Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit within the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Fashion & Luxury, we are currently recruiting for an E-Commerce Manager for a fashion organisation.

Job description:
In the role of E-Commerce Manager you are responsible for the online activities including: website performance and support, online campaigns, affiliates and SEO. You are responsible for understanding the key drivers of the business in terms of customer acquisition costs, online marketing channels, direct marketing, visitors and customers conversion rate, merchandising plan, and pricing strategy. You will develop and implement a marketing plan that will attract new customers and focus on the online marketing investment and development of new online and off-line partnerships.    

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a Bachelor or a Master degree, preferably in Fashion or Marketing & Communications. You have at least 3 years of experience in marketing and business development. You have deep and full understanding of digital marketing strategy and social media and community management. Furthermore you are experienced in affiliate marketing. You have excellent analytical skills and the ability to synthesise large amounts of data and information. You are fluent in English and master the Italian, French or Spanish language as well.

Reports to:
Marketing Manager

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client is offering a challenging opportunity in a high paced environment, where people with passion for fashion work together in achieving common goals. Our client gives you the chance to contribute to the growth of their international well known brands, in an informal environment, with a competitive remuneration packages.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency located in the heart of Rotterdam. We are the sole fashion recruitment agency in Rotterdam. We are a young, dynamic and fashionable recruitment agency that offers a high class quality service with a personal approach and fair and honest conduct to all our clients. We recruit for fashion and retail professionals in middle and top management roles worldwide. Our vision is to become a successful company that is global leader in the recruitment of fashion and retail professionals. For the growth of our company we are looking for an Intern to expand our division Living & Lifestyle.

Job description:
As an Intern for the Living & Lifestyle division, you are responsible for the development of your division. You make sure that your division is successful in achieving the target goals. You achieve this by: Building up a client base of international Living & Lifestyle organisations with a subsidiary or presence in Europe with an recruitment need; Building up a client base of international Living & Lifestyle professionals across the globe; Using sales, business development and marketing techniques in order to attract business from client companies; Building relationships with clients; Developing a good understanding of what client companies do and their work culture; Advertising vacancies appropriately by drafting and placing adverts using a wide range of media (e.g. websites); headhunting – identifying and approaching suitable candidates; Receiving and reviewing applications, managing interviews and short-listing candidates; Checking references and suitability of applicants before referral to employers for interview; Arranging interviews for the right candidates with the clients; Preparing résumés and correspondence to forward to clients in respect of
suitable applicants; Informing candidates about the results of their interviews and preparing letters of appointment; Negotiating pay and salary rates and finalising arrangements between client and candidates; Offering advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression; Reviewing recruitment policies to ensure effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programmes.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a passion for the fashion industry and its related industries. You are currently studying for your Bachelor or Master degree. You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You are creative in acquiring new business and have good marketing skills. You are able to think quickly on your feet, able to sell and the ability to talk to people and get them to open up. Most importantly you have a desire to win. You are also able to quickly get back on your feet after a setback. You master the English language perfectly in word and writing and master one other European language, preferably (Dutch, German, French, Italian or Spanish). You are available for at least six months.

Reports to:
Recruitment Manager

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Internship

Benefits:
We are offering a challenging internship within a young and dynamic company where you will be part of the company. You have high responsibilities and will learn the whole process of HR and building up a business. We have an excellent bonus package and offer you a permanent role after successful completion of your internship.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit for the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Fashion & Luxury, we are currently recruiting for a Merchandiser for a fashion organisation.

Job description:
In the role of Merchandiser you are responsible for ensuring that products appears in the right stores at the appropriate time and in the correct quantities. You accurately forecast trends per season to achieve sales, stock turn and profit objectives. You plan products ranges and prepare sales and stock plan in collaboration with buyers. You forecast profits and sales, and optimise the sales volume and profitability of designated product areas. You plan budgets and present sales forecasts and figures for new ranges. You propose appropriate range plans to maximise sales and achieve business objectives. You follow up on store reorders to maintain stock levels and replenishment models. You ensure correct stock levels to support new product introductions, seasonal launches, window displays and other marketing programmes. You analyse every aspect of bestsellers (bestselling price points, colours, styles) and ensure that bestsellers reach their full potential. You monitor the slow sellers and take the necessary actions. You analyse previous season’s sales and report on the current season’s lines. You make financial presentations to senior managers. You work closely with VM staff and department heads to achieve maximum visibility of the products and maximise customer interest and sales. You work closely with buyers to meet with suppliers and manage the distribution of stock by negotiating cost prices, ordering stock, timescales and delivery dates.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a Bachelor or a Master, preferably in Fashion or Economics. You have at least two years of experience in Buying & Merchandising. You have a proven track record in the Fashion industry. You are used to working for multi site operations. You are analytical and numerical skilled, to work out budgets and understand sales figures. You have the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment, and to quickly identify problems and recommend solutions. You have a strong commercial acumen and the ability to understand what will appeal to customers. You have the ability to work well as part of a team and to build and maintain effective working relationship with a wide range of people. You have sound decision-making skills and the ability to plan and prioritise. Your proficiency in written and spoken English and Dutch; other European languages are an asset.

Reports to:
Operations Manager

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client offers a challenging position and the chance to contribute to the growth of their international well known brands, in an informal environment, with opportunities and a competitive remuneration packages.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit for the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Footwear & Accessories, we are currently recruiting for a Supply Chain Manager for a luxury brand in Italy.

Job description:
In the role of Supply Chain Manager you are responsible for the logistics process including production planning. You are in charge of constantly monitoring the production progress to guarantee that the finished products can be delivered at the scheduled times. You make sure that the collection and brands are planned correctly and delivered on time. Furthermore you are in charge of sourcing and procurement of raw materials (fabrics, packaging etc.) You manage the warehouse operations and the logistics of the raw materials and finished products. You develop sourcing strategies to find the right suppliers to reduce costs.  You work closely with the production and quality team.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a Master or MBA degree in Industrial Engineering. You have 8 years of work experience, of which 4 years in a relevant industry. You master the English and Italian language perfectly word and writing. As a Supply Chain Manager you have managerial skills, you are a good negotiator, you can delegate, build strong teams and are able to motivate and inspire. Furthermore you are an innovator in your line of business.

Reports to:
Operations Manager

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client offers a challenging role within a high paced fashion organisation with excellent packages.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit for the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Living & Lifestyle, we are currently recruiting for an experienced General Manager for a start-up luxury Living & Lifestyle retail chain in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Job description:
In the role of General Manager you are responsible for leading the management team. You will take strategic decisions related to the development of the company and will be managing, through the relevant Department Head, all support functions, including Buying & Merchandising, Human Resources, Finance, IT and Logistics. You are responsible for the profitability of the business and ensure that the overall business objectives have been met. Your main tasks and responsibilities consist of the development of annual business plan including sales, margin and cost budgets. You review and sign off product range seasonal collection. You search for new stores locations and lead the lease negotiations. You devise manpower planning strategy and oversee execution. You develop the marketing/trading calendar and follow up to execution. You develop and implement brand advertising strategy. You establish business/department objectives and KPI’s for all the Department Heads. You develop and regularly review the company’s incentive scheme. You manage the store built-up process up to the opening. Furthermore you ensure concept and visual guidelines are developed and implemented

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a Master degree. You have at least 15 years of Retail experience, preferably in furniture retail, with at least 3 years of Senior Management experience in the Middle East. You have good analytical skills and competency in finance reporting. Furthermore you are a true leader, confident and able to take decisions. You are always willing to take on a new challenge with the resilience and qualities to see the task through. You are a good communicator who is able to inspire his team, always taking full accountabilities for your actions and performance.

Reports to:
Company Founder

Salary:
€90.000 net a year

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client offers a challenging role within a young and dynamic company. Additional to the basic salary, our client offers an excellent relocation package, secondary benefits and medical insurance for the whole family.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit for the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Living & Lifestyle, we are currently recruiting for an experienced Buying Manager for a start-up luxury Living & Lifestyle retail chain in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Job description:
In the role of Buying Manager you are responsible for the development and design of the product range with associated commercial strategy and delivery of each seasonal collection as per market requirements. Your main task and responsibilities consist of defining and developing the range trends; mix and assortment based on brand profile and predefined parameters. You achieve and exceed sell through rate and stock turn as per agreed seasonal plan. You identify suppliers in order to ensure product quality meets required standard. You implement critical path for seasonal collection to ensure timely delivery as per trading calendar requirements. You negotiate prices with suppliers to ensure competitiveness and achieve margin target. You develop a seasonal range to ensure the right product mix for each store and achieve consistency of presentation in collaboration with Head Visual Merchandise. You create brand awareness by gathering and analysing feedback from the stores and improve were necessary. You analyse the market, your competitors and the trends. You manage and develop the buying team through talent management and appraisal process. You use available system data and formalise a range review process at the end of each season. You regularly investigate new sourcing opportunities to improve margin levels and timeline. You define and monitor SLA with each supplier to guarantee quality and improve on service level. As a Buying Manager you will also contribute to the development of the trading calendar by formalising a launch date for each of the seasonal collection in line with market requirements. You will train the sales staff seasonally according to the trends and selling features.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has preferably a background in Interior Decoration and/or a track record in Product Design. You have worked as a Senior Buyer within an established furniture retailer and are ready to make the next step in your career. You are open to travel, other cultures and believes, are analytically skilled, a good negotiator and intuitive to market trends.

Reports to:
General Manager

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client offers a challenging role within a young and dynamic company. For this role, you will have the ability to work from home. Additional to the basic salary, our client offers an excellent relocation package, secondary benefits and medical insurance for the whole family.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit for the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Fashion & Luxury, we are currently recruiting for a Demand Planner for an international jeans wear brand.

Job description:
In the role of Demand Planner you are responsible for coordinating product demand in accordance with the sales plan. You partner with assigned European markets to forecast product demand within a target range of sales plan, adjusting as when business environment requires. You support forecast upload process of markets and ensures quality of data in system. You review forecasted demand of assigned markets and adjust as business environment requires. On the buying side; you procure products, revise data, review purchase requisition suggestions from MRP, and take minimum buying decisions to ensure inventory availability in line with agreed objectives and deadlines. You monitor purchase requisition conversion into purchase order and factory acceptance. You assist assigned markets with questions on sales order entry, buying decisions and product availability. You deliver Forecast & Buy reports for senior management. You execute important sales initiatives, including strategic buys. On the inventory side; you optimise regional sales opportunity of inventory, analyse excess inventory to support inventory management and retail with sales opportunities and programs. You review provision reserves on aged inventory on a monthly basis. You look for opportunities to cancel/delay purchase orders as demand fluctuates. You partner with Allocation Coordinator on product delays, airfreight request, and market priorities. You produce reports that inform the organisation of the inventory situation.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a Bachelor degree, preferably in Business. You have a background in master scheduling, forecasting, procurement and planning. You are highly skilled in the demand planning process within the Fashion Industry. You have experience with planning modules within any ERP system (PeopleSoft/JDE or others). You have knowledge of demand management forecasting tools, forecasting processes in sales, marketing operations, finance, manufacturing and supply chain issues. You have strong mathematical abilities and spreadsheet analysis. You have knowledge of key inventory performance metrics, turns, margin contributions etc., and the ability to lead cross-functionally. You have good communications and team building skills, are detail oriented and extreme accurate.  Affinity with the fashion industry is a must as well as good knowledge of the English language.

Reports to:
Head Operations

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client offers a challenging job within a dynamic international company with excellent packages.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit for the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Fashion & Luxury, we are currently recruiting for a Sourcing Assistant for an international jeans wear brand.

Job description:
In the role of Sourcing Assistant you are responsible for taking care of all production related issues for the factories the company works with. You will be liaising with suppliers on a national and international basis as well as working with the Buyers and Garment Technologists in house. Your duties consist of managing the new supplier set up procedure, preparing all information needed for the factories to start up production. You will manage suppliers in terms of costs, stock levels, order fulfilment and developing new ranges. You Measure, fit and comment on size test and pre production samples. You communicate with external and internal parties, managing and analysis of supplier database, managing supplier’s queries in terms of trim issues, production and deliveries.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for is a bright articulate individual with a passion for fashion. You have a bachelor degree, preferably in Fashion. You have affinity with denim and good knowledge of the English language. The position is ideally suited to a recent Fashion graduate looking to develop their career within Sourcing.

Reports to:
Head Operations

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client offers a challenging job within a dynamic international company with excellent packages.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit for the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Footwear & Accessories, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Living & Lifestyle, we are currently recruiting for a Senior Designer Technical Apparel for an international lifestyle sports brand in Italy.

Job description:
In the role of Senior Designer Technical Apparel, you are responsible for the whole creative process of designing technical apparel sportswear. You will be carrying out market research on current trends, analysing them as well as implementing innovation. In order to promote the brand and to be up to date with the current trends and competitors, you will be visiting and preparing for various fashion and sports trade fairs. You will organise and present new inventive concepts, prepare the whole collection for all styles and present it to the company.

Requirements:
Skillz Recruitment is looking for a candidate with a Bachelor or Master degree in Fashion Design and 5 years experience in designing technical sports apparel (e.g. extreme sports gear). You have broad knowledge about technical sports materials and you are experienced to maximise the functionality and comfort of the clothing up to the single details. You also know how to style and fit the sports garments, you are aware of production and procurement processes, and with your good organisational and IT skills you will ensure the company’s top position within the extreme sports market. You are a team player and passionate not only about design of technical sportswear, but you are also enthusiastic about outdoor sports. You master the English language, German or Italian language skills are a plus.

Reports to:
Head of Apparel Department

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
Our client offers an interesting position and lots of responsibilities in a pleasant working environment and provides 15% percent discount on purchases and the use of the summerhouse of the company in South of Italy.

Company information:

Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit in the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Retail Management, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Fashion & Luxury we are currently recruiting for an experienced Retail Planning Analyst for a well-known international clothing and footwear company in the Netherlands.

Job description:

Working together with buyers you help develop strategic and tactical plans to ensure maximum sales, inventory and bottom line profitability. You will develop financial strategies by analyzing historical data and current leads and identify risk and opportunities by department and class. Working with category partners, merchandisers and business unit you will develop a comprehensive strategy aligning the financial and product opportunities. Up to date information is very important, you will recap and forecast data in a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis. Create open to buy forecasts. You will manage a small team (coach, train and develop).

Requirements:

The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has at least 5 years experience in retail planning or buying environment. Multi-store environment experience is preferred. Experience in a multi-currency environment and complex gross margin profitability planning. Financial analytical skills are must (retail math, financial planning and assortment planning skills). Knowledge of electronic planning systems such as open-to-buy, distribution and reporting. Need experience with SVi (Island Pacific) or other similar planning tool. Prior management experience and team management skills. Detail-oriented, well organized with good analytical skills. English fluency required.

Salary: EUR 40.000 – EUR 60.000

Job type: Permanent

Benefits:

Our client offers you a competitive benefit program that includes salary, insurance and health care package. Also provides 15 percent discount on purchases. Our client ensures the wellness of their employees and family members, and creates a positive working environment.

Company information:

Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit in the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Retail Management, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Fashion & Luxury we are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer Women’s Sports and Urban Wear for a well-known international clothing and footwear company in the Netherlands.

Job description:

In the role of Buyer Women’s Sports and Urban Wear you are responsible for the strategic planning, leadership and success of your category.  Your goal is to create a retail position in the category.  As functional team member of the category team you work together to achieve business goals.  You need to manage your category team by coaching, training and developing members.  You will be responsible for putting your category up front in the product creation process. Communication is key as you need to share your vision and business result with business units, functional and category teams.  Once a month you will participate in a business review meeting with Allocation and Planning.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a minimum of 5 years retail buying experience with a bachelor level thinking skills and action.  You need to be an expert in excel and have experience with a merchandising system.  Needs to have experience or genuine interest in sports and urban fashion.  People management experience a must.  English language required, more languages preferred.

Reports to: Director of Purchasing

Salary: €40.000 – €60.000

Job type: Permanent

Benefits:

Our client offers you a competitive benefit program that includes salary, insurance, health care package and share purchasing plan. Also provides 15 percent discount on purchases. Our client ensures the wellness of their employees and family members, and creates a positive working environment. “Relax and work hard”.

Company information:
Skillz Recruitment is an international Fashion and Retail recruitment agency. We recruit in the divisions Fashion & Luxury, Retail Management, Beauty & Cosmetics and Living & Lifestyle. For our division Retail Management, we are currently recruiting for a Senior Consultant Buying & Merchandising for a retail recruitment agency in London.

Job description:
In the role of Senior Consultant Buying & Merchandising, you are responsible for new business generation. You make canvass calls and carry out overall activities to meet sales/gross profit targets. You visits clients and identify and follow up on business leads. You develop a good understanding of what client companies do and their work culture. You identify their needs and provide feedback on success of filling jobs. You network internally and externally with clients, you write and place advertisement in newspapers and on websites, and conduct effective and efficient database search on relevant skills sets for clients. You headhunt, identify and approach suitable candidates and keep in regular contact to review progress and performance. Further on, you will administrates duties and update and maintain client and candidate information database and any other duties as required.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate Skillz Recruitment is looking for has a Bachelor degree. You have a minimum of three years of experience in recruitment, especially in the field of retail. You are communicative, sales driven and target oriented. You are organised, able to work under pressure and customer focused. You are fluent in English, both written and oral.

Reports to:
Managing Consultant

Salary:
Negotiable

Job type:
Permanent

Benefits:
You will be working for a privately owned company with offices based in Central London that provides multiple opportunities for advancement.