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Brand Manager – Luxury Watches – Miami, Florida

ACCUR — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 23:53:09 +0000

Title: Brand Manager Latin America
Reporting to: VP Latin America
Direct Reports: team of 3

Status: ACTIVE
ID: MI10188
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client is a top luxury watch brand having an small office in Miami dedicated to Latin America and the Caribbean

Objective

Develop the Latin American and Caribbean region by repositionning the brand, opening and closing account in accordance with the company’s strategy.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile for this position is a Senior Area Sales Manager or Brand Manager with good previous experience in the luxury watch industry and in Latin America.

Job Description

Develop sales on the territory
Prepares, and maintains updated, the Yearly and 3 year Business Plan for each brand.
Prepares Marketing Plans.
Prepares Marketing budgets and updates them on a day-to-day, as needed basis.
Allocates and manages local marketing budgets.
Controls local implementation of Marketing budgets and plans, and reports on variances.
Implements corners negotiated by sales dept.
Prepares, updates and circulates Marketing and Training documentation.
Prepares communications to the trade and the press.
Organizes promotional material.
Prepares new products introductions.
Keeps a record of customers’ POS material needs, and Visuals.
Organizes logistical support for Conventions and Fairs.
Gathers information for reporting to Global Brands and Management

Requirements

Bachelor Degree minimum (MBA a plus)
7 to 10 years experience in the luxury goods industry for latin american local markets or travel retail preferably in Luxury watches (other possible industries: 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: Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Bulgari, Bvlgari, Cartier, Chopard, Concord, Corum, Ebel, Girard Perregaux, Gucci, Invicta, IWC, Jaeger LeCoultre, LVMH, Montblanc, Movado, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Rado, Raymond Weil, Richemont, Rollex, Swatch, Tag Heuer, TechnoMarine, Zenith
Appreciated previous titles: Brand Manager, Brand Director, Area Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, Marketign Director

Compensation

Very attractive Base + bonus
Full benefits package

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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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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Account Executive (FL, LO, MS) – Luxury Watches & Timepieces

ACCUR — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 17:50:18 +0000

Title: Account Executive
Reporting to: Regional Sales Director
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10148
Location: Miami, FL (or anywhere in FL, LO or MS)

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Our Client

Our client for this opportunity is a leader in the Luxury Watches industry.

Objective

The Account Executive will be in charge of managing existing national accounts in the watch and Jewely industry as well as opening new doors in Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Ideal Profile

A strong sales executive/business developper with excellent previous experience in the Luxury Watch Industry and outstanding analytical and organizational skills.

Job Description

Manage key national accounts in FL, MS and LO. Develop and implement strategies to improve both sell in and sell through
Drives wholesale sales on the assigned territory and ensure sell through goals are met and the retail level
Develop new accounts and close existing ones depending on results, compliance and brand’s strategy
Visit retail accounts on a very regular basis to ensure mechandising and training compliance as well as sell through performance
Verify product mix, replenishment and sales technics

Requirements

5 years strong previous experience in the Luxury Watch industry at a national account level
Excellent analytical skills (implies excellent level in MS Excel)
Result driven and strong negotiations skills
Good training and motivational skills at the retail sales associates level
Ability to travel overnight 5 days per month
Fluent Spanish a very strong plus
Appreciated previous experience: Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Bulgari, Bvlgari, Cartier, Chopard, Concord, Corum, Ebel, Girard Perregaux, Gucci, Invicta, IWC, Jaeger LeCoultre, LVMH, Montblanc, Movado, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Rado, Raymond Weil, Richemont, Rollex, Swatch, Tag Heuer, TechnoMarine, Zenith
Appreciated previous titles: Account Manager, Sales Manager, Area Manager, Area Sales Manager, Sales Representative, Business Developer, Sales Director, District Manager, Territory Sales Executive

Compensation

Annual base salary from $90k to $100k depending on experience
30% bonus based on sell in, sell through and other qualitative goals
Car allowance

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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Sales Assistant – Luxury Goods (Fragrances, Watches, Jewelry) – Miami, FL

ACCUR — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:50:30 +0000

Title: Store Manager
Reporting to: VP of Stores
Direct Reports: 4 Sales Associates

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10153
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is a very well known Watches & Jewelry brand with a Store in Bal Harbour, Florida

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

Ideal Profile is an experienced Watch & Jewelry professional, with background in retail management and ability to work with very high end clientele.

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

Strong 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,…)
Appreciated previous experience: Bottega Veneta, Bulgari, Cartier, Chanel, Audemars Piguet, Chloé, Chopard, D&G, David Yurman, De Beers, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Ermenegildo Zegna, Escada, Fendi, Ferragamo, Gucci, Harry Winston, Hermés, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Neiman Marcus, Oscar De La Renta, Piaget, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co, Tourneau, Van Cleef & Arpels, Yves Saint Laurent
Appreciated previous titles: Store Manager, Store Director, General Manager, Department Manager, Senior Sales Associate

Compensation

Annual base of $90k to $100k
Plus bonus
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Account Executive (FL, LO, MS) – Luxury Watches & Timepieces

ACCUR — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:29:43 +0000

Title: Account Executive
Reporting to: Regional Sales Director
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: MI10148
Location: Miami, FL (or anywhere in FL, LO or MS)

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Our Client

Our client for this opportunity is a leader in the Luxury Watches industry.

Objective

The Account Executive will be in charge of managing existing national accounts in the watch and Jewely industry as well as opening new doors in Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Ideal Profile

A strong sales executive/business developper with excellent previous experience in the Luxury Watch Industry and outstanding analytical and organizational skills.

Job Description

Manage key national accounts in FL, MS and LO. Develop and implement strategies to improve both sell in and sell through
Drives wholesale sales on the assigned territory and ensure sell through goals are met and the retail level
Develop new accounts and close existing ones depending on results, compliance and brand’s strategy
Visit retail accounts on a very regular basis to ensure mechandising and training compliance as well as sell through performance
Verify product mix, replenishment and sales technics

Requirements

5 years strong previous experience in the Luxury Watch industry at a national account level
Excellent analytical skills (implies excellent level in MS Excel)
Result driven and strong negotiations skills
Good training and motivational skills at the retail sales associates level
Ability to travel overnight 5 days per month
Fluent Spanish a very strong plus
Appreciated previous experience: Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Bulgari, Bvlgari, Cartier, Chopard, Concord, Corum, Ebel, Girard Perregaux, Gucci, Invicta, IWC, Jaeger LeCoultre, LVMH, Montblanc, Movado, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Rado, Raymond Weil, Richemont, Rollex, Swatch, Tag Heuer, TechnoMarine, Zenith
Appreciated previous titles: Account Manager, Sales Manager, Area Manager, Area Sales Manager, Sales Representative, Business Developer, Sales Director, District Manager, Territory Sales Executive

Compensation

Annual base salary from $90k to $100k depending on experience
30% bonus based on sell in, sell through and other qualitative goals
Car allowance

How To Apply

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Beverly Hills Store Manager (fluent Arabic or Chinese) – Watches & Jewelry – Los Angeles, CA

ACCUR — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:44:08 +0000

Title: Store Manager
Reporting to: US VP of Stores
Direct Reports: Retail Sales team of 12

Status: CLOSED
ID: M10147
Location: Los Angeles, CA

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Our Client

Our client for this job opportunity is a medium size international luxury watch and jewelry company with stores in Geneva, London, Moscow and Beverly Hills.

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

This high end retail management opportunity is meant for an excellent retail / store manager, with strong previous experience in jewelry and luxury watches and ability to work with high profile customers (Arab Royals, Business, Politicians…).

Job Description

Sales staff recruitment, interviews…
Organize the staff schedule and keep track of the hours of each sales associates
Ensure the proper usage of uniforms provided by the company
Quarterly reporting on HR issues (sick days, absences…)
Process quarterly evaluation of each employee in the team
Set goals for each sales associate

REPARATION

Immediatly coordinate any needed repairs in the shop
Make sure all watches work perfectly and jewelry is free of any defect at all times

CONTACT WITH LOCAL SUPPLIERS

Establish business relationships with local diamond wholesalers in order to ensure quick delivery for urgent needs

ORGANIZATION

Control precisely the inventory every 3 month for watches and jewelry to ensure proper level of stock at all times
Control the inventory of displays in the store every 6 months and make sure they are free of any defect

PRODUCT TRAINING

Organize product trainings on a regular basis with the sales staff to ensure proper knowledge level of everyone. Invite brands representatives to conduct these trainings too.

DAILY REPORTS AND MEETINGS

Make sure the daily report is sent
Keep the internal agenda updated so that it can be shared to all th sales saff
Organize weekly meeting with the staff to discuss issues, performance and strategies

PR & ADVERTISING

Preselection of advertising offers and presentation to upper management
Organization of 2 or 3 PR events per year
Organization of small dinners for customers on a regular basis
Select local events to sponsor
Constant networking with influencers, customers and potential ones
Ensure the boutique staff does it own networking too

DIRECT MARKETING

Make sure the store records the contact details of every customers and potential customers
Organize mailing to the existing database of contact

MAINTENANCE

Make sure the maintenance and cleaning of the store is perfect at all time
Organize the constant procurement of champagne, liquors, cigars in the store.

Requirements

Very strong previous experience in High End Jewelry and Luxury Watches
Ability to work with very high net worth individuals (Roals, Businessmen, politicians…)
Excellent public relations and networking abilities
Arabic and or Chinese speaking highly appreciated
Up-to-date US work authorization

Compensation

Base salary of $80k to $100k plus bonuses and commissions
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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Financial & Operations Analyst – Luxury Goods – Miami, Florida

ACCUR — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:20:37 +0000

Title: Financial & Operations Analyst
Reporting to: Head of Finance and Administration
Direct Reports: None

Status: CLOSED
ID: M09140
Location: Miami, FL

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Our Client

Our client for this position is the Latin America and Travel Retail office af a very large Luxury Goods group.

Objective

Consolidate and analyze data regarding finance, logistics and operations in order to provide recommendations and business improvements in every aspect of the business.

Ideal Profile

The ideal profile is a finance or a management consulting professional with backrgound in Finance and exceptionnal business acumen.

Job Description

Formulate and apply analytical techniques in order to optimized methods
Use knowledge of sales and marketing to develop strategies
Interpret information and provide decision making and planning recommendations
Business Intelligence
Analyze and provide recommendations on various aspects such as logistics, databases, supply chain, marketing & budgeting

Requirements

Bachelor or Masters degree in Finance or Business Administration
3 to 5 years in fiancial analyst or related position (preferably in Consumer Goods, Luxury Goods, Consumer Electronics for Latin America or the Travel Retail industry
Open to international travels
Bilingual English and Spanish
Very good level in MS Office (in particular Excel: vlookup, pivot table, macro…)
Very good presentation skills and business acumen
Hyperion/HFM software experience a plus
Up-to-date US work authorization (H1B, Green Card or citizenship)

Compensation

Around $60k in base salary
Full benefits package

How To Apply

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