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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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Marketing Director – Luxury Goods Distribution & Retail – Panama

ACCUR — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:20:34 +0000

Title: Director of Marketing
Reporting to: CEO
Direct Reports: Marketing Managers and Coutry Managers

Status: ACTIVE
ID: MI10181
Location: Panama City, Panama

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Our Client

Our client is a luxury brand distribution company for Latin American Markets and Travel Retail.
Some of their clients: Azzaro, Bulgari, Carolina Herrera, Cartier, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Escada, Gucci, Hermes, Hugo Boss, Kenzo, Lalique, Lancome, L’Occit

Objective

The Marketing Director is directly responsible for overall group’s marketing and strategic planning programs, and corporate communications. He or she must facilitate business development through marketing initiatives and client programs. He or she is responsible, with the country manager, for general performance of subsidiaries

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this role is an high potential, ambitious and entrepreneurial Marketing Manager with previous exprerience of distribution and/or retail of luxury brands in Latin America and/or Travel Retail. A previous experience in both large and small companies would be very appreciated.

Job Description

Design, implement, and facilitate annual marketing plan for the company. Support and facilitate development and implementation of section business/marketing plans.
Work with Retail Director and store managers to develop marketing concept and strategy for each business.
Organize and implement client relations including:client management strategy, client programs, client satisfaction surveys, client development activities, client skills training, special events,
Participate in negotiations with supplier to agree up marketing budget and A&P’s investments and strategies.
Work with President and other directors to identify and develop new business opportunities.
Oversee corporate communications activities through Marketing Coordinator including:external communications and systems, internal communications and systems, public relations efforts , external vendors and consultants,
Oversee company electronic marketing efforts including supervision of Web site design and maintenance.
Supervise Marketing Manager, Brand Manager and Country Managers.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Master’s preferred)
At least 5 years in marketing manager role within commercial business, preferable with retail experience
Strong leadership and consensus building skills
Marketing management and strategic planning experience
A proven track record in developing and administering a marketing program
Must be a self-starter, highly organized, and able to work well with people from different cultures at all levels in the organization
Polished presentation and interpersonal skills
Must possess top level business management, interpersonal, and facilitation skills
Needs good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications
Fully bilingual English and Spanish
Previous experience appreciated: Aldeasa, Azzaro, Bulgari, Carolina Herrera, Cartier, Chanel, DFASS, DFS, Dolce & Gabbana, Dufry, DFA, Duty Free Americas, Escada, Gucci, Hermes, Hugo Boss, Kenzo L, Lalique, Lancome, L’Occitane, L’Oreal, Mont Blanc, Motta, Perry Ellis, Valentino, Grupo Wisa, Wacked
Previous title appreciated: Marketing Director, Director of Marketing, Marketing Manager, Brand Manager

Compensation

Annual base salary of $75k to $95k depending on experience
20% to 50% yearly bonus to be negotiated
Full Benefits Package

How To Apply

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Finance Director – Luxury Goods Distribution & Retail – Panama

ACCUR — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:20:17 +0000

Title: Director of Finance & Administration
Reporting to: CEO
Direct Reports: Staff of 4 people

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10180
Location: Panama City, Panama

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Our Client

Objective

The Director of Finance & Administration will implement the infrastructure and systems needed to support strategic objectives. He or she will be responsible for the oversight of administrative and financial systems, including finance, accounting, information technology, and logistics.
As a member of the senior management team, the Director of Finance and Administration will be involved in a range of strategic planning and internal initiatives. This executive will have direct management responsibility for a staff of 4, which includes: Accounting Manager, Logistic Manager, IT Manager and Treasure.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this Finance Director position is a high potential, ambitious and entrepreneurial Finance Manager who wants to be part of a fast growing company were he/she can really have an input on the business. A previous experience in both large and small companies would be very appreciated.

Job Description

The Director of Finance and Administration will have overall financial management responsibility, including the review and approval of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting materials and metrics for the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
S/he will oversee budget execution, financial forecasting, cash flow, and accounts payable and receivable.
The executive will serve as a partner to the Executive Director on the organization’s administrative and operational processes, with a goal of continuously developing and improving systems.
He or she will work with Executive Director and other directors in the identification and development of new business.
S/he must evaluate and improve, with the help of IT Manager and team, information technology infrastructure, implementing new technologies to support key capabilities as required for future growth.
He or she, with the support of Logistic Manager and his team, will be responsible for supply chain processes and customer satisfaction. They will work to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in all storage and distribution processes.
He or she will work closely with treasure and his team to ensure proper payable and receivable execution.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Master’s preferred)
8 to 10 years previous experience in Finance preferably within a commercial or retail business
Strong leadership, analytical and commercial skills, perfect attention to details
Must be a self-starter, proactive team player and highly organized
Good at building relationships across all levels of personnel
Polished presentation and interpersonal skills
Powerful and articulate communicator, in terms of written and oral communications
Track record of achieving excellent results in credit negotiations and business development
Needs good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications
Fully bilingual English and Spanish
Previous experience appreciated: Aldeasa, Azzaro, Bulgari, Carolina Herrera, Cartier, Chanel, DFASS, DFS, Dolce & Gabbana, Dufry, DFA, Duty Free Americas, Escada, Gucci, Hermes, Hugo Boss, Kenzo L, Lalique, Lancome, L’Occitane, L’Oreal, Mont Blanc, Motta, Perry Ellis, Valentino, Grupo Wisa, Wacked
Previous title appreciated: Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Financial Analyst

Compensation

Annual base salary of $75k to $95k depending on experience
20% to 50% yearly bonus to be negotiated
Full Benefits Package

How To Apply

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Store Manager – Luxury Goods (Fashion, Jewelry, Watches) – Bal Harbour, FL

ACCUR — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:00:40 +0000

Title: Sales Assistant
Reporting to: Area Sales Manager
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10152
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is the Americas Travel Retail and Latin America local markets office of a very well know luxury goods group

Objective

The Sales Assistant will be in charge of providing an administrative support to the Area Sales Managers travelling throughout Latin America and the Caribbean

Ideal Profile

Ideal profile is an experienced administrative professional with a previous background in wholesale of luxury goods (Fragrances, Cosmetics, Skincare, Watches, Jewelry, Fashion)

Job Description

Work directly with sales team to coordinate product lists and provide customer service to retail and wholesale accounts
Analyze customer orders versus forecasts
Coordinate closely with Customer Service regarding orders (pricing, quantities, shipping…)
Process and follwo thru on customer orders
Design and implement new Excel reporting tools as required by the job
Develop and organize retail presentations on PowerPoint
Perform administrative duties such as answering the phone and preparing expense reports

Requirements

3 years previous experience in a sales support role
experience in consumer goods or luxury goods company preferred (Fragrances, perfumes, fashion, apparel, Watches, writing instruments…)
Very good presentation and communication skills
Very detail oriented and organized
Very good analytical skills
Very proficient in MS Office (in particular MS Excel and PowerPoint)
Up-to-date US work authorization (H1B, Green Card or citizenship)
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: Sales Assistant, Sales Coordinator, Commercial Coordinator, Sales and Marketing Assistant, Export Assistant

Compensation

$40k to $45k depending on experience
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Regional Visual Merchandising Manager – Luxury Goods & Fashion – Miami, FL

ACCUR — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:09:54 +0000

Title: Regional Visual Merchandising Manager
Reporting to: Director of Stores
Direct Reports: In-store Visual Merchandisers

Status: CLOSED
ID: M09145
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a very well known luxury fashion brand with worldwide recognition and a very large network of stores throughout the world.

Objective

Maintain and coordinate the visual merchandising function for the assigned stores.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is an experienced retail professional with strong background in visual merchandising for luxury brands and specialty stores.

Job Description

Work with Corporate Visual team to gather artistic direction and order information and effectively communicate it to the stores.
Place and track orders for all stores.
Coordinate and supervise window installations and displays and all in-store merchandising.
Visit stores regularly to ensure that visual direction is being followed.
Help train Store Managers in visual display.
Provide regular reports to Regional Director of Stores and Director of Visual Merchandising regarding status of visual direction in the region, areas for improvement, recommendations, etc.
Maintain and meet budgets for all in-store visual displays and installations (freelancers, flowers, props, etc.).
Assist Regional Director of Stores, Corporate Visual Merchandising Department, other corporate departments and Store Managers with visual aspects of new store openings and all aspects (both visual and otherwise) of special events and other store initiatives.
Report to Regional Director of Stores and the Director of Visual Merchandising with follow-up memos/photos of store windows and interior visual direction for events.
Work with individual stores to develop initiatives to retain VICs as well as develop new customers, utilizing the entire product assortment.

Requirements

3 – 5 years Visual Merchandising experience in a retail specialty or luxury environment.
Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent.
Experience with Ready-to-Wear and Accessories.
Experience with window installations.
Outstanding interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
Deadline and detail-oriented.
Team player.
Store Planning background and budget management experience a plus.

Compensation

$60k to $75k in annual base salary depending on experience
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Marketing Manager – Luxury Goods: Watches, Jewelry, Fragrances – Miami, Florida

ACCUR — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:08:52 +0000

Title: Marketing Manager
Reporting to: Head of Latin America and Travel Retail
Direct Reports: 3 Marketing Coordinators

Status: CLOSED
ID: M09143
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is the Americas Travel Retail and Latin America local markets office of a very large international group in luxury goods (Watches, Jewelry, Fragrances, Accessories).

Objective

Supervise all Marketing activities for the office dedidated to both the Latin American Local Markets and the Americas Travel Retail.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is a very experienced marketing manager in the luxury goods industry with previous experience in both latin america and travel retail (available to travel 25%)

Job Description

Develop and implement a pan regional media strategy
Negotiate advertising rates and premium positioning in key selected titles
Negotiate value-added marketing initiatives within each publication
Conduct competitive advertising analysis
Work closely with Perfume Brand Managers to provide marketing guidance on their respective markets in Latin America
Manage area’s Marketing Budget
Oversee proper distribution of support materials (catalogs, Brochures) working with local fulfillment house and Italy headquarters
Develop promotional fixtures for new product launches in perfume working with local suppliers
Implement and maintain merchandising guidelines in retail and wholesale channels (product launches, theme windows, etc)—monitoring our presentation through monthly photos and feedback
Maintain the inventory of merchandising props
Create and implement trade shows and other planned events, as needed
Manage all Interior Design projects (Perfues, Watches, Jewelry and Accessories) working closely with HQ and local suppliers
Provide HQ with accurate product forecasts in Perfume
Provide HQ with Monthly Reports for the region

Requirements

7+ years of marketing experience in the luxury industry
Knowledge of Latin American and Caribbean market is preferred
MBA preferred
Must have experience in media buying
Strong presentation//PowerPoint required
Must have experience in managing marketing budgets
Must have experience managing others
Strong Spanish skills required (Portuguese a plus)
Ability to travel 25%

Compensation

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Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Store Director – Fashion / Luxury Goods / High End Retail – Bal Harbour, FL

ACCUR — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:08:45 +0000

Title: Store Manager
Reporting to: nc
Direct Reports: About 30 Sales Associates & Managers

Status: CLOSED
ID: DSMBH09
Location: Bal Harbour, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a very well known fashion and luxury goods brand having a store in the Bal Harbour Shops

Objective

The store manager will be in charge of making sure sales and operational goals are met, manage and develop the sales team, participate in organizing exclusive events…

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is an experienced Luxury Goods Store Manager used to large volumes ($8 millions in sales and up). The right candidate will also hold a bachelor degree as well as have the ability and the ambition to grow within this large global organization.

Job Description

Plan and drive store sales to achieve store goals
Recruit and select qualified candidates to maintain staffing and productivity requirements
Establish, manage and review Sales Associates productivity goals to exceed Company standards
Establish and demonstrate uncompromising customer service standards.
Train Associates on product knowledge, selling and operational skills. Ensure follow through of all training programs
Foster a positive, professional work environment that encourages ideas and innovative problem solving
Demonstrate ability to evaluate issues, establish priorities and adjust direction when necessary
Manage Sales Associates
Comply with and support all Company standards and policies

Requirements

Bachelor Degree preferred
7 to 10 years minimum previous experience in very high end / luxury goods retail (fashion, watches and jewelry, shoes, leather goods…) preferably as a Store Manager
Conversational Spanish highly appreciated
PERFECT presentation and communication skills
Familiar with multicultural and international environment
UP-TO-DATE US work authorization (US Citizenship, Green Card, H1B Visa,…)

Compensation

Between $70k and $90k yearly base salary (depending on experience)
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Area Sales Manager – Luxury Goods – Latin America & Travel Retail – Miami, FL

ACCUR — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:07:37 +0000

Title: Area Sales Manager
Reporting to: nc
Direct Reports: nc

Status: GENERIC AD (very common)
ID: ASMLG09
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

This is a generic ad meant to cover our future needs for Area Sales Managers in Miami for Luxury and Consumer Goods companies doing business in Latin America and the Travel Retail distribution channel.

Objective

As an Area Sales Manager you will be assigned a brand or a portfoliio of brands to market and sell to a specific territory (North America, Caribbean, Central America or South America) and a specific market (local market or travel retail). You will be in charge of developping your business by closing deals with distributors / importers and make sure they have the tools and training they need to manage their retail sales.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for such a position is a very well rounded professional with Sales, Marketing and Finance skills, able to travel between 40% and 70% of the time, with very good academic background (MBA very appreciated) and most of the time bilingual English and Spanish (sometimes Portuguese and French too)

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 (for senior level)
Manage between 0 and 3 Account Executives depending on level of seniority
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
Up-to-date work authorization (US Citizenship, Green Card, renewable H1B visa…)

Compensation

Yearly base salary from $55k to $85k depending on company and seniority
Yearly bonus from 5% to 20%

How To Apply

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Recruiter (Freelance/Part-time) – Luxury & Consumer goods – Miami, Florida

ACCUR — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:46:13 +0000

Title: Recruiter
Reporting to: CEO
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: RECACMIA09
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

This position is directly for us, ACCUR Recruiting Services and not for one of our clients as usual.

Objective

The Recruiter will be in charge of placing ads, reviewing and screening resumes, interviewing and preselecting candidates. This is a part-time job, on commission only.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this position is an experienced professional willing to work part time or flexible hours preferably with Luxury or Consumer Goods industry experience along with a strong international background. Spanish and French speaking are greatly appreciated.

Job Description

Place ads on job boards
Use social networks to identify candidates
Search resume databases
Review resumes
Cold call candidates and contacts to identify the best leads
Interview candidates face to face
Keep contact with your network of candidates

Requirements

Very good presentation and communication skills
Minimum 10 years professional experience
Ability and motivation to work part time or flexible hours
Appreciated previous industry experience: Wine & Spirits, Luxury Goods, Consumer Goods, Food and Beverage, Travel Retail, Consumer Electronics, Fragrances, Cosmetics, Watch & Jewelry
Fluent in English and Spanish (French would be a strong plus)
Up-to-date work authorization (US Citizenship, Green Card, renewable H1B visa…)

Compensation

100% on commission depending candidates you participate in recruiting
No benefits, flexible schedule / vacations

How To Apply

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Store Manager – Luxury Goods / Fashion – Bal Harbour, FL

ACCUR — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:12:22 +0000

Title: Store Manager
Reporting to: nc
Direct Reports: About 30 Sales Associates & Managers

Status: CLOSED
ID: DSMBH09
Location: Bal Harbour, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a very well known fashion and luxury goods brand having a store in the Bal Harbour Shops

Objective

The store manager will be in charge of making sure sales and operational goals are met, manage and develop the sales team, participate in organizing exclusive events…

Ideal Profile

Job Description

Plan and drive store sales to achieve store goals
Recruit and select qualified candidates to maintain staffing and productivity requirements
Establish, manage and review Sales Associates productivity goals to exceed Company standards
Establish and demonstrate uncompromising customer service standards.
Train Associates on product knowledge, selling and operational skills. Ensure follow through of all training programs
Foster a positive, professional work environment that encourages ideas and innovative problem solving
Demonstrate ability to evaluate issues, establish priorities and adjust direction when necessary
Manage Sales Associates
Comply with and support all Company standards and policies

Requirements

Bachelor Degree preferred
7 to 10 years minimum previous experience in very high end / luxury goods retail (fashion, watches and jewelry, shoes, leather goods…) preferably as a Store Manager
Conversational Spanish highly appreciated
PERFECT presentation and communication skills
Familiar with multicultural and international environment
UP-TO-DATE US work authorization (US Citizenship, Green Card, H1B Visa,…)

Compensation

Between $70k and $90k yearly base salary (depending on experience)
Full benefits package

How To Apply

For more information about the job description and the company, please contact us below. Attach your resume and cover letter if we don’t already have it.
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