May Brands Recruiting Business Manager

At May Brands we are passionate about retail and our mission is to always deliver exceptional customer service that exceeds expectations. To do this we ensure our staff are happy and motivated about their job.
May Brands (www.maybrands.com.ng) is a fashion retail brand with distributorship licence for Fossil Inc, accredited products. Our headquarters are in Lagos, Nigeria with outlets in the top malls in 5 locations within Nigeria.
We currently stock wrist-watches, handbags, wallets, bracelets & other leather goods,
jewellery (earrings, rings, cufflinks, bracelets) and sunglasses for the following brands:

• Fossil
• Skagen
• Diesel
• Michael Kors
• Marc by Marc Jacobs
• DKNY
• Adidas
• Emporio Armani 

Our business continues to expand across the country and we are looking for individuals who are looking to build careers in retail, are passionate, driven and fashion conscious to fill several positions.

Job Title: Business Manager
Job Location: Lagos
 
The Business Manager is responsible for the implementation of the company strategy at store level including the day –to- day management of store operations to ensure that customer and business expectations are met. This may also include taking the lead for location specific marketing on various media and corporate sales.
Direct reports: Assistant Manager, Sales Assistants
Core Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategy in line with customer behavior and corporate strategy
• Inventory management – stock receipt, management and sales records
• Financial management and banking relations
• Maintain store ambience in line with best practices for cleanliness, arrangement, music and other requirements
• Manage operational team and maintain professional working environment
• Customer management, service and after sales
• Liaison and day to day relationship management with Mall owners and facility management company
• Ensure outlet is opened for business operations as scheduled
• All other requirements to ensure smooth day to day business operations
• Other duties as assigned and relevant to job function

Skills

• Passion for fashion and premium brands
• Leadership skills
• Record keeping
• Good team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Customer Service
• Time management, planning
• Enthusiastic, adaptable and flexible
• Comfortable with Information Technology
• Proficient in MS Word & Excel. Access will be an advantage
• Willing to take on additional responsibility 
• A first degree or equivalent in any Marketing, Business Administration or any social field
• Up to 6 years post NYSC work experience with at least 2 years in leadership position 

Method of Application
To apply for this position, click here to apply online
Deadline: 20th February, 2015