Market Specialist Job in San Francisco (California, USA, United States)

Job Code :11698
Division :Luxottica Group
Location :San Francisco CA US 94146

% of Travel Required :60-70%
Job Type :Full Time
Career Level :Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education :Bachelor's Degree
Skill :Marketing --Event Coordination, Business Development, Merchandising

Category :Retail/Optical
Job Description :
Summary
In collaboration with the Director STT, the Market Specialist is responsible for assisting the DS Account Manager in executing in-store selling strategies that that will, within the parameters of the annual STT budget, effectively ensuring the timely sell-through of Luxottica products at retail.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Works with DS Account Managers and In-Store Sell-Through Teams to achieve sales goals and objectives in selected stores
Coordinates in-store sales activities to facilitate sell-through of Luxottica brands at retail; develops and executes in-store promotions and special events to positively influence sales
Establishes strong/long term working relationships with store personnel, focusing on key areas such as visual displays, personal shopping and department management
Works with store management to ensure/capture prominent product placement; ensures all product styles are properly displayed and readily available on the selling floor
Ensures that brand image is maintained for all Luxottica brands in assigned retail stores
Ensures that all Luxottica Sun product merchandising standards are adhered to
Coordinates and assists in set-up of new stores and product moves and changes
Ensures that visual management signing is correct and properly displayed in accordance with brand agreements
Assists retail customers with Luxottica product selection while in store
Is knowledgeable of, and keeps current with all Luxottica products, services, promotions, advertising and competitive offers to facilitate sales efforts; maintains awareness of competitors' products promotions and services
Keeps abreast of sales by door and regularly provides feedback to DS Account Managers, Retail Market Manager/Coordinator and Director, In Store Service Team, on store events and product activity
Assists in the development and execution of training meetings for store selling staff
Maintains professional standard through appropriate dress and attire, business communication skills and knowledge of market trends in the retail and fashion design industry
Responsible for completing all store re-cap sheets on a weekly basis; provides timely completion of other assigned paperwork and other reporting requirements
Job Requirements :
Knowledge and Skills
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Knowledgeable of all Luxottica products and brand lines
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated sales, merchandising and training techniques and strategies
Ability to quickly generate and initiate creative solutions