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OPEN POSITIONS AT OUR NEW YORK CAMPUS
NEW YORK – 346 MADISON AVE. NEW YORK, NY 10017 WHO IS BROOKS BROTHERS? Merchandising Production Assistant Merchandising Assistant
Planning & Allocation Regional Store Planner x2 Arthur Allocation Administrator
Marketing
PR Specialist
Technical Design Associate Technical Designer Associate Technical Designer Assistant Technical Designer PLM Administrator
Production Production Assistant Production Associate
Associate Production Manager
Store Operations Store Operations Manager Field Employment Manager
Creative Design CAD Designer Human Resources Training Specialist
Information Technology Help Desk Analyst Sr. Web Developer
BROOKS BROTHERS For nearly two centuries, Brooks Brothers has set the standard for modern American style. Since opening its doors in 1818, Brooks Brothers has become a national icon revered for the quality and classic elegance of its merchandise and services. While fashions come and go, Brooks Brothers has demonstrated that the desire for quality and classic clothing remains constant. Brooks Brothers has ultimately come to define classic, quintessential American style. At Brooks Brothers, career opportunities are varied and challenging with ever-increasing occasions for growth and advancement. We rely on each and every Associate to convey a personal commitment to his or her position. This dedication helps us to provide fulfilling assignments… and enables us to utilize, inspire every one of our Associate to become an integral part of our legendary brand.
Our New York Campus: 346 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10017 For more information please contact: Stella Ietta - [email protected] Manager, Corporate Recruitment
CAD DESIGNER
Department:
Design
Direct Report:
Director, Fashion Design
POSITION SUMMARY CAD designer inputs yarn dye plaids and stripes, re‐colors and designs prints and patterns. Organizes and maintains CAD files, orders appropriate supplies and maintains equipment . Interfaces with merchant team and fashion office.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Inputs yarn dye plaids and stripes‐ ability to create and recolor patterns into seasonal palette without supervision.
Designs or modifies prints, puts prints into standard repeats.
Matches seasonal color palettes with CAD printer.
Organizes CAD files‐ maintains books with printouts of work done
Orders appropriate supplies and maintains equipment in a timely manner.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Knowledge of Ned Graphics, & photoshop/illustrator. Excellent understanding of weaves software packages. Great color skills and ability to create and re‐design patterns. Some print – working from antique textiles, re‐ coloration of existing designs and some original print creation.
College Degree
3‐5 years experience‐ understanding of better market, merchant driven brand (e.g. polo, j crew, or limited brands a plus).
* Requirements
ASSOCIATE TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Department:
Technical Design
Direct Report:
Technical Designer
POSITION SUMMARY Assists Technical Designer in the development of product, working closely with merchandising, design and production teams from proto type to production, adhering to the Diamond Cycle procedures to ensure high standards of quality in fabric, fit and construction.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Measure and evaluate proto type and fit samples for fabric, fit and construction. Interaction with Design, Merchants and Production throughout the entire process (design to production) is critical to achieve this.
Develop good working relationships with the Merchants and vendors to achieve an understanding of the technical and quality requirements of Brooks Brothers.
Organize & manage fitting sessions with or without the Technical Designer to process the garments from prototype to production.
Maintain accurate files and administration on all products and approval of samples in accordance wit the Time and Action Calendar.
Review fabric and garment test results advising the mill/vendor on borderline and failing results and where performance improvement is required.
SPECIFIC SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS
PC skills, typing, Word, Excel, PDM type program. Must know basic math (fractions), sewing.
College degree or equivalent experience in related field.
3+ yrs technical design experience.*
* Requirements
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT, ACCESSORIES
Department: Direct Report:
Accessories Merchandising Manager, Product Development
POSITION SUMMARY Assist and support the PDM team through assortment planning and execution, performing weekly and seasonal style analysis, tracking delivery to maintain floor set deadlines and organization of PDM office. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for the creation, maintenance, accuracy and communication of product development and production documents.
Ensure proper maintenance of sample library, including distributions, tracking and archiving of samples to merchants, PR Dept., Catalog Dept.
Responsible for monitoring quality updates and delivery schedule status.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
College Degree or equivalent experience.
1+ years experience in production, product development, or merchandising in accessories.
* Requirements
TRAINING SPECIALIST
Department:
People Services
Direct Report:
Director, Organizational Development
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for supporting and developing training initiatives for Brooks Brothers Associates. Produce product knowledge training materials and support organizational communication, new store openings and Brand Education program. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Researches, develops and facilitates on-boarding, customer experience, product and cultural training to meet the needs of the organization. Collaborates with subject matter experts throughout the organization to deliver effective training pieces. Researches, develops and implements leadership training for Store and Corporate Management Associates. Conducts needs assessments, researches vendors and delivery options along with facilitating as needed. Researches, develops and executes sales recognition programs which support LPTW and the cultural fit of the organization.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Store experience, stand up facilitation, writing and training development.
Expert ability in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, intermediate ability in Photoshop, Quark and other desktop publishing applications,
Ability to travel 5-8 days/month
* Requirements
FIELD EMPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department: Direct Report:
Store Operations Sr. Vice President, Retail Stores
POSITION SUMMARY Prioritize, develop, communicate and implement recruitment strategies/practices to hire qualified store management and Brooks Brothers field executives, and achieve fully staffed and diversity business objectives. Provide strategic support in management of key position openings at District level and new/existing store locations.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
In partnership with District Managers, recruit and select management and other key positions for new and existing stores.
In partnership with District Managers identify and execute regional succession strategies/plans to reduce regional turnover percentage and ensure fully staffed stores.
Train new multi‐unit and key store managers in recruiting and selection. Deliver feedback on associate satisfaction.
Educate field management Associates on Human Resource Programs and communicate issues/concerns to Human Resource team to ensure integrity and compliance with Human Resource practices.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Microsoft Office Applications; Outlook
Bachelors Degree Preferred
Minimum 3‐5 years of retail recruiting and/ or experience recruiting in a customer service oriented industry. Agency experience a plus.
* Requirements
REGIONAL STORE PLANNER (X2) Internal Job Posting Posting Date: 6.4.07
Department:
Allocation
Direct Report:
Director, Allocation
POSITION SUMMARY Drive sales and stock content for regional strategies and focus stores in all channels of distribution. Responsible for communicating store profiles, regional strategies and new store goals. Responsible for topside location merchandise plans.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for working with Planning and Store group to communicate store financial and content opportunities. Work with Arthur system to develop channel sub‐dept plans for merchandise categories. Provide Focus store opportunities.
Provide weekly analysis of storesʹ sales performance through communication with Allocation and Planning team, reporting exceptions in order attain proper inventory to maximize performance.
Liaison with Store Operations team and Regional Store management and Merchant/Planning team to collaborate on transfers, recalls and special requests.
Liaison with other channels of business including Direct Marketing and/or International team to support procurement of merchandise needs.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Knowledge of merchandising concepts and retail math required. Experience with JDA software applications: planning, allocation and replenishments is important. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite is necessary.
Bachelorʹs Degree
Three to five years of applicable experiences in retail, preferable planning, allocation and/or replenishment.
* Requirements
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Department: Direct Report:
Production Production Manager
POSITION SUMMARY This position acts as a support to the Production Associate position. Production Assistants are expected to develop a solid understanding of the style creation and purchase order entry process in Blue Cherry and assist the P.O. Reps as needed. This position is responsible for maintenance of department administration, tracking and preparing packages, samples, lab dips and approval submits. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Maintenance of specific aspects of the product development sheets and line progress charts.
Accuracy and timeliness of PO style creation and PO creation.
Tracking & logging of sample submits and lab dips.
Regular updating of production flow charts for the department including tracking of time sensitive activities, such as fabric ex mill, cut and shipping dates.
Other duties as necessary.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Excel (all Microsoft Office Applications), Access, JDA
College Degree Preferred
Internship or Classes focuses on production/technical design; or previous experience in a retail production role.
* Requirements
MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT
Department: Direct Report:
Merchandising, Accessories Merchandise Manager
POSITION SUMMARY Assist and support the merchant team through assortment planning and execution; performing weekly and seasonal style analysis, tracking delivery to maintain floor set deadlines and organizing buyer office.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for the creation, maintenance, accuracy and communication of merchandise documents (assortment plan, Web PDM).
Create commitment sheets through coordination of information from all business channels relating to specific product categories.
Assist buyer/merchandise manager on creation of seasonal assortment.
Insure proper maintenance of sample library including distributions, tracking and archiving of samples
Assist buyer/merchandise manager in analysis of seasonal merchandise performance. Produce weekly reports on best sellers and product sell through.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
College Degree or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
1+ years experience in Merchandising.
* Requirements
STORE OPERATIONS MANAGER, RETAIL
Department: Direct Report:
Store Operations Sr. Vice President
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for developing communication processes and practices which are responsive to the needs of the field organization and are integral to the achievement of our Customer and Associate experience objectives. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Research, develop and implement best practices for new technology (Store Portal) and process improvement to support the Customer experience goals.
Manage and interpret communication from business partners to field organization which insures clarity and consistency and meets business objectives.
Research, develop and implement operational policies to support the customer experience goals.
Collaborate with functional business partners to develop, launch and assist SVP in ongoing management of programs designed to achieve business objective (Annual Company Meeting, Brooks Brothers Institute, Go Platinum Program, Inventory Management, Mystery Shop Program).
Identify, develop and design, where appropriate, tools/reports for multi‐unit managers to assist them in achieving business objectives.
Management of the Legendary Management Training Program to meet the needs of the field organization. (Assessment and selection of TSMs, partnering with SME’s to develop program content, training and ongoing development of TSM’s).
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Powerpoint, Excel. Excellence in written and verbal communication. Exceptional customer service. Ability to problem solve and seek resolution. Capability to build relationships and interact with Senior Management.
5+ years experience in Corporate Store Operations or multi‐unit management.
* Requirements
PR SPECIALIST
Department:
Public Relations
Direct Report:
Director, PR
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for PR initiatives (print, tv) for the multiple Brooks Brothers divisions. Produce seasonal Press Preview events as well as events in key markets. Oversee all aspects of television and film promotions, opportunities & product placement, as well as key sponsorships including Super Saturday to benefit OCRF. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Work with editors, stylists and producers to select products for editorial coverage in top tier media outlets, as well as coordinating all interview requests.
Responsible for all aspects of press preview event production as well as look book production & distribution.
Produce monthly activity report highlighting print & television placements that is distributed to executives and key merchants broadening the awareness for Brooks Brothersʹ PR efforts and successes.
Coordinate all Manhasset Events (totaling 5 for fall ʹ06), including large scale events such as Champions for Charity and Long Island Mentoring in Spring ʹ06.
Coordinate all aspects of film & television opportunities and product placement including Stephen Colbert. Present opportunities for Brooks Brothers products to be featured in films. Present filming opportunities at the store and promotional opportunities to become involved in the films release.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
3+ years PR experience in a corporate/ agency environment; retail experience a plus.
Proficiency in all Microsoft Applications.
BA or equivalent experience
* Requirements
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
Department: Direct Report:
Production Associate
Production Manager
POSITION SUMMARY Supports the men’s Shirts and Woven’s clothing category within the business; and given the empowerment to make independent and autonomous decisions regarding the category. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible assisting Production Manager in driving the negotiation process to insure business objectives are met.
Manages the product development process within the category, including counter sampling to offer a full range of product and price alternatives.
Oversee the PO entry process to ensure timeliness, accuracy and amendments.
Manage day to day communications with factories.
Participate in all fit sessions.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Excel (all Microsoft Office Applications), Access, JDA
College Degree or equivalent work experience.
3+ years experience in production/technical design or retail production role.
* Requirements
ASSOCIATE TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Department: Direct Report:
Technical Design Technical Designer
POSITION SUMMARY Assists Technical Designer in the development of product, working closely with merchandising, design and production teams from proto type to production, adhering to the Diamond Cycle procedures to ensure high standards of quality in fabric, fit and construction.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Measure and evaluate proto type and fit samples for fabric, fit and construction. Interaction with Design, Merchants and Production throughout the entire process (design to production) is critical to achieve this.
Develop good working relationships with the Merchants and vendors to achieve an understanding of the technical and quality requirements of Brooks Brothers.
Organize & manage fitting sessions with or without the Technical Designer to process the garments from prototype to production.
Maintain accurate files and administration on all products and approval of samples in accordance wit the Time and Action Calendar.
Review fabric and garment test results advising the mill/vendor on borderline and failing results and where performance improvement is required.
SPECIFIC SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS
PC skills, typing, Word, Excel, PDM type program. Must know basic math (fractions), sewing.
College degree or equivalent experience in related field.
3+ yrs technical design experience.*
* Requirements
ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Department:
Technical Design
Direct Report:
Production Manager
POSITION SUMMARY Provides support to Technical Designer through tracking and communicating fit comments, maintaining sample room and organizing development.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Creating and maintaining development folders. Creating and maintaining development tracking spreadsheets.
Faxing and filing fit comments, corrections.
Measuring samples for fitting.
Prepare fit lists for fitting.
Maintaining sample closet, boxing samples for sale.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Proficiency with all Microsoft Office Applications.
BA in related field or equivalent experience in Technical Design.
* Requirements
HELP DESK ANALYST
Department:
IS
Direct Report:
Manager, Tech. Operations
POSITION SUMMARY Provides support to end users on a variety of issues. Identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems. Responds to telephone calls, email and personnel requests for technical support. Documents, tracks, and monitors the problem to ensure a timely resolution. Performs server upgrades and maintenance as needed. Responsible for maintaining network infrastructure environment and Telecommunication.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems as identified through phone calls, emails, and Help Desk Tickets.
Documents, tracks, and monitor problem queue to ensure timely resolution of issues. This includes entry of all Help Desk related issues received through phone calls and customer contact.
Maintains hardware and software equipment in Corporate Office including inventory management.
Support Installation of equipment in corporate location and remote sites including: field laptops, New Hire setup, Active Directory/Exchange and telephone.
Troubleshoots network performance issues. Responsible for maintaining backups of all servers/environments. Applies upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment as needed.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
2+ years of telephone Help Desk experience ‐ Windows XP ‐ Office Suite ‐ Basic network knowledge ‐ Windows Server ‐ Active Directory ‐ Exchange ‐ Telephone
Associateʹs Degree or equivalent.
Good/Strong knowledge of Windows XP OS, Telephony, PC Hardware
* Requirements
ARTHUR ALLOCATION ADMINISTRATOR
Department:
Allocation
Direct Report:
Director, Allocation
POSITION SUMMARY Oversee and maintain all functionality within the Arthur Allocation system. Optimize system and user performance. Manage library of need variables/methods. Maintain and set-up of: new stores, location attributes, channel plans, and store grade updates. Develop and maintain training and process documentation. Conduct on-going user training. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Perform Arthur Allocation administrative tasks including set up and maintenance of new stores, channel plans, attributes, store grades.
Ensure user access and oversight of all functional utilities. Responsible for daily support and oversight to ensure accuracy, efficiency and user acceptance of the system. System liaison between business users and IT.
Develop, test, and maintain business and user defined need variables to optimize flow of merchandise.
Provide user training for the allocation organization. Develop process and training documents. Maintain allocation time and action calendar. Collaborate with outside resources for additional training as needed.
Develop and distribute allocation performance reports using Arthur, Retail Ideas and SAS based data sources.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
High level of expertise in relevant allocation systems such as Arthur and MMS. Exposure to reporting tools such as Retail Ideas, SAS. Must be proficient in Excel, data based applications, and allocation method creation.
College degree in related field.
3 + years experience in allocation with technical exposure. Previous experience as a functional administrator of Arthur Allocation is preferred. Ability to train is necessary.
* Requirements
ASSOCIATE PRODUCTION MANAGER
Department:
3rd Party Manufacturing
Direct Report:
Director, Manufacturing/Operations
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for coordinating all development activities, in conjunction with the Sales and Production/Technical teams, to deliver the appropriate product to the customer. Responsible for executing the division's markup goals, as established by the Director of Manufacturing. Responsible for managing orders, inventory, and invoicing to provide legendary customer service. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Coordinate development activities to ensure adherence to time and action calendar.
Provide support to the sales team through effective communication regarding development/order status/shipping and otherwise serve as the customer service arm for the division.
Manage customer orders through the Blue Cherry system from EDI receipt through invoicing.
Manage inventory levels for on‐going uniform programs and stock fabrics/garments whether in the BB inventory or at the vendor.
Assist Director in planning/executing/reporting the financial components of the business, including the establishment of customer pricing that ensures adherence to the divisionʹs margin goals.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Understanding of time and action calendars: how to plan them and who is responsible for each deliverable. Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others to achieve goals. Detail‐oriented and accurate. Ability to manage the business through spreadsheets and other analytical tools.
BA or equivalent.
Very experienced assistant or production associate who is ready for a second experience.
* Requirements
SR. WEB DEVELOPER
Department:
IS
Direct Report:
Manager, IS
POSITION SUMMARY Contributing member of a project team which delivers innovative solutions related to eCommerce applications. Responsible for developing and implementing short tem and long term business solutions on small to medium projects; or portions of a larger project with emphasis on speed, accuracy, efficiencies, and flexibility. Responsible for ensuring appropriate level of support is provided for assigned applications. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Partner with software vendors, RBA business users, IT Management, and other team members to identify areas for process and software improvements. Contributing member of a project team which designs and implements solutions in a timely manner ensuring corporate strategies are supported.
Responsible for ensuring that assigned applications function as designed and are available to users during business hours. Responsible for ensuring production issues are addressed in a timely
Contributing member of a project team who works to ensure systems are successfully implemented within the appropriate time lines and utilizes the RBA Project Life Cycle.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
1+ years software and solutions development in a web‐based environments. HTML, XML, Scripting Languages
Bachelorʹs Degree or equivalent in experience
1+ years web application development
* Requirements
PLM ADMINISTRATOR
Department: Direct Report:
Technical Design Sr. VP, Manufacturing
POSITION SUMMARY To implement, train and support the PDM/PLM system for Brooks Brothers Technical Design, Production, Merchandising and Design teams. Act as the bridge between the user community and the IT team.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
To assist with the implementation of the PDM/PLM system across all relevant areas of the business. Provides input to project plans and provides regular status updates on progress and issues.
Develop training material and technical documentation. Train each of the teams on the PDM/PLM system as well as our vendors and overseas offices.
Acts as the first analyst in resolving reported problems and interfaces with IT to diagnose problems and identify potential system or business solutions
Continually evaluate the processes/ business practices in each of the departments with a view to streamlining the process within the PDM/PLM .
Identify potential issues in business practices and end user adoption and suggests solutions. Daily interaction with IT staff.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Ability to facilitate solutions both during and post implementation.
Ability to translate technical terms to the lay user. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to interface with all levels of the business, IT, internal and external partners/resources.
Ability to negotiate with the business to build consensus and achieve objectives
Previous experience with Gerber Web PDM and other PDM or PLM systems. Knowledge of computer applications, systems development, testing, implementation and support.
In depth knowledge of product development, technical design and sourcing applications.
* Requirements
NEW YORK – 346 MADISON AVE. NEW YORK, NY 10017 WHO IS BROOKS BROTHERS? Merchandising Production Assistant Merchandising Assistant
Planning & Allocation Regional Store Planner x2 Arthur Allocation Administrator
Marketing
PR Specialist
Technical Design Associate Technical Designer Associate Technical Designer Assistant Technical Designer PLM Administrator
Production Production Assistant Production Associate
Associate Production Manager
Store Operations Store Operations Manager Field Employment Manager
Creative Design CAD Designer Human Resources Training Specialist
Information Technology Help Desk Analyst Sr. Web Developer
BROOKS BROTHERS For nearly two centuries, Brooks Brothers has set the standard for modern American style. Since opening its doors in 1818, Brooks Brothers has become a national icon revered for the quality and classic elegance of its merchandise and services. While fashions come and go, Brooks Brothers has demonstrated that the desire for quality and classic clothing remains constant. Brooks Brothers has ultimately come to define classic, quintessential American style. At Brooks Brothers, career opportunities are varied and challenging with ever-increasing occasions for growth and advancement. We rely on each and every Associate to convey a personal commitment to his or her position. This dedication helps us to provide fulfilling assignments… and enables us to utilize, inspire every one of our Associate to become an integral part of our legendary brand.
Our New York Campus: 346 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10017 For more information please contact: Stella Ietta - [email protected] Manager, Corporate Recruitment
CAD DESIGNER
Department:
Design
Direct Report:
Director, Fashion Design
POSITION SUMMARY CAD designer inputs yarn dye plaids and stripes, re‐colors and designs prints and patterns. Organizes and maintains CAD files, orders appropriate supplies and maintains equipment . Interfaces with merchant team and fashion office.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Inputs yarn dye plaids and stripes‐ ability to create and recolor patterns into seasonal palette without supervision.
Designs or modifies prints, puts prints into standard repeats.
Matches seasonal color palettes with CAD printer.
Organizes CAD files‐ maintains books with printouts of work done
Orders appropriate supplies and maintains equipment in a timely manner.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Knowledge of Ned Graphics, & photoshop/illustrator. Excellent understanding of weaves software packages. Great color skills and ability to create and re‐design patterns. Some print – working from antique textiles, re‐ coloration of existing designs and some original print creation.
College Degree
3‐5 years experience‐ understanding of better market, merchant driven brand (e.g. polo, j crew, or limited brands a plus).
* Requirements
ASSOCIATE TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Department:
Technical Design
Direct Report:
Technical Designer
POSITION SUMMARY Assists Technical Designer in the development of product, working closely with merchandising, design and production teams from proto type to production, adhering to the Diamond Cycle procedures to ensure high standards of quality in fabric, fit and construction.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Measure and evaluate proto type and fit samples for fabric, fit and construction. Interaction with Design, Merchants and Production throughout the entire process (design to production) is critical to achieve this.
Develop good working relationships with the Merchants and vendors to achieve an understanding of the technical and quality requirements of Brooks Brothers.
Organize & manage fitting sessions with or without the Technical Designer to process the garments from prototype to production.
Maintain accurate files and administration on all products and approval of samples in accordance wit the Time and Action Calendar.
Review fabric and garment test results advising the mill/vendor on borderline and failing results and where performance improvement is required.
SPECIFIC SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS
PC skills, typing, Word, Excel, PDM type program. Must know basic math (fractions), sewing.
College degree or equivalent experience in related field.
3+ yrs technical design experience.*
* Requirements
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT, ACCESSORIES
Department: Direct Report:
Accessories Merchandising Manager, Product Development
POSITION SUMMARY Assist and support the PDM team through assortment planning and execution, performing weekly and seasonal style analysis, tracking delivery to maintain floor set deadlines and organization of PDM office. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for the creation, maintenance, accuracy and communication of product development and production documents.
Ensure proper maintenance of sample library, including distributions, tracking and archiving of samples to merchants, PR Dept., Catalog Dept.
Responsible for monitoring quality updates and delivery schedule status.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
College Degree or equivalent experience.
1+ years experience in production, product development, or merchandising in accessories.
* Requirements
TRAINING SPECIALIST
Department:
People Services
Direct Report:
Director, Organizational Development
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for supporting and developing training initiatives for Brooks Brothers Associates. Produce product knowledge training materials and support organizational communication, new store openings and Brand Education program. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Researches, develops and facilitates on-boarding, customer experience, product and cultural training to meet the needs of the organization. Collaborates with subject matter experts throughout the organization to deliver effective training pieces. Researches, develops and implements leadership training for Store and Corporate Management Associates. Conducts needs assessments, researches vendors and delivery options along with facilitating as needed. Researches, develops and executes sales recognition programs which support LPTW and the cultural fit of the organization.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Store experience, stand up facilitation, writing and training development.
Expert ability in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, intermediate ability in Photoshop, Quark and other desktop publishing applications,
Ability to travel 5-8 days/month
* Requirements
FIELD EMPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department: Direct Report:
Store Operations Sr. Vice President, Retail Stores
POSITION SUMMARY Prioritize, develop, communicate and implement recruitment strategies/practices to hire qualified store management and Brooks Brothers field executives, and achieve fully staffed and diversity business objectives. Provide strategic support in management of key position openings at District level and new/existing store locations.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
In partnership with District Managers, recruit and select management and other key positions for new and existing stores.
In partnership with District Managers identify and execute regional succession strategies/plans to reduce regional turnover percentage and ensure fully staffed stores.
Train new multi‐unit and key store managers in recruiting and selection. Deliver feedback on associate satisfaction.
Educate field management Associates on Human Resource Programs and communicate issues/concerns to Human Resource team to ensure integrity and compliance with Human Resource practices.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Microsoft Office Applications; Outlook
Bachelors Degree Preferred
Minimum 3‐5 years of retail recruiting and/ or experience recruiting in a customer service oriented industry. Agency experience a plus.
* Requirements
REGIONAL STORE PLANNER (X2) Internal Job Posting Posting Date: 6.4.07
Department:
Allocation
Direct Report:
Director, Allocation
POSITION SUMMARY Drive sales and stock content for regional strategies and focus stores in all channels of distribution. Responsible for communicating store profiles, regional strategies and new store goals. Responsible for topside location merchandise plans.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for working with Planning and Store group to communicate store financial and content opportunities. Work with Arthur system to develop channel sub‐dept plans for merchandise categories. Provide Focus store opportunities.
Provide weekly analysis of storesʹ sales performance through communication with Allocation and Planning team, reporting exceptions in order attain proper inventory to maximize performance.
Liaison with Store Operations team and Regional Store management and Merchant/Planning team to collaborate on transfers, recalls and special requests.
Liaison with other channels of business including Direct Marketing and/or International team to support procurement of merchandise needs.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Knowledge of merchandising concepts and retail math required. Experience with JDA software applications: planning, allocation and replenishments is important. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite is necessary.
Bachelorʹs Degree
Three to five years of applicable experiences in retail, preferable planning, allocation and/or replenishment.
* Requirements
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Department: Direct Report:
Production Production Manager
POSITION SUMMARY This position acts as a support to the Production Associate position. Production Assistants are expected to develop a solid understanding of the style creation and purchase order entry process in Blue Cherry and assist the P.O. Reps as needed. This position is responsible for maintenance of department administration, tracking and preparing packages, samples, lab dips and approval submits. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Maintenance of specific aspects of the product development sheets and line progress charts.
Accuracy and timeliness of PO style creation and PO creation.
Tracking & logging of sample submits and lab dips.
Regular updating of production flow charts for the department including tracking of time sensitive activities, such as fabric ex mill, cut and shipping dates.
Other duties as necessary.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Excel (all Microsoft Office Applications), Access, JDA
College Degree Preferred
Internship or Classes focuses on production/technical design; or previous experience in a retail production role.
* Requirements
MERCHANDISE ASSISTANT
Department: Direct Report:
Merchandising, Accessories Merchandise Manager
POSITION SUMMARY Assist and support the merchant team through assortment planning and execution; performing weekly and seasonal style analysis, tracking delivery to maintain floor set deadlines and organizing buyer office.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for the creation, maintenance, accuracy and communication of merchandise documents (assortment plan, Web PDM).
Create commitment sheets through coordination of information from all business channels relating to specific product categories.
Assist buyer/merchandise manager on creation of seasonal assortment.
Insure proper maintenance of sample library including distributions, tracking and archiving of samples
Assist buyer/merchandise manager in analysis of seasonal merchandise performance. Produce weekly reports on best sellers and product sell through.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
College Degree or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
1+ years experience in Merchandising.
* Requirements
STORE OPERATIONS MANAGER, RETAIL
Department: Direct Report:
Store Operations Sr. Vice President
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for developing communication processes and practices which are responsive to the needs of the field organization and are integral to the achievement of our Customer and Associate experience objectives. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Research, develop and implement best practices for new technology (Store Portal) and process improvement to support the Customer experience goals.
Manage and interpret communication from business partners to field organization which insures clarity and consistency and meets business objectives.
Research, develop and implement operational policies to support the customer experience goals.
Collaborate with functional business partners to develop, launch and assist SVP in ongoing management of programs designed to achieve business objective (Annual Company Meeting, Brooks Brothers Institute, Go Platinum Program, Inventory Management, Mystery Shop Program).
Identify, develop and design, where appropriate, tools/reports for multi‐unit managers to assist them in achieving business objectives.
Management of the Legendary Management Training Program to meet the needs of the field organization. (Assessment and selection of TSMs, partnering with SME’s to develop program content, training and ongoing development of TSM’s).
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Powerpoint, Excel. Excellence in written and verbal communication. Exceptional customer service. Ability to problem solve and seek resolution. Capability to build relationships and interact with Senior Management.
5+ years experience in Corporate Store Operations or multi‐unit management.
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PR SPECIALIST
Department:
Public Relations
Direct Report:
Director, PR
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for PR initiatives (print, tv) for the multiple Brooks Brothers divisions. Produce seasonal Press Preview events as well as events in key markets. Oversee all aspects of television and film promotions, opportunities & product placement, as well as key sponsorships including Super Saturday to benefit OCRF. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Work with editors, stylists and producers to select products for editorial coverage in top tier media outlets, as well as coordinating all interview requests.
Responsible for all aspects of press preview event production as well as look book production & distribution.
Produce monthly activity report highlighting print & television placements that is distributed to executives and key merchants broadening the awareness for Brooks Brothersʹ PR efforts and successes.
Coordinate all Manhasset Events (totaling 5 for fall ʹ06), including large scale events such as Champions for Charity and Long Island Mentoring in Spring ʹ06.
Coordinate all aspects of film & television opportunities and product placement including Stephen Colbert. Present opportunities for Brooks Brothers products to be featured in films. Present filming opportunities at the store and promotional opportunities to become involved in the films release.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
3+ years PR experience in a corporate/ agency environment; retail experience a plus.
Proficiency in all Microsoft Applications.
BA or equivalent experience
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PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
Department: Direct Report:
Production Associate
Production Manager
POSITION SUMMARY Supports the men’s Shirts and Woven’s clothing category within the business; and given the empowerment to make independent and autonomous decisions regarding the category. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible assisting Production Manager in driving the negotiation process to insure business objectives are met.
Manages the product development process within the category, including counter sampling to offer a full range of product and price alternatives.
Oversee the PO entry process to ensure timeliness, accuracy and amendments.
Manage day to day communications with factories.
Participate in all fit sessions.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Excel (all Microsoft Office Applications), Access, JDA
College Degree or equivalent work experience.
3+ years experience in production/technical design or retail production role.
* Requirements
ASSOCIATE TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Department: Direct Report:
Technical Design Technical Designer
POSITION SUMMARY Assists Technical Designer in the development of product, working closely with merchandising, design and production teams from proto type to production, adhering to the Diamond Cycle procedures to ensure high standards of quality in fabric, fit and construction.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Measure and evaluate proto type and fit samples for fabric, fit and construction. Interaction with Design, Merchants and Production throughout the entire process (design to production) is critical to achieve this.
Develop good working relationships with the Merchants and vendors to achieve an understanding of the technical and quality requirements of Brooks Brothers.
Organize & manage fitting sessions with or without the Technical Designer to process the garments from prototype to production.
Maintain accurate files and administration on all products and approval of samples in accordance wit the Time and Action Calendar.
Review fabric and garment test results advising the mill/vendor on borderline and failing results and where performance improvement is required.
SPECIFIC SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS
PC skills, typing, Word, Excel, PDM type program. Must know basic math (fractions), sewing.
College degree or equivalent experience in related field.
3+ yrs technical design experience.*
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ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Department:
Technical Design
Direct Report:
Production Manager
POSITION SUMMARY Provides support to Technical Designer through tracking and communicating fit comments, maintaining sample room and organizing development.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Creating and maintaining development folders. Creating and maintaining development tracking spreadsheets.
Faxing and filing fit comments, corrections.
Measuring samples for fitting.
Prepare fit lists for fitting.
Maintaining sample closet, boxing samples for sale.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Proficiency with all Microsoft Office Applications.
BA in related field or equivalent experience in Technical Design.
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HELP DESK ANALYST
Department:
IS
Direct Report:
Manager, Tech. Operations
POSITION SUMMARY Provides support to end users on a variety of issues. Identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems. Responds to telephone calls, email and personnel requests for technical support. Documents, tracks, and monitors the problem to ensure a timely resolution. Performs server upgrades and maintenance as needed. Responsible for maintaining network infrastructure environment and Telecommunication.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems as identified through phone calls, emails, and Help Desk Tickets.
Documents, tracks, and monitor problem queue to ensure timely resolution of issues. This includes entry of all Help Desk related issues received through phone calls and customer contact.
Maintains hardware and software equipment in Corporate Office including inventory management.
Support Installation of equipment in corporate location and remote sites including: field laptops, New Hire setup, Active Directory/Exchange and telephone.
Troubleshoots network performance issues. Responsible for maintaining backups of all servers/environments. Applies upgrades, patches, and new applications and equipment as needed.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
2+ years of telephone Help Desk experience ‐ Windows XP ‐ Office Suite ‐ Basic network knowledge ‐ Windows Server ‐ Active Directory ‐ Exchange ‐ Telephone
Associateʹs Degree or equivalent.
Good/Strong knowledge of Windows XP OS, Telephony, PC Hardware
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ARTHUR ALLOCATION ADMINISTRATOR
Department:
Allocation
Direct Report:
Director, Allocation
POSITION SUMMARY Oversee and maintain all functionality within the Arthur Allocation system. Optimize system and user performance. Manage library of need variables/methods. Maintain and set-up of: new stores, location attributes, channel plans, and store grade updates. Develop and maintain training and process documentation. Conduct on-going user training. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Perform Arthur Allocation administrative tasks including set up and maintenance of new stores, channel plans, attributes, store grades.
Ensure user access and oversight of all functional utilities. Responsible for daily support and oversight to ensure accuracy, efficiency and user acceptance of the system. System liaison between business users and IT.
Develop, test, and maintain business and user defined need variables to optimize flow of merchandise.
Provide user training for the allocation organization. Develop process and training documents. Maintain allocation time and action calendar. Collaborate with outside resources for additional training as needed.
Develop and distribute allocation performance reports using Arthur, Retail Ideas and SAS based data sources.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
High level of expertise in relevant allocation systems such as Arthur and MMS. Exposure to reporting tools such as Retail Ideas, SAS. Must be proficient in Excel, data based applications, and allocation method creation.
College degree in related field.
3 + years experience in allocation with technical exposure. Previous experience as a functional administrator of Arthur Allocation is preferred. Ability to train is necessary.
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ASSOCIATE PRODUCTION MANAGER
Department:
3rd Party Manufacturing
Direct Report:
Director, Manufacturing/Operations
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for coordinating all development activities, in conjunction with the Sales and Production/Technical teams, to deliver the appropriate product to the customer. Responsible for executing the division's markup goals, as established by the Director of Manufacturing. Responsible for managing orders, inventory, and invoicing to provide legendary customer service. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Coordinate development activities to ensure adherence to time and action calendar.
Provide support to the sales team through effective communication regarding development/order status/shipping and otherwise serve as the customer service arm for the division.
Manage customer orders through the Blue Cherry system from EDI receipt through invoicing.
Manage inventory levels for on‐going uniform programs and stock fabrics/garments whether in the BB inventory or at the vendor.
Assist Director in planning/executing/reporting the financial components of the business, including the establishment of customer pricing that ensures adherence to the divisionʹs margin goals.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Understanding of time and action calendars: how to plan them and who is responsible for each deliverable. Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others to achieve goals. Detail‐oriented and accurate. Ability to manage the business through spreadsheets and other analytical tools.
BA or equivalent.
Very experienced assistant or production associate who is ready for a second experience.
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SR. WEB DEVELOPER
Department:
IS
Direct Report:
Manager, IS
POSITION SUMMARY Contributing member of a project team which delivers innovative solutions related to eCommerce applications. Responsible for developing and implementing short tem and long term business solutions on small to medium projects; or portions of a larger project with emphasis on speed, accuracy, efficiencies, and flexibility. Responsible for ensuring appropriate level of support is provided for assigned applications. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Partner with software vendors, RBA business users, IT Management, and other team members to identify areas for process and software improvements. Contributing member of a project team which designs and implements solutions in a timely manner ensuring corporate strategies are supported.
Responsible for ensuring that assigned applications function as designed and are available to users during business hours. Responsible for ensuring production issues are addressed in a timely
Contributing member of a project team who works to ensure systems are successfully implemented within the appropriate time lines and utilizes the RBA Project Life Cycle.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
1+ years software and solutions development in a web‐based environments. HTML, XML, Scripting Languages
Bachelorʹs Degree or equivalent in experience
1+ years web application development
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PLM ADMINISTRATOR
Department: Direct Report:
Technical Design Sr. VP, Manufacturing
POSITION SUMMARY To implement, train and support the PDM/PLM system for Brooks Brothers Technical Design, Production, Merchandising and Design teams. Act as the bridge between the user community and the IT team.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
To assist with the implementation of the PDM/PLM system across all relevant areas of the business. Provides input to project plans and provides regular status updates on progress and issues.
Develop training material and technical documentation. Train each of the teams on the PDM/PLM system as well as our vendors and overseas offices.
Acts as the first analyst in resolving reported problems and interfaces with IT to diagnose problems and identify potential system or business solutions
Continually evaluate the processes/ business practices in each of the departments with a view to streamlining the process within the PDM/PLM .
Identify potential issues in business practices and end user adoption and suggests solutions. Daily interaction with IT staff.
IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:
Ability to facilitate solutions both during and post implementation.
Ability to translate technical terms to the lay user. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to interface with all levels of the business, IT, internal and external partners/resources.
Ability to negotiate with the business to build consensus and achieve objectives
Previous experience with Gerber Web PDM and other PDM or PLM systems. Knowledge of computer applications, systems development, testing, implementation and support.
In depth knowledge of product development, technical design and sourcing applications.
* Requirements
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