Area Retail Manager

In the world of fast fashion, Calliope is the only brand that, with all-Italian taste, offers a modern, clean and fashionable style we call «light glamour». The collection is always up-to-date, but never extreme and is sold in unique concept stores with an international feel. The brand is designed for men and women aged 25 — 40 who want to dress fashionably, but without being over-the-top. It offers a unique purchasing experience in stores boasting a minimal and contemporary design.

Due to expansion we are looking for Area Manager in Russia and CIS region and Russia far East region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organisation and control of visual merchandising in shops (up to 10 shops);
• Stock control;
• Sales planning and analysis;
• Negotiations with local franchising partners;
• Set standards and objectives for different stores and departments;
• Lead a team of store managers towards effective collaboration and goals achievements;
• Deal with problems by providing creative and practical solutions;
• Analysis of the competitor's market, evaluation of marketing activities;
• Openings of new shops in Russia and abroad.

• Proven experience as area manager, store manager, assistant manager or similar managerial role 1−3 years;
• Independent, good communication, interpersonal and presentation skill;
• Knowledge of performance evaluation metrics and principles;
• Excellent problem-solving abilities;
• High mobility (up to 70% of working time in business trips);
• Confident user of MS Office package;
• English starting from upper intermediate.

Gives advantage:

• Italian language;
• Experience in international companies in Fast Fashion industry, as Area Manager, Visual Merchandiser, Shop Manager.

• Competitive salary;
• Quarterly, early bonuses;
• Business trip to Italy, Europe and CIS countries;
• Medical insurance, life insurance;
• Lunch compensations;
• Mobile phone number and a laptop;
• Possibility of learning Italian;
• Personal and professional growth;
• Discount in company's shops in Russia.