Business Director - Fashion and Footwear

Middle East  (New York, NY)

Permanent

Fashion and Footwear Retailer

Added on 12/01/2011

About the company
Our client is an international retail company based in the Middle East.

Job description
To realize the highly ambitious and aggressive expansion plan, the company is looking for a proactive, commercially focused and profit driven Director to lead the Fashion brands. Based in the Middle East, the candidates will have the exciting opportunity to be part of the growth strategy across the region.

The role entails the following main tasks:

• Full P&L accountability and delivery
• A strong focus on operations, product and the customer
• Managing relationships with host brand
• Team development Strategic brand development and business planning
• Strong leadership

Who we are looking for
• 10-15 years gained in Fashion or Footwear including a minimum of 5 years in senior management positions
• A background in product, merchandising and operations
• Used to managing aggressive expansion of a retail chain
• Ability to work in a complex matrix structure
• Working at a senior level in a respected retail group or major multi franchise operation
• International experience preferred
• Commercially astute and profit driven
• An influential, proactive and strong leader
• A proven track record of delivering success through teamwork
• An excellent negotiator
• Comfortable managing complexity
• Influencing rather than directive in style
• Self-aware, flexible and collaborative
• Culturally aware

What's on offer
An attractive expatriate package + bonus + relocation.

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +1 212-661-4800.
Your application will be sent to Olivier Dirdarian with the reference 1230456.
Reference : EXOD1230456