing, databses, CRM / CMS systems and technical print and design terms. You will also be adpet with MS - Office and particularly Powerpoint and MS Project