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Director of Fashion
Fashion
Birmingham
Permanent
Updated February 21, 2012
Reporting to the Managing Director you will have accountability for delivering the Company's strategic plan for fashion. Through leading the merchandise functions you will develop and implement improved sourcing and supply chain practices with the ultimate aim of increasing member profitability.The role has four head of department reports who each manage the ladieswear, menswear, childrenswear and fashion retail product areas.
Whilst not an exhaustive list some of the main responsibilities include;
• With the head of departments formulate and implement seasonal product strategies
• Develop the existing own label proposition with a view to driving its share of the fashion business whilst improving its profitability
• Effectively review and manage the supplier base, making changes where necessary
• Deliver financial growth within agreed targets across the fashion business
• Effectively lead and develop the overall fashion team
Who we're looking for
We are looking to identify an experienced fashion buying director who has demonstrated a capability to develop a compelling customer proposition. This experience will also allow you to meet the following criteria;
• An exceptional track record of delivery within own label.
• Whilst the role has overall accountability for all fashion areas the Board view ladieswear as the biggest opportunity and for this reason experience within this field is essential.
• Extensive product development and sourcing experience which is likely to cover the UK, Europe and the Far East.
• Experience of dealing with quality garments constructed for a demanding consumer
• Proven leadership and development of a large team, with ability to develop capability and internal succession planning
About our client
Associated Independent Stores, or AIS, is the largest independent, non-food buying group of its kind in the UK with a combined membership turnover of c.£2 billion. The Group has a membership of 360 independent department stores and 900 outlets across the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands.
AIS enables independent retailers to profit from the level of buying power and services normally enjoyed by big high street chains - yet with no loss of their independence.
The principal objective of AIS is to increase member profitability. Collective buying power means that major brands across a wide range of fashion, furniture, floor coverings and homewares merchandise are keen to do business with AIS. As well as providing members with access to major brands in all categories of the merchandise mix, the Group's in-house team of experienced selectors source exclusive products and develop own brands to strengthen the independent retailer's point of difference in the high street.
The fashion division has reached an exciting stage in its development and the Group has outlined plans to invest in and grow the business further. For this reason the role of Director of Fashion has been created to help lead the team and deliver this.
What's on offer
Excellent basic salary and benefits
Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on 0161 828 6338.
Job Ref: 13205995
Your application will be sent to Graham Lucas.
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