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Ref: KP603-05
Job description / Role
Majid Al Futtaim Fashion is a subsidiary company within the Majid Al Futtaim Ventures portfolio, part of the Majid Al Futtaim Group.
In partnership with internationally renowned designer Liz Claiborne, MAF Fashion’s portfolio boasts brands such as Jane Norman, Monet, Mexx, Lucky Brand Jeans, Fat Face, XX by Mexx, Liz Claiborne and Juicy Couture. MAF Fashion has approximately 90 retail outlets across the Middle East comprising of stand alone stores as well as store within store concepts.
Juicy Couture is a leading lifestyle brand renowned for their track suits and the loyal celebrity customer following they maintain. Established in 1996, this edgy brand is as known for their signature pink as they are the bold statement the range makes.
As the Store Manager of a Luxury Brand, you will need to understand the unique luxury brand customer profile in conjunction with the operational requirements of a retail store.
This store will demand your full attention to maintain high levels of customer service, meet sales targets, and ensure merchandising standards are adhered to as well as motivate and coach your team.
Requirements
An experienced Retail Manager, you are able to demonstrate success leading and managing staff and have proven results in hitting targets. You are able to lead by example and see the benefits in being out on the shop floor selling and working alongside your team as much as possible.
Well organised and passionate about retail, you understand the operational demands of managing a store and are able to prioritise and plan effectively. You maintain high standards and follow process successfully to make sure the store is profitable and well run.
Juicy Couture will be a pink shopping sensation when it opens in The Pearl in November 2009 so apply online now!
Other Benefits: Annual flights
Other Allowances: A competitive package includes, base salary with housing, transport, utility and clothing allowances.
About the Company
Majid Al Futtaim Fashion provides a platform for the introduction of world-class fashion and retail brands in the region, developing their presence across the Middle East. Their aim is to be the international retail partner of choice for some of the worlds most desirable brands. The Company believes the strength of a brands success is through the focus of its people. Having the right retail structure, with the right people, ensures that a brands integrity is maintained to the highest level and that the customer experience is aligned to global standards.
The leading retail arm of Majid Al Futtaim Ventures, Majid Al Futtaim Fashion has the rights to operate the internationally renowned Juicy Couture brand throughout the region. Juicy Couture is one of the most popular casual luxury brands in the Middle East and continues to be a retail success with over 18 stores currently open across the region and further plans to expand the into new markets in 2014.
Other brands operated by Majid Al Futtaim Fashion include one of the UKs leading fashion retailers Jane Norman, the metropolitan casual lifestyle brand Mexx and ITSUGAR the US confectionary brand with an attitude.
The eclectic Spanish brand Hoss Intropia, and the iconic fashion brand Halston Heritage, were recently added to Majid Al Futtaim Fashions portfolio. Tremendous demand for both brands is anticipated this year with an aggressive rollout of new stores planned throughout the region.
In early 2013, Majid Al Futtaim Fashion announced a joint ventures agreement with the leading American retailer and casual wear clothing brand, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F), with respect to its Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch brands. The agreement is to develop Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitchs presence within the UAE, further supporting the brands international growth. As Abercrombie & Fitch Co.s first physical foray into the Middle East, the landmark joint venture partnership with Majid Al Futtaim Fashion should significantly broaden A&Fs regional potential across the GCC, further adding to the regions offering of exceptional market leading international brands.