Al Tayer Insignia Jobs & Careers in Kuwait
As a leader in luxury retail in the Middle East, Al Tayer Group's division, Al Tayer Insignia, hosts a portfolio of some of the world’s most luxurious brands in the fashion, jewelry, home and department store categories. Our portfolio, amongst others, includes Bloomingdales, Harvey Nichols, Armani, Coach, Diptique, Kiehls, Gap, Mama & Papa’s, Aati, Magnolia Bakery, Café Nero and many more!
The Al Tayer Group is Headquartered in the UAE and has expanded operations to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Oman. Over the last 40 years, the Al Tayer Group have introduced more than 80 brands into the Middle East. Our portfolio extends across a number of industries, including automotive, retail, hospitality, real estate, contracting and fitting, travel, engineering and medical facilities. Ever-expanding, ever-diversifying, we have grown to become one of the most respected, successful and dynamic companies in the Middle East
Store Manager - B Al Tayer Insignia Jobs in Kuwait
Armani Fashion - Avenues Mall, Kuwait
- Manage and develop the team in order to achieve high levels of revenue, whilst maintaining brand image, operational compliance and customer satisfaction.
- What You’ll Be Doing
- Functional Roles & Responsibilities
- Ensure all Company policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
- Ensure Company Health & Safety standards are adhered to at all times.
- Minimise stock loss through the management, implementation and adherence of ATG policies and procedures.
- Analyse stock management information available to ensure sales opportunities are maximised.
- Provide and analyse reports in order to gain understanding of current performance trends, to identify commercial opportunities and ensure Buying/Planning are aware of stock related feedback.
- Recommend, manage and/or support sales promotions and brand activities through effective planning and preparation to meet expectations. Feedback to relevant parties.
- Drive sales, monitor performance and identify commercial opportunities and make recommendations to meet and exceed sales targets
- Cultivate a culture of excellent customer service, leading by example. Resolve customer complaints effectively and promptly.
- Prepare and implement stock takes in store in liaison with the Operations team.
- Drive sales, monitor performance and identify commercial opportunities and make recommendations to meet and exceed sales targets
- Cultivate a culture of excellent customer service, leading by example. Resolve customer complaints effectively and promptly.
- Minimise stock loss through the management, implementation and adherence of ATG policies and procedures.
- Analyse stock management information available to ensure sales opportunities are maximised.
- Provide and analyse reports in order to gain understanding of current performance trends, to identify commercial opportunities and ensure Buying/Planning are aware of stock related feedback.
- Prepare and implement stock takes in store in liaison with the Operations team.
- Recommend, manage and/or support sales promotions and brand activities through effective planning and preparation to meet expectations. Feedback to relevant parties.
- Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with key business partners.
- Understand customer profiles and ensure feedback is provided on Marketing, Buying and Planning to relevant parties
- Ensure Visual Merchandising standards are maintained within brand guidelines. Imp
Education/Certification and Continued Education
- Graduate in any discipline
- 5-7 years’ experience of successfully running a profitable retail store
Personal Shopper
Brand and Location : Bloomingdales, Kuwait
We are looking for an exceptional personal shopping assistant to initiate and drive a specialist and personalised selection for exclusive customers and contribute to maximise customer satisfaction and customer loyalty.
- Identify the needs of the customer and recommend a range of products to choose from in order to arrive at an appropriate buying decision.
- Analyse consumer behavior and provide superior standards of customer service with an individual using a distinct personalised approach.
- Maintain relationships with key customers by informing them of new arrivals, inviting them exclusively for previews, promotions and activities conducted in stores.
- Provide feedback to buyers on customer preferences
- Maintain confidentiality of customers’ personal information and assure the information will be solely utilised for the store.
- Ensure the customer database is maintained and updated with all the information pertaining to the exclusive customers.
- Develop, grow and establish relationships with customers resulting in the growth of the Personal Shopping customer database.
- Keep abreast of the market trends and competitor activities at all times
Education/Certification and Continued Education
- High School or “O” Levels
- 5-6 years retails sales or customer service experience with luxury brands
- Must be client focused and take initiate to resolve the problems
- Take initiative to seek out responsibilities and follows through on all projects and tasks
- Must have product & brand knowledge
- Has excellent grooming & styling skills
- Must posses strong organizational skills
- Must demonstrate attention to details
- Has the ability to continue client relationship
Buyer - SKIMS Al Tayer Insignia Jobs in Kuwait
SKIMS is a global fashion brand redefining shapewear, loungewear, and everyday basics through innovation and inclusivity. Co-founded by Kim Kardashian, the brand champions body diversity with products for all shapes, sizes, and skin tones. SKIMS is a fast-growing, culture-shaping brand known for bold ideas, meaningful collaborations and empowering people to feel confident every day.
The Buyer is responsible for shape wear, Lingerie and activewear across our multi brands lifestyles in the region. This person is directly responsible for buy strategy to plan, project and identify the requirements of the products, purchasing the required quantities which meets customer needs thereby maximizing profits and providing a commercially viable range of products. This role demands enthusiasm, energy, and a commitment to create an unparalleled shopping experience.
- Analyze market trends, consumer preferences, sell through, seasonal demands etc. to formulate a buying practice in line with consumer /store demands
- Plan and select the range, type, quality and quantity of merchandise according to customer demand, trends, store policies and set prices and sell through targets in conjunction with the Division Merchandise Manager/GMM to ensure they are in line with the budget.
- Carry out purchasing activities in line with the brand purchase plans.
- Keep abreast of market trends and awareness of competitor activities.
- Maintain profitable relationships with existing suppliers/principals and monitor the adherence to the contract terms.
- Monitor the stock levels in the stores; coordinate with planning team to maintain optimal stock levels in line with the consumer demand.
- Support the promotional activities in the store and ensure the merchandise is available in time and in right quantities. Receive and analyze reports on the activities and provide recommendations to the DMM when required.
- Support PR and Marketing teams by guiding and validating the selection of products to be included in planned campaign.
- Negotiate with suppliers on provision of training for the concerned product. Manage the brand training of staff in the area to ensure that the product knowledge is up to date and that all staff are knowledgeable on new products/trends. Prepare regular trends training and deliver to the business units.
- Review buying feedback reports and monitor sales performance on weekly basis against set targets and provide recommendations to DMM as to buying strategy for a respective brand.
- Prepare periodic reports both for the business and as requested by principals analyzing the sale turnover and consumer trends per product to arrive at a proposal to maintain/liquidate/dispose of the stocks in conjunction with Planning and/or continue/discontinue product lines.
- Conduct regular store visits in all markets to review brand performance and competitor activities.
- Provide leadership and direction to subordinates towards the achievement of goals and objectives.
- Guide and motivate subordinates to enhance performance and produce quality work, and ensure that they are continuously developed for higher level roles.
About You The ideal candidate should have the below qualifications, skills, capabilities and experience: Bachelors Degree in any discipline. Qualification in Retailing or Retail Management/ Purchase/ Sales or related programs. 5-8 years in Buying and Merchandising role Strong buying background experience into multi brands shape wear, Lingerie and activewear is a MUST. Relevant experience in buying and supplies, gained within the retail industry. Deep understanding and professional experience with Purchasing Contracts. Strong verbal and written English communication skills. Advanced skills with Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Excellent negotiation, customer service and consulting skills. Strong market knowledge and experience in working across various functions, businesses and GCC regions. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing market dynamics. Knowledge in Micro strategy is preferable Strong Analytical, Leadership skills and Strategic Thinking Good Business Acumen and Results Driven Individual Accountability and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. Possesses a proactive and adaptable approach to work. Enthusiastic about the retail industry and keen to further develop buying skills.