Posted 2 years ago
Overview
| Title: | Brand Manager: | Job Code: | N/A |
| Department: | Brand | Location: | Epping, Cape Town |
| Division: | Apparel | Reporting to: | Executive |
Education & Experience Requirements
Relevant tertiary qualification in Buying or Brand Management 5-8 years’ experience in a Brand / Buying Management capacity Experience in a Fashion/ Retail environment advantageousCore Competencies
Attitude: Having an enthusiastic, positive “can do” attitude with regards to work and motivates other to do the same Ownership: The team member assumes responsibility for his/her own job, tasks, and actions Commitment: Working with urgency and focus to be successful in achieving individual and company goals. Always looks after the best interest of the team and the company Drive & Energy: Being proactive and always ensuring that everything is achieved in the most productive way with a sense of purpose Delivery: At all times the team member acts with integrity, providing quality service, being reliable and responsible. Taking time out to understand client, customer, and business needs. Always meeting and exceeding expectations. Relationships: Treating one another with respect, providing support to one another, working co- operatively and making our work environment a fun and enjoyable place. Communication: Encouraging a culture of understanding, honesty and transparency by sharing relevant information with fellow colleagues and departments in a timeous and effective manner Integrity: Demonstrating sound ethical and moral principles at work. Being honest, and open with co-workers and managers Quality: Produces work of a high standard that is complete, accurate and in the correct format; checks the accuracy of own work; identifies and corrects errors.Skills and Abilities
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Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
Good problem-solving skills and a creative approach for new ideas
High level of organization
Good interpersonal skills
Excellent leadership skills
Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to travel extensively
Overview Title: Brand Manager: Job Code: N/A Department: Brand Location: Epping, Cape […]
Posted 2 years ago
Overview
The role requires the incumbent to grow market share and build relationships with the building industry professionals, to promote awareness of the Client and specify products based on customer requirements and follow through to completion. Main duties Include, but not limited to: Target the market and create awareness Identify and match product/service to customer requirements Product identification and sourcing Liaise with procurement to ensure availability of specified products Manage all the employees in section or areas of responsibility Adhere to all health, safety and housekeeping standard in the factory Compliance with the requirements of the Quality Management System (QMS) Conform to all SHERQ procedures and standards Promote positive teamwork Minimum requirements: Grade 12 or equivalent At least 5 years’ experience in the building industry relevant to the role with 3 years specifying to industry professionals Must be able to read and interpret building and design plans Skills & Competencies Computer literate for stores system Good communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge of plant spares and availabilityOverview The role requires the incumbent to grow market share and build […]
Posted 2 years ago
Overview
Job title: Head of Sales Location: Epping, Cape Town Division: Apparel Reporting to Managing Director Remuneration: Market-related Employment Type: Permanent
As a member of the Clients Executive Senior Management Team, the Head of Sales is responsible for developing and implementing the Wholesale Strategy for all the Brands.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To co-create the Clients Vision, Strategy and Business plan and support the delivery of a compelling and sustainable brand proposition by contributing effectively across functions as an executive team Responsible for identifying new wholesale opportunities as well as developing strong relationships with existing key stakeholders. Responsible for setting and achieving Sales targets and to drive operational excellence across wholesale channel to market and grow customer Present sales, revenue and expenses reports and realistic forecasts to the Management team Identify market shifts while staying abreast of competitor Drive continuous business process improvements in order to embed operational excellence and to manage Responsible for recruiting, objectives setting, coaching and performance monitoring of Sales Managers and independent To ensure effective people development and a sustained succession and talent pipeline in order to build capability and to support the delivery of the Company’s Transformation To work in collaboration with the Brand & Merchandise Executive to ensure best in class seasonal Go-To-Market launches. To drive high performing Sales teams, with a focus on teamwork and accountability, to deliver the commercial performance of the Brand in order to grow market share and exceed the financial targets.Education Requirements
Essential: Degree in Business Administration, Retail, MBA or similarExperience Requirements
- Minimum 8 years Sales/Key account management experience, at a management level, within a high-performing Brand environment.
- Minimum 8 years experience managing a sales
- Experience managing a medium size team across geographies including exposure operating at EXCO level within a Brand
Skills and Abilities
Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close Strong existing relations with key stakeholders within the sports and fashion industry in Strong business sense, acumen, and industry Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence effectively at all levels of the organization Excellent mentoring, coaching and people management skillsOverview Job title: Head of Sales […]
Posted 2 years ago
Overview
| Title: | Management Accountant | Employment Equity: | EE preferred |
| Department: | Finance | Location: | CPT (Epping) |
| Reporting to: | FM: Finance Business Manager | ||
| Salary Range: | Market related | Employment Type: | Permanent |
Education & Experience Requirements
Essential: BCom (majoring in Finance) Desirable: Partially or fully CIMA/SAICA qualified Essential: Intermediate to Advanced level MS Excel Essential: At least 3 years relevant finance experience Desirable: 1 year post articles experienceCore Competencies
Planning and organizing Strong analytical skills Problem solving abilities Delivering results and meeting expectations Following instructions and procedures Adapting and responding to change Coping with pressure and setbacksSkills and Abilities
Strong communication skills Fluent in written and spoken English Intermediate to advance level MS Excel skills Ability to take ownership of own work with limited supervision Management of work to the agreed deadlines Excellent attention to detail Eager to learn and take on new responsibilities Flexible to change as the business growsOverview Title: Management Accountant Employment Equity: EE preferred Department: Finance Location: CPT […]
Posted 2 years ago
Overview
| Title: | Marketing Coordinator | Employment Equity: | EE preferred |
| Department: | Marketing | Location: | Epping, Cape Town |
| Reporting to: | Senior Marketing Manager | ||
| Employment Type: | Permanent |
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Working closely with and supporting the marketing team to customize the global marketing strategy for the local market. Assist in conception, development and coordinating the execution of the SA Brand marketing strategy and brand plans to deliver the quarterly and annual brand objectives and goals as agreed and expressed in the budget. Coordinate the implementation of annual marketing plans flowing from corporate objectives and merchandising and operations plans. Identify and report on competitor activity Work closely with the marketing team to support seasonal campaigns and sales Coordination of all above the line marketing (digital, radio, print, PR, point of sale, events, customer presentations, ) as well as below the line marketing (catalogues, sales tools, intranet, newsletters, reviews). Support key and wholesale accounts with their marketing objectives based on product buys across apparel and footwear. Support sales agents with marketing requests for wholesale Together with the marketing team foster an excellent working relationship with the Brand Principal or regional marketing team. Develop strong relationships, maintain continuous dialogue and briefing of agencies including but not limited to PR, digital, creative and social Maintain relations and flow of communication with the Visual Merchandise, Brand, Shipping, Retail Operations Coordinate the execution and communication of in-store material for promotional activities and visual merchandising campaigns. Assist with market research activities in store and the general Coordinate all marketing activities and outputs to ensure that it is customer orientated and leads to a more involved, informed and improved customer Manage PO’s for all suppliers and stakeholders, maintaining a close relationship with finance to ensure all PO’s are actioned.Education & Experience Requirements
Essential: Matric and relevant tertiary qualification in Essential: Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar marketing role within a retail/fashion environment.Competencies
Drives for alignment – communicates effectively, influences others, develops relationships, collaborates with others to ensure success Analytical thinker – able to process information effectively and ‘join-the-dots’ Drives for results – understands what needs to be done, plans, proactively solves problems, identifies and shares opportunities and issues Energetic – engaged and enthusiastic, can-do attitude and willingness Excellent command of English language, professional manner and work ethicSkills and Abilities
Strong administrative skills and attention to detail Good communicator and able to cope effectively under time pressure Good analytical thinking skills Public Relations Project Management Digital advertising & social media experience Graphic design (Photoshop or equivalent) Highly proficient in Excel, Word & PowerPoint Data Handling and AnalysisOverview Title: Marketing Coordinator Employment Equity: EE preferred Department: Marketing Location: Epping, […]
Posted 2 years ago
Overview
An exciting opportunity for a Merchandise Planner has become available. We are looking for an experienced planner to work with two well known international fashion brands and assist the business in expanding both channels and improving profitability. The role will encompass both store and assortment planning for the retail channel; as well as working with the Brand / Sales Managers to support the wholesale business with demand planning. There is a strong focus on improving key performance metrics over time, where the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring that these objectives are metEssential Duties and Responsibilities:
Preparation of seasonal sales and stock plans, encompassing unit projections, price inflation targeting, and product mix optimization. Preparation of Seasonal analysis of each Brand in order to fully understand the performance down to the lowest SKU Level; and to use such analysis for Critical Forward Planning for each Brand. Assisting with the compilation of annual sales budgets, with ongoing reforecasts at a store, category, and product level to ensure achievability and to rebalance OTB commitments Management of the forward order pipeline with international vendors by ensuring OTB commitments are aligned to the budgeted sales plans and Principal Commercial Contracts. Managing the critical path of each brand respectively, to optimize the relevant timelines and ensure key interventions are conducted on time. Continual assessment of Store performance and implementation of stock management techniques to keep the business aligned to key indicators; including but not limited to effective Replenishment to maximize Sales performance and Market Share. Providing support to the Brand Manager and Head of Planning with the setting and maintenance of prices and margins across the range. Compilation of regular management and operational reporting to bring visibility to business operations. Working closely with the Brand and Purchasing & Customer Services Teams to formulate commercially practical ranges whilst providing and presenting data that supports informed decision-making. Working with and providing direction and/or guidance to the allocations team to replenish stock to stores to eliminate lost sales opportunities. Work jointly with Store Operations and drive development to ensure grading/option plan is in line with space management (pre-season). Ensure integration of ratio management in all merchandising activities. Ensure that best practice is actioned for in-depth analysis to support buying commitment decisions for each Brand as appropriate. Review and action fact-based category input and feedback for internal/external stakeholders. Guide the Operational teams for best practice end-to-end in-season management including management of best sellers and worst sellers, in-season stock cover management, in-season reactivity, and sales to space management. Provide guidance and strategy for execution of end-of-season stock management. Oversee the optimal flow of merchandise incl. fulfillment of product/marketing introduction deadlines/capacity planning. To work collaboratively with Marketing and Brand, Visual Merchandising (VM), and Store Operations. To support the Business and Finance Teams when conducting Business Reviews for each of the Brands as appropriate.Education & Experience Requirements:
Essential: Matric Desirable: Relevant business-related tertiary qualification Essential: 6+ years relevant merchandise planning experience in a retail environment Core Competencies Persuading and Influencing Analyzing Deciding and initiating action Planning and Organizing Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking Presenting and Communicating InformationJob Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Negotiation skills Communication skills Commercial thinking Presentation skills Knowledge of IT systems and data analytics Client account management • Knowledge of market trends and the retail landscape Self–starter and manage own tasks and responsibilitiesOverview An exciting opportunity for a Merchandise Planner has become available. We […]