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Finance Manager Americas – Media / TV industry – Miami, FL

ACCUR — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:01:32 +0000

Title: Finance Manager
Reporting to: Finance Director
Direct Reports: Indirects

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10191
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client is the Miami office dedicated to the Latin American and US Hispanic markets of a very large media/TV company.

Objective

To maintain and report the core balance sheet and profit & loss account financial data on a timely and accurate basis, control cash management and accounts payable procedures, assist in the development of processes/procedures and financial/commercial aspects of the company.
Responsibilities will encompass process development, reporting, budgeting/forecasting, maintenance of the control environment and provision of mid level business analysis and support to the senior management team.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is a high potential financial professional with background in both Accounting and Finance willing to work for a Media Giant in a very fast growing environment.

Job Description

Ensure vendor invoices are processed in a controlled and timely manner and payment is made within payment terms.
Be the key point of control for monthend financial accounting.
Ensure all intercompany invoices are completed on a timely basis each month and that intercompany reconciliations are accurate and up to date.
Prepare management reporting Headquarters
Prepare and make General Ledger entries and review results to close monthly accounts accurately and in line with the established timetable
Report and monitor performance of the company against short and long term business plans & budgets.
To prepare paperwork for investment cases as required in connection with the expansion of the business.
Track sales performance and performance against key metrics in the growth stage of the business unit.
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for Director Of Finance and Senior VP of Latam region review.
Actively manage the region’s Accounts receivable and Accounts Payable process.
Work with the Finance Director to deploy and refine processes including: (1)Deploy and manage the financial processes around client and sales creation in SAP (2)Monitor and Manage the financial processes around client and sales creation delivered business partners. (3)Manage the invoicing of Ad agency sales through SAP SD for.com and a third party invoicing agency for TV ad sales. (4)Manage and undertake reconciliation between Traffic systems, invoicing systems and ledger systems.
Miscellaneous tasks as identified, potentially including: (1) Review and Documentation of processes. (2) Ad hoc projects.

Requirements

Degree in accounting or finance preferably corporate accounting experience.
Strong financial accounting skills (3 companies to monitor) and analytical ability.
Experience of working in a commercial environment with business unit heads. TV experience a strong plus.
Strong financial accounting and analytical skills.
Fully bi-lingual (Spanish-English).
Strong GAAP required, Mx GAAP and IFRS Desirable.
Knowledge of SAP or other similar finance system, strong Excel skills essential, knowledge of Ad sales systems and processes helpful.
Ability to identify processes and propose, design, document and implement new procedures.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of accuracy and presentation in a timely manner.
Good organisational strengths, self-starting and ability to identify areas of concern, devise a method of resolution and see the resolution carried out in full
Methodical, reliable, diligent and enthusiastic team worker.
Experience of working in a commercial environment with business unit heads
Ability to think independently in a constructive and positive manner. Must be proactive.
Interpersonal (face to face, telephone, email) skills should be strong and flexible, working with different echelons of the team in the US, Mexico and Europe.
Good influencing skills and ability to be assertive.
Ability to identify changes affecting existing processes and propose, design and implement new procedures
Appreciated previous experience: ABC, BBC, CBS, ESPN, Fox, MTV, NBC, Sony, Telemundo, Televisa, Univision, Warner

Compensation

Annual base salary of $60k + bonus
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Office Manager / Administrative Assistant – Luxury Goods – Miami, Florida

ACCUR — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:39:29 +0000

Title: Administrative Assistant / Office Manager
Reporting to: Director of Sales and Marketing
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10190
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this opportunity is the Americas Travel Retail Headquarter for a well known Luxury Cosmetics and Fragrances Group.

Objective

The Office Manager will provide full admistrative support to the Travel Retail team of this Luxury Goods company.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this role is someone with a good professional maturity and a good previous administrative background. Must be bilingual English and Spanish. Must be very good with MS Office.

Job Description

Corporate meeting planning/event planning.
Liaison for all communication with top retail account contacts.
Liaison between Headquarters in Europe and corporate North American office.
Provide office coverage of telephones/routing of incoming mail, and daily office functions.
All calendar/travel scheduling for Executive
Supervise office accounts specifically for office supplies and kitchen supplies.
Maintain an ongoing report of the department’s budget expenditures
Supervise submission of T&E forms on a monthly basis
Negotiate and maintain special corporate accounts for gift purchases, florists, etc.
Special projects and miscellaneous duties as required.

Requirements

Smart and proactive. Team player. Results oriented. Flexible
Must be able to anticipate needs and requests from Executives
Detail oriented
English and Spanish needed. French and Portuguese a plus
Very good MS Excel knowledge
Able to manage confidential information

Compensation

About $35k annual base salary depending on experience

How To Apply

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Customer Service Manager – Bilingual French/English – Import/Export – Miami

ACCUR — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:58:35 +0000

Title: Customer Service Reporting to: Sales Manager
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10182
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client is import/export company doing business between France and the USA.

Objective

The Customer Service Manager will be in charge of processing orders and make sure they properly fulfilled

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is a bilingual French/English assistant, preferrably with commercial experience.

Job Description

Process orders from US clients
Follow up on operations / supply chain / deliveries
Ensure the orders are properly fulfilled
Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction

Requirements

Bilingual French/English
Very good MS Office skills
Excellent organizational skills

Compensation

Base salary between $40k and $45k depending on experience
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Cosmetics International Trainer – Luxury Fragrances – Miami, FL

ACCUR — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:25:44 +0000

Title: Cosmetics Trainer
Reporting to: Marketing Manager
Direct Reports: None

Status: ACTIVE
ID: MI10175
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this opportunity is the Latin America Regional Headquarter for a well known Luxury Cosmetics and Fragrances Group.

Objective

The Trainer will be in charge of conducting product presentations to Beauty Advisors and store staffs.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this Training position is a junior candidate with very good product knowledge (Fragrances, Skincare, Make-up), great communication and presentation skills as well as very open to travel.

Job Description

Coordinate the creation, adaptation and translation (when needed) of all training material, editorial and sales argumentation with other trainers and Account Executives.
Schedule all trainings with clients according to needs, starting from a calendar proposal for the full year.
Coordinate the training gifts to be sent at least 2 months in advance (if possible with the clients’ order)
Create/update database for all sales girls with contact information and personal with details (such as favorite products, uniform size, etc.)
Letters awarding them for their good performance, and/or motivating them to improve their sales.
Ensure that our Bas have uniforms and ALL selling tools needed to successfully meet their goals and improve our sales (blotters, testers, consumer incentives, etc.).
Organize all training seminars for the Essence Division together with the Clarins training team.
Create report after each training to direct Supervisors with all important comments, ideas, solutions and pictures.
Follow up on all visuals to be changed and/or samples to be sent or any other issues to improve sales in stores.

Requirements

College degree
1 to 2 years experience in the luxury or consumer goods industries, latin american local markets or travel retail (Perfumes, fragrances, watches, timepieces, jewelry, fashion, apparel, food & beverage, wine & spirits, consumer electronics, etc…)
Bilingual English and Spanish (French a strong plus)
proficient with PowerPoint
VERY open to Travel internationally and work extended hours
Familiar with multicultural and international environment
Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Perfect presentation and communication skills
Appreciated previous experience: Bulgari, Cartier, Christian Dior, Clarins, Clinique, Cosmetics of France, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Essence Corp, Estee Lauder, Givenchy, Guerlain, Kenzo, Kiehl’s, L’Oreal, LVMH, MAC Cosmetics, Occitane, P&G, Parbel, Procter & Gamble, Roger & Gallet, YSL Beaute
Appreciated previous titles: Trainer, Training Coordinator, Training Manager, Education Coordinator, Education Manager

Compensation

Base salary around $40k
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Director of Sales & Marketing Americas – Luxury Goods – Miami

ACCUR — Tue, 18 May 2010 18:14:00 +0000

Title: Sales & Marketing Director Americas
Reporting to: VP Americas
Direct Reports: nc

Status: ACTIVE
ID: MI10184
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client is a luxury goods brand with an office in Miami dedicated to the Latin American and Caribbean local markets as well as the Travel Retail in the Americas.

Objective

The Director of Sales and Marketing will be in charge of developing sales and building the brand on his/her territory by managing a network of distributors through the region.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is an senior Area Sales Manager with previous experience in either cosmetics, fragrances or watches and preferably a strong experience in the Latin America local markets.

Job Description

Build up a solid and profitable distribution base in the domestic and travel retail markets,
Assess the current business, develop a clear strategic plan for the business and control the good execution in all points of sales,
Negotiate with local retailers and follow-up the commercial agreements through regular visits of the retailers head office, ensure regular visits of the points of sales and prospect new ones,
Control the good execution of the marketing plan within all the point of sales: launch of novelties, promotions, animation…,
Check the conformity of the visual merchandising norms established by the brand to standards in all points of sales, obtain and maintain the best possible exposure in every point of sales in terms of: brand location, shelf space, cleanliness of display stands or other merchandising tools, adequate stock by product reference,
Ensure brand communication programme, organize local PR events,
Manage the retail sales staff: establish working schedules, recruit new employees (source, select and interview candidates), provide effective leadership and control of the performances of the team,
Organize and prepare training program with the training department in HQ, conduct local training sessions for retail sales staff and coordinate in-store promotions,
Supervise/plan shipping operations, take care of respect of deadlines for delivery and replenishment,
Reinforce customer service and control after-sales service procedures and optimise the stock level,
Provide proper and detailed reports on a regular basis to the upper management

Requirements

Bachelor Degree minimum (MBA a plus)
6 to 8 years experience in the luxury or consumer goods industries, latin american local markets or travel retail (Perfumes, fragrances, watches, timepieces, jewelry, fashion, apparel, food & beverage, wine & spirits, consumer electronics, etc…)
Bilingual English and Spanish (French and/or Portuguese a plus)
Excellent with MS Office, Excel in particular
VERY open to Travel internationally and work extended hours
Familiar with multicultural and international environment
Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Perfect presentation and communication skills
Appreciated previous experience: Audemars Piguet, BPI, Beaute Prestige International, Bulgari, Cartier, Christian Dior, Chopard, Clarins, Clinique, Cosmetics of France, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Essence Corp, Estee Lauder, Givenchy, Guerlain, Hermes, IWC, Kenzo, Kiehl’s, L’Oreal, LVMH, MAC Cosmetics, Occitane, P&G, Parbel, Procter & Gamble, Richemont, Roger & Gallet, Shiseido, Sisley, Swatch, Tairo, YSL Beaute
Appreciated previous titles: Area Director, Director of Sales, Area Sales Manager, Area Export Manager, Area Manager, Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Territory Manager

Compensation

Base + bonus + benefits to be negotiated

How To Apply

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Sales / Business Manager – Semi-selective Fragrances – Home based – Miami

ACCUR — Thu, 13 May 2010 03:44:29 +0000

Title: Sales ? Business Manager – Semi-selective Fragrances – Home based
Reporting to: Regional Director based in New York
Direct Reports: None

Status: ACTIVE
ID: MI10186
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a very fast growing fragrance and perfume company, in an active process of new acquisitions of small businesses and licenses for mass and prestige brands. The company is setting up a more financial and technology oriented w

Objective

The Business Manager, who will be home based in the Miami area, will be in charge of planning, managing, controlling and developing business in specific markets achieving financial and qualitative targets within an established network of agents and distributors within the guidelines of the group. The territories are Central America, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru Bolivia and Chile.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is an international minded, bilingual (English and Spanish) sale executive with some financial experience. The candidate should have strong capacity of analysis and structured thinking skills and be willing to travel on a regular basis. We are looking for a high potential, proactive and determined candidate who wants to get on board of an exciting new project.

Job Description

Home based in Miami, reporting to NY, act as the key contact person of the distribution partner, the central marketing and regional manager for all business issues.
Travel (60% – 70%) to ensure good execution of group strategy including POS visit.
Execute sales and qualitative objectives.
Prepare and revise budgets, sales and marketing plans in compliance with group goals.
Realize and revise sales forecasts by product, by month, by territory.
Educate the distributor to new tools being implemented.
Support the local distribution partner in planning and executing effective sales and marketing actions for each brand, with particular focus on key accounts management.
Guarantee a business control of sales and costs in order to comply with economic and cash targets/goals.
Offer a clear picture of the markets (market trends, distribution mapping, competition…) to central marketing and regional manager

Requirements

Bachelor Degree
3 to 6 years experience in the selective or consumer goods industries.
Bilingual English and Spanish (Italian a plus).
Strong financial analysis skills (Experience in finance appreciated)
Excellent at Microsoft office and in particular Excel.
Structured thinking and analysis capabilities.
Focus, determined, pro active and problem solver personality.
Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
Willingness and capability to travel internationally on regular basis and work extended hours if necessary.
Experience in dealing with Latin America a plus.
Open minded, flexible and familiar with multicultural and international environment.
Leadership skills
Appreciated previous experience: Bulgari, Cartier, Christian Dior, Clarins, Clinique, Cosmetics of France, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Essence Corp, Estee Lauder, Givenchy, Guerlain, Kenzo, Kiehl’s, L’Oreal, LVMH, MAC Cosmetics, Occitane, P&G, Parbel, Procter & Gamble, Roger & Gallet, YSL Beaute
Appreciated previous titles: Area Sales Manager, Area Export Manager, Area Manager, Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Territory Manager

Compensation

Annual base salary of $60k + 10% bonus

How To Apply

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Area Sales Manager – Luggage Category – Travel Retail Latin America – Miami

ACCUR — Thu, 13 May 2010 03:38:34 +0000

Title: Area Sales Manager Travel Retail – Accessories
Reporting to: Director of Sales
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10161
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a very fast growing and profitable distribution company with a focus on strong premium brands in Cosmetics, Accessories, Luggage, Wine & Spirits, Fashion and Beverages.

Objective

The Area Sales Manager will be in charge of developing an existing business in the premium luggage industry in the Americas Travel Retail channel and Latin American local markets.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this career opportunity is a high potentiel consumer or luxury goods professional with previous field or operations marketing experience with Latin American markets.

Job Description

Forecast sales by product and by territory
Travel and meet with the distributors
Budget and plan on a yearly basis with your clients
Negotiate prices, quantity and spaces in POS
Visit points of sales
Make sure the marketing plan and the merchandising is properly implemented
Train the sales staff
Coordinate promotional events and launches
Control inventory
Watch competition and market trends

Requirements

Bachelor Degree minimum (MBA a plus)
2 years experience in the luxury or consumer goods industries, latin american local markets or travel retail (Perfumes, fragrances, watches, timepieces, jewelry, fashion, apparel, food & beverage, wine & spirits, consumer electronics, etc…)
Bilingual English and Spanish (French and/or Portuguese a plus)
Excellent with MS Office, Excel in particular
VERY open to Travel internationally and work extended hours
Familiar with multicultural and international environment
Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Perfect presentation and communication skills
Very good skills with Excel and the rest of MS Office
Appreciated previous experience: Bulgari, Cartier, Christian Dior, Clarins, Clinique, Cosmetics of France, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Essence Corp, Estee Lauder, Givenchy, Guerlain, Kenzo, Kiehl’s, L’Oreal, LVMH, MAC Cosmetics, Occitane, P&G, Parbel, Procter & Gamble, Roger & Gallet, YSL Beaute
Appreciated previous titles: Area Sales Manager, Area Export Manager, Area Manager, Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Territory Manager
Appreciated previous experience: Bulgari, Cartier, Christian Dior, Clarins, Clinique, Cosmetics of France, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Essence Corp, Estee Lauder, Givenchy, Guerlain, Kenzo, Kiehl’s, L’Oreal, LVMH, MAC Cosmetics, Occitane, P&G, Parbel, Procter & Gamble, Roger & Gallet, YSL Beaute
Appreciated previous titles: Area Sales Manager, Area Export Manager, Area Manager, Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Territory Manager

Compensation

Annual base of $60k + 10% bonus
3 to 4 weeks vacations

How To Apply

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Wine & Spirits Division Director – Latin America – Miami, Fl

ACCUR — Thu, 13 May 2010 03:32:14 +0000

Title: Wine & Spirits Division Director
Reporting to: CEO
Direct Reports: 2-3 People

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10187
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a Wine & Spirits distributor working with some of the most prestigious liquor, champagne and wine brands in Travel Retail and Latin American local markets.

Objective

The Wine & Spirits Director will be in charge of developping an existing portfolio of strong premium wine, spirits and beverage brands in Latin America for both Travel Retail and Local markets.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is a very entrepreneur minded Area Sales Manager willing to step up to a Director level is a very fast growing and profitable business. Compensation will include an important profit sharing structure.

Job Description

Forecast sales by product and by territory
Travel and meet with the distributors
Budget and plan on a yearly basis with your clients
Negotiate prices, quantity and spaces in POS
Advise your clients on how to spend their marketing budget
Manage your P&L on your territory
Visit points of sales
Make sure the marketing plan and the merchandising is properly implemented
Train the sales staff
Coordinate promotional events and launches
Control inventory
Watch competition and market trends

Requirements

Bachelor Degree minimum (MBA a plus)
3 to 5 years experience in the luxury or consumer goods industries, latin american local markets or travel retail (Perfumes, fragrances, watches, timepieces, jewelry, fashion, apparel, food & beverage, wine & spirits, consumer electronics, etc…)
Bilingual English and Spanish (French and/or Portuguese a plus)
Excellent with MS Office, Excel in particular
VERY open to Travel internationally and work extended hours
Familiar with multicultural and international environment
Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Perfect presentation and communication skills
Very good skills with Excel and the rest of MS Office
Appreciated previous experience: Bulgari, Cartier, Christian Dior, Clarins, Clinique, Cosmetics of France, Coty, Elizabeth Arden, Essence Corp, Estee Lauder, Givenchy, Guerlain, Kenzo, Kiehl’s, L’Oreal, LVMH, MAC Cosmetics, Occitane, P&G, Parbel, Procter & Gamble, Roger & Gallet, YSL Beaute
Appreciated previous titles: Area Sales Manager, Area Export Manager, Area Manager, Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Territory Manager

Compensation

Annual base of $75k + 40% to 50% bonus
3 to 4 weeks vacations

How To Apply

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Junior Area Sales Manager – North American Travel Retail markets – Wine & Spirits

ACCUR — Thu, 13 May 2010 02:35:03 +0000

Title: Junior Area Sales Manager – Latin America
Reporting to: Wine & Spirits Division Director
Direct Reports: None

Status: ACTIVE
ID: MI10164
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a Wine & Spirits distributor working with some of the most prestigious liquor, champagne and wine brands in Travel Retail and Latin American local markets.

Objective

The Junior Area Sales Manager will be in charge of developing several liquor and wine brands with Latin American local markets. In the mean time he will also act as a Brand Manager for 1 specific brand.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is a dynamic entrepreneurial entry level well rounded sales professional with personal interest or previous experience in Wine & Spirits and willing to travel 50%+ of the time. Ideally this person will have a previous experience in working with Latin America.

Job Description

Forecast sales by brand and by territory
Travel and meet with the distributors
Budget and plan on a yearly basis with your clients
Negotiate prices, quantity and spaces in POS
Advise your clients on how to spend their marketing budget
Visit points of sales
Make sure the marketing plan and the merchandising is properly implemented
Train the sales staff
Coordinate promotional events and launches
Control inventory
Watch competition and market trends

Requirements

Bachelor Degree minimum (MBA a plus)
1 to 2 years experience in the luxury or consumer goods industries, latin american local markets or travel retail (Perfumes, fragrances, watches, timepieces, jewelry, fashion, apparel, food & beverage, wine & spirits, consumer electronics, etc…)
Bilingual English and Spanish (French and/or Portuguese a plus)
Excellent with MS Office, Excel in particular
VERY open to Travel internationally and work extended hours
Familiar with multicultural and international environment
Excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize tasks
Perfect presentation and communication skills

Compensation

Base Salary of $50k + 10% bonus
3 weeks vacations

How To Apply

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Bilingual English-Spanish Administrative and Recruitment Assistant – Executive Search Firm – Miami

ACCUR — Tue, 04 May 2010 04:10:26 +0000

Title: Administrative/Recruitment Assistant
Reporting to: CEO
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10185
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

This position is for ACCUR Recruiting Services itself.

Objective

The Administrative Assistant will be incharge of answering phone calls and emails, reviewing resumes, pre-screen candidates on the phone and scheduling appointments

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this role is an administrative assistant with preferably a previous experience in the luxury goods industry and bilingual English and Spannish (French would be a plus)\

Job Description

Answering phone calls and emails
Sorting resumes
Pre-screening candidates
Booking appointments

Requirements

Bilingual English & Spanish (French a strong plus)
Very good MS Office skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent communication skills
Previous experience in a recruitment firm or an HR position appreciated
Up-to-date US work permit

Compensation

Base salary to be nogotiated + bonus

How To Apply

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