Assistant Store Manager (Fashion & Footwear) – ICING

Alshaya

Kuwait

Ref: GP435-3098

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Icing is a leading fashion jewelry, accessories and cosmetics retailer, offering a unique assortment of products for women. Icing has it all, from a gorgeous statement necklace, to trend setting earrings, eye catching handbags, or even lip gloss in that must-have color that is sure to turn heads.
We will be launching our first Icing stores this year in the Middle East and we are looking for talented, energetic and creative individuals with passion for fashion and beauty to join us. It is a unique opportunity for you to be part of a new brand launch, show off your talent and develop a career that you can be really proud of.

The Role

You will work with the Store Manager to achieve objectives, ensuring the highest levels of customer service are provided by staff and that they have the skills and support required to maximise sales. You will work with a variety of different departments to maintain the effective operation of the store and will provide feedback to the store, brand and area managers around staff and products. You may also be required to deputise for the Store Manager during periods of leave.

You must have previous management or supervisory experience in retail and a passion for customer service.

Requirements

You will have/be:

* PC literate
* At least 3 years' retail experience (ideally at a supervisory level)
* An understanding of fashion retail.
* Excellent English language skills, both written and verbal (Arabic language skills are also an advantage)

About the Company

As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.

Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.

Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.

From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.

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