Buying & Merchandsing Testimonials
Candidate
"I have worked with Michael Page Retail for a number of years, dealing with both the Birmingham and Manchester Buying & Merchandising teams. Michael Page Retail differ from many retail agencies in that they really get to know you, your strengths, aspirations and your approach to business. They only approach businesses that fit! The end result is that your skills, approach and attitude are matched with the right businesses right from the start.
In challenging times I can think of few who are as honest and work so hard on your behalf. Having been a candidate would I use them as a client…definitely."
Merchandiser
Claire’s Accessorises
Client
"After engaging a number of recruitment companies to support our launch into the UK market, Michael Page Retail has fast become our preferred supplier for Senior Store and Head Office roles. This is based on their ability to deliver both high calibre candidates and consistently high levels of service. I have been extremely impressed and would have no hesitation in recommending them to any other business."
Senior Resource Manager
Best Buy
"I have recently worked with the Michael Page Retail’s Buying & Merchandising team in St Albans and have found the service exceptionally proactive, committed and adaptive to the needs of our business. The consultant involved has gone the extra mile for both client and candidate and has effectively influenced both parties to successful outcomes.
I would suggest that anyone looking for support on commercial roles should seriously consider the St Albans team as they will form a key supplier for us going forward."
Head of Recruitment & Training
Mothercare / ELC
"Having worked with a number of recruitment agencies over the years, I have found that many find it difficult to maintain a proactive approach over an extended period of time. This is not true of Michael Page Retail. TJ Hughes has worked with Michael Page Retail on Buying & Merchandising recruitment for four years now and has found that they have remained both proactive and dedicated. The benefit of working with Michael Page Retail is their market knowledge and extensive candidate database.
They are not only able to support us with good calibre candidates but they are also happy to assist with market information, in particular with regard to remuneration and benefits.
Over the four years there has been consistency in their account management, which in turn means they have a well-developed knowledge of our business. The consultants are extremely proactive, always at the end of the phone if we need anything and are quick to respond to any queries.
I would not hesitate in recommending Michael Page Retail’s Buying & Merchandising team to other businesses."
HR Manager
TJ Hughes
"Over the past 18 months I have used Michael Page Retail for both Buying & Merchandising and Operations recruitment needs. The business has a great understanding and level of experience in recruiting within the retail space. They display a proactive approach to identifying suitable candidates who fit the specific brief they are given. I find the team accessible at times which suit the retail environment and allows them to turn assignments around in a timely fashion. I would recommend using Michael Page Retail’s business for your retail recruitment needs."
Former Managing Director
Netto
"Over the past year the majority of external recruits into our Buying and Marketing teams have been found via Michael Page Retail.
Primarily this has been achieved because of their superior screening process, derived from taking the time to understand our business. Consequently we usually receive candidates that potentially can `fit` with our way of working.
In addition their 'pool' of candidates is second to none and we also appreciate the lack of blanket 'broadcasts' of CVs so prevalent with other agencies."
Trading Director
Bargain Booze
"Michael Page Retail offer an extremely efficient, professional and proactive service and through their commitment and hard work have developed a strong understanding of our business and our recruitment needs. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to others, both candidates and clients."
Global Resourcing & Talent Director
The Body Shop
"I have been using Michael Page Retail for the past few months on some senior and difficult vacancies. I found the service to be very efficient, resulting in our successfully filling the challenging vacancies that I presented them with. I will continue to work with Michael Page Retail on Kurt Geiger's buying and merchandising vacancies as a result of the high level of service I have received."
Recruitment Officer
Kurt Geiger Limited
"We used Michael Page Retail to recruit a Merchandising Manager. They invested time in understanding the business and the role which was key, as we are a medium sized business and the role did not fit into the conventional corporate structure."
Finance Director
David Morris
"Michael Page Retail has been one of our preferred suppliers for over two years now and support us with our recruitment for store management, buying, merchandising, legal and taxation roles. The service they deliver has always been exceptional and is also reflected in the quality of their candidates."
Resourcing Advisor
Focus (DIY) Limited
“Birmingham City Football Club is happy to acknowledge the outstanding service received by Michael Page Retail when recruiting for the role of ‘Head of Retail’. Michael Page Retail took on board our needs for the role and provided us with candidates who matched the specification provided. I was delighted with the service, urgency, and attention that Michael Page Retail displayed when undertaking this project, and I would have no hesitation in using them again in the future for our recruitment requirements”.
Human Resources Director
Birmingham City Football Club
