Overview

Summary

About Us

Cristóbal Balenciaga founded the House in 1917 in his home of Spain. In 1937, he established the brand in Paris, designing its collections there until 1968.Cristóbal Balenciaga had a reputation as a couturier of uncompromising standards and was referred to as “the master of us all” by Christian Dior and as “ The Couturier of the Couturiers” by Gabrielle Chanel. The ultra-modern shapes were trademarks of the house.

While the brand’s identity is firmly rooted in its highly conceptual prêt-à-porter collections, its leather goods, footwear, and accessories experience worldwide success as well. Among the archetypal products of the House are its handbag collections. A new focus on the development of Balenciaga ready-to-wear collections for men was quickly established as highly successful.

Since October 2015, Demna Gvasalia has designed both men’s and women’s collections as the artistic director.

The Balenciaga House, part of the Kering group since 2001, is one of the most influential names in fashion.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Store Administration Assistant who will report to the Store Manager as part of our Harrods team.

Your opportunity

To contribute to increase store turnover by participating to the merchandise flow management within the store and strictly follow all internal procedures in terms of logistics .

How you will contribute

Ensure all transactions are put through the till correctly

Ensure any discrepancies are investigated thoroughly and reported to the store manager

Be aware of the company return policy and ensure all exchanges and refunds are authorised

Maintain a high level of communication with clients, colleagues and all members of management

Carry out any administrative tasks for the store manager/assistant store manager

Answer any telephone or email queries on behalf of the store

Monitor CRM

Be aware of store targets at all times

Replenishment request of consumables

Repairs management – requesting items to be sent back for repair or to order spare parts

Manage all petty cash and store expenses including liaising with the accounts department and following the relevant policies and procedures

Sales support on shop floor when requested by management

Reaching exceptional standards of excellence in customer service

Develop and maintain good product knowledge and an understanding of current trends and informing customers accordingly

Handling customer queries and seeking management advice where appropriate

Ensuring till reconcilliatons are kept up to date

Ensure after sale cases are managed promptly and to a high level of customer service.

Support with the investigation of negative stock on hand items

Support with inter store transfers

Ensuring audit paperwork is on hand and updated – stock counts , voids , over rides

Ensure that staff uniforms are managed and received

Support with collating rotas and staff holiday calendar

Who you are

At least 2 years of successful experience in a store environment

Rigor , sense of organization and priorities management

Excellent interpersonal skills

Availability , adaptability , sense of service, team spirit

A good knowledge of IT and Excel

A product sensitivity and a strong market and fashion trends knowledge would be an asset

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Balenciaga adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Atelier in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce . We believe diversity in all its forms – gender , age , nationality , culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace . It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2022-02-05

Schedule

Full time

Organization

Balenciaga UK Ltd.

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BALENCIAGA Administration Assistant (Harrods)