ANTHROPOLOGIE OPEN MANAGEMENT POSITIONS! (NYC | NJ)

Due to our tremendous growth, Anthropologie is hiring managers for our New York City and New Jersey locations! Store Managers, Assistant Store Managers, Department Managers and Managers-in-Training!

If you are interested, please submit your cover letter and resume to this posting!

OBJECTIVE:
To oversee the operations of the store and assume total department accountability for sales, service profitability and loss prevention. To achieve a store environment that fosters creativity and inspires the Anthropologie customer. Ensure appropriate feedback and guidance is given in order to execute employee development. Participate in building community relationships that directly reflect Anthropologie culture. 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: 
Two to Four years of retail management experience in a leadership role 
An understanding of the Anthropologie culture and its appeal to the local market
Ability to drive sales through excellent service, strong visual presentation, and a full understanding of the business

JOB SKILLS: 
PEOPLE:
* Recruit, train, develop and coach a productive sales team
* Maintain department staffing requirements to support forecasted sales and payroll budgets 
* Manage all aspects of performance development (Performance Appraisals, Individual Development Plans (IDP's), Coaching and Counseling and disciplinary actions) 
* Recognize and develop talented individuals for advancement within the organization 
* Uphold Company standards and act as a positive role model to others

LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION: 
* Conduct productive daily meetings to ensure that daily goals are met 
* Inspire, motivate, and encourage teamwork 
* Effectively delegate projects while at the same time allowing others the creativity to succeed by making their own decisions
* Possess excellent communication skills in both written and verbal forms 

MANAGING THE ENVIRONMENT:
* Oversee all levels of customer service by setting daily goals and expectations to create a positive store environment
* Exhibit excellent floor presence by training and coaching team members on customer service, standards, product placement and time management 
* Achieve Company-average mystery shop results by upholding the Company's customer service standard

OPERATIONS: 
* Perform all store-level operational procedures accurately and in a timely fashion, in accordance with all Company policies and procedures 
* Supervise the daily operations of the store (i.e. Opening/Closing process, cash management, shipment receipt) 
* Utilize Company reports to react to trends and drive business 
* Achieve the store shrinkage goals by overseeing adherence to loss prevention practices
* Ensure compliance with Company emergency and safety procedures in order to protect employees and customers against accidents and incidents


Posted by: Brittini Torres

Bibhu Mohapatra (New York)

PR Intern

New York based luxury womens wear designer BIBHU MOHAPATRA is looking for a PR intern to assist the in-house PR coordinator and manage all social media platforms for the label.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Celebrity and magazine press loans
• Management of all social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Blog)
• Press appointment assistance
• Archive collection and showroom maintenance
• PR errands

Candidate must be available for a minimum of 3 months, and able to come to the studio for an interview.

This position will give you rare and very beneficial exposure to all aspects of a fashion design house. Applicants must be dedicated, articulate, organized, and very reliable.

Please email cover letter and resume to Cecily at studio@bibhu.com with PR INTERN in the subject line.


Note: This is an unpaid internship. 

Send Resumes to: studio@bibhu.com

Posted By Emily Bonsignore

THEIA Fashion Product Development Intern (New York)

THEIA, an eveningwear collection worn by celebrities including Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Oprah Winfrey to name a few is looking for an inter to assist Product Development
Manager primarily with putting together tech packs. Other duties may include product photographs and various administrative duties. Intern will learn and understand what goes into producing a garmet.

Send Resumes to: kit@jsgroup.com

Posted By Emily Bonsignore

Aaron Matthew Showroom (Los Angeles)

Aaron Matthew Showroom - Sales Internship

Aaron Matthew Showroom, a leading multi-line showroom in Los Angeles has unpaid internships available with school credit option.

We are looking for passionate, hard-working, committed, detail-oriented, individuals with exceptional communication skills.

An ideal candidate would have a strong interest in the business side of the fashion industry, marketing, as well as merchandising.

Daily activities will include but are not limited to:
- market research
- trade show attendance
- management of samples
- showroom merchandising
- assisting on appointments
- buyer outreach
- writing up Sample Requests

We require a minimum of 2 days per week, and a season-long commitment from all interns.

All interested parties should submit a resume and availability.

Internship will start immediately through December.

Send Resumes to: leslie@aaronmatthewla.com

Los Angeles , CA

October 07, 2011

Posted By Emily Bonsignore

Fashion PR Internship (NY)

Location: New York City

          Josh Goldfarb, Inc. is a boutique public relations and marketing agency unlike any other. Based in New York City, with clients worldwide, Josh Goldfarb, Inc. specializes in the representation of personality-driven and contemporary fashion lines, creating innovative campaigns customized to each of its clients’ unique brands. Clients include Erin Wasson, Low Luv, Chinti and Parker, Pencey, Nightcap, Happy Socks, among others. In addition, Josh Goldfarb, Inc. is recognized throughout the fashion industry for its ability to develop and implement sales strategy, cultivating product partnerships and creating long-term relationships for its clients with top retailers such as Opening Ceremony and Shopbop.

          Josh Goldfarb, Inc. is looking for New York City based interns to assist with daily business activities including support in public relations and sales services, event production, client services, sample coordinating and management and daily office/business activities.

          All interested candidates please send cover letter and resume to joshgoldfarbintern@gmail.com

http://thefashionintern.com/2011/10/05/fashion-pr-internship-10/

Poster by Nicky Lei

Marketing Manager, Digital Promotions - Old Navy Brand (SF)

Job Description

At Old Navy We Make Value Cool.

From day one, Old Navy was a revolution. We were something the world had never seen - fabulous, affordable fashion. We didn't take ourselves too seriously, and we broke the industry's rules. We said fashion didn't have to be just for rich people. It could be for everyone. We opened our first store in 1994 and we've been on a tear ever since. We were the fastest retailer to reach $1 billion in sales within four years and today we're one of the largest apparel brands in North America, operating more than 1000 stores across the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. Over 350 million (that's not a typo) customers cross our doors and spend over $5 billion dollars with us each year.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee creation of short-and long-lead promotional materials, primarily focusing on digital assets (email, social media copy/assets, ON.com placements/Stores & More tab, in-shop placements) and in-store, offer-based programs (bounceback coupons, same-day offers, etc.)
• General management of promotional infrastructure so offers are compatible with Old Navy Online check-out and in-store registers
• Liaise between Old Navy Brand Marketing team and Old Navy Online (ONOL) - ensure streamlined scheduling and mgmt of assets , and oversee shared calendar
• Own general program effectiveness, with blended view of x-channel results (assessing through quantitative and qualitative data)
• Manager of all strategies and assets for weekly digital business process
  • Manage all weekly business offers, prioritizing ongoing requests from weekly business meetings
  • Prioritize and negotiate placement for seasonal digital calendar, including inbound requests from brand partners: ONC, Outlet, brand mtkg vehicles
  • Coordinate assets and deliverables across multiple teams in brand mktg
  • Brief & creatively manage any/all 'new' assets for emails
• Collaborate with internal business partners (pricing, store operations/communications, finance, legal, visual merchandising, merchandising and inventory management) to ensure strategies and deliverables service the overall business
• Integrate messaging across vehicles and in-store, as appropriate
• Present strategies and ongoing results to senior leadership

 Qualifications:

• Great project management skills and ability to effectively juggle multiple projects at one time
• Proven experience guiding creative process from strategy through visual execution
• Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills, with ability to link strategy to financial plans
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to influence and collaborate in a cross-functional setting, and effectively interact at all levels
• Proven track record as a proactive, trusted advisor and thought leader on strategic issues
• Strong oral, written and formal presentation skills including ability to communicate complex ideas in a simple way
• Able to work in and bring structure to ambiguous environments
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of promotions and/or online marketing experience, preferably within retail industry, advertising, consumer products, or management consulting
• BA/BS degree; MBA preferred
• Interest/Knowledge of Retail industry

Click here to apply directly to Gap Inc. for this opportunity.  

Posted by: Brittini Torres

FOX'S Retail Sales,Assistant Management (NY)

Fox's Ladies Designer Off-Price is a fashion retailer specializing in ladies clothing,shoes and accessories with 15 locations. We have built our reputation by providing leading fashion designers at discounted prices,along with offering exceptional customer service. That is what has made us successful for over 25 years.

We are seeking an experienced retail sales professional with a proven track record in sales, merchandising and and customer service; who will be based out of our largest store located on Kings Hgwy in Brooklyn. We look forward to meeting with you and discussing your qualifications.


Please e-mail careers@foxs.com or fax resume to 516-294-2682

Please visit our website at www.foxs.com for more information about our company.



Requirements

Retail Manager

Sales

clientelling

merchandising skills

fashion background

Clientelling

Detail Orientated

Able to Multi Task

Store Manager 


Posted by: Brittini Torres

Dell et Ruhs Public Relations (West Hollywood)

PR Intern

Dell et Ruhs Public Relations, a boutique fashion PR agency in West
Hollywood, is seeking an intern (college credit preferred)for the spring
semester to assist in all PR services. Dell et Ruhs is an excellent platform for growth and interns will receive hands-on experience in the field. We are looking for one or two interns that will really impress us and seize the opportunity for growth in this industry.

The position will consist of the following duties:

- Updating and managing database of media contacts
- Pitching editorial product placement and contacting editors, stylists
and publicists regarding contemporary designer clients.
- Packaging gifts, loans and other shipments for editorial and celebrity
outreach.
- Writing press releases, bios and other press materials pertaining to
clients.
- Assisting in event production including possible runway show, trunk
shows and sample sales.
- Managing showroom, including tracking samples and documenting all
product for gifting and loans.
- General office duties such as answering phones, greeting visitors and
scheduling.
- Researching specific projects and searching for media placements of clients.


The candidate must be:

- Reliable, upbeat, friendly and able to work under pressure and multi-task
- A fast learner who is willing to go above and beyond
- Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
- Excellent communication skills
- Junior or senior standing
- Must submit a resume and cover letter
or more information on Dell et Ruhs, please visit www.DelletRuhs-PR.com.

Please only apply if you are a junior or senior currently living in or attending school in the Los Angeles area. Only applications with a cover letter and resume will be considered.

http://freefashioninternships.com/?p=view&internship=6412

Posted By: Emily Bonsignore

Christian Dior Boutique Intern (NY, NY)

Spring 2011 Boutique Internship

The Boutique Management Intern will be responsible for working with the Boutique Management team to support the sales staff. Main projects include, but are not limited to:

Customer service and customer management
Database management
Assisting sales associates with styling
Assisting Operations Manager with stock management and cycle counts
Assisting in floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and housekeeping
Helping to solve problems that affect the service and productivity of the selling floor
Assist in packing or wrapping customers’ merchandise, when necessary

Requirements:
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job, including phone systems, cash register, sensor-tag remover, and all other office equipment
Strong interpersonal, communication, organization and follow-through skills
Fluency in one or more foreign languages a plus; computer literacy a must

Send Resumes to: diorcouture.internship@diorus.com

Posted by Frankees

Assistant Buyer

A retail company in New York City is looking for an organized, detail oriented Assistant Buyer to join its team. This is an excellent resume-building opportunity for a highly motivated individual with some internship experience and a desire to work in fashion/retail. This is an entry-level role with potential for full time placement- the expectation is to prepare the incumbent for promote-ability into a buyer position.


Company Description Retail Company


Job Description Functioning as the operational extension of assigned buyer(s), the Assistant Buyer will be responsible for:

•Interacting with vendors to handle problem resolution and purchase products
•Managing the purchase order cycle and ensuring adherence to scheduled shipping windows
•Writing and tracking key orders from shipment to distribution
•Analyzing product performance- monitoring of regional merchandise reports, Open-to-Buy monitoring, stock analysis and other ad hoc analyses
•Effectively utilizing the merchandising systems and understand warehouse processes
•Data entry and project work

Required Skills •1+ years of experience in a similar role/ internship experience
•Solid math retail and data entry skills
•Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
•Solid analytical and PC skills, with an emphasis on spreadsheet and Excel skills
•Demonstrates product knowledge through sharing information with buyer as a result of competitive shopping
•Demonstrates understanding of the concept of liquidity
•Understands the concept of budgeting and release of packaway merchandise


Posted By Magie Fong

Merchandising Development Manager (Santa Monica)

MAJOR ACTIVITIES TO ENSURE ACHIEVEMENT OF KEY RESULTS AND DELIVERABLES

1. Leads the management of the POS Development Process
a. Briefs suppliers on the development of new POS item needs during the year
i. Leads inter-department project management of all POS items to deliver on time. Communicates timelines and expectations to Field and Distributor Network
ii. Gains approval from Trade Marketing Manager for concepts and prototypes
b. Collaborates with Trade Activation Managers for their channel Merchandising needs
c. Proactively refreshes and improves Red Bull portfolio with new production techniques and processes
i. Builds back-up of renderings and concepts for current items in portfolio as to implement refreshed items consistently
ii. Works on current portfolio of items to increase effectiveness and functionality

2. Publishes guidelines and relevant information for all Red Bull’s Merchandising Items
a. Develops merchandising standards for channel-specific shelf configurations and all displays & coolers
b. Updates and maintains POS manual for entire portfolio, publishes online

3. Establishes role as the ambassador of POS throughout RBNA
a. Becomes point person for the Field, Distributor Network and in all details pertaining to POS (including inventory information but not inventory management)
b. Develops communication strategy to announce all new items with usage information

4. Manages 2010 POS development and execution
a. Manages Themed POS portfolio development from Approval to Arrival in Warehouse
i. Develops and manages timeline for Themed POS creation as to be available at DP warehouses 12 weeks before event date for regional POS or at the start of each quarter
ii. Manages delivery of concepts, renderings, and prototypes for Trade Marketing Manager approval and then development to final delivery after approval
b. Manages the production of Permanent POS items from Approval stage to Arrival in Warehouse
i. Provides prototypes and concepts for Trade Marketing Manager feedback and approval
c. Manages Custom Retailer POS development
i. Collaborates with TAM and NAM to fulfill development and production needs for Retailer projects

5. Supports the POS areas of Business Planning for Trade Marketing
a. Contributes in the forecast process between the Field, HQ Operations and Finance for demand planning and expense requirements
b. Reviews forecast of POS items and suggests benchmark volumes based on historic and analytical data
c. Coordinates with Finance and Operations to track POS forecast and budgets

6. Manages Vendor and POS industry information
a. Maintains database of potential vendors and suppliers. Develops a system with Procurement to bid jobs to new vendors
b. Attend POS Trade Shows to deliver new, cutting edge display materials
c. Participates with Trade Marketing Manager in POS “Task Force” meetings



KEY RESULTS AND DELIVERABLES (WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE)
1. Provide clear and direct access via web and in person to all Merchandising Item related information for Field and Distributor Network
2. Ensure timely development and delivery of all Themed and Temporary POS
3. Manage efficient delivery of all new POS items
4. Refresh current general POS items innovative concepts for each channel with
5. Deliver on at least one customized, Key Retailer, merchandising solution
6. Track POS usage by the field to support forecasting and needs analysis



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE --
1. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the consumer goods industry with exposure to Point of Sale usage or development
2. University – Bachelor’s Degree required

3. Travels 5-10%
4. Strong project management and planning skills
5. Exceptional communication skills, including presenting and collaboration abilities
6. Creative mind, experience working with Agencies or Production suppliers preferred
7. Must proficient in Microsoft Office


Posted By Magie Fong