GGT Career Corner: Baby Phat job postings

Our sources say Kimora is a great person to work with. We have never worked with her and therefore, couldn't tell you ourselves. Jobs #1 and #2 are with the Phat Fashion division (Phat Farm, Baby Phat brands); Job #3 is working with Kimora's new holding company.

JOB OPENING #1: SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING (New York City)
A multi-billion dollar global brand apparel company is seeking a well-experienced and results-oriented Senior Vice President of Marketing for its $800+ million pop culture-oriented lifestyle fashion division.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Lead global sales and marketing efforts with a strong branding and ROI focus.
• Manage branding, marketing, public relations, advertising, licensing compliance, international development and retail development.
• Manage communication and relationships with domestic and international production companies, vendors, and the media (including national and regional fashion and lifestyle press).
• Develop and manage budgets.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration (a Master’s degree is a plus). 10+ years of Marketing and Public Relations experience with both men’s and women’s luxury brands. Strong leadership, organizational, strategic, collaborative and creative problem-solving skills. Experience with executing fashion show executions is a plus. Must currently reside within the New York City area. Well qualified and interested Applicants only. Please email your desired position, resume and salary requirement ASAP to: susan@susanlongwalshandassociates.com No telephone inquiries please.

JOB OPENING #2: DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS (New York City)
A multi-billion dollar global brand apparel company is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Director of Public Relations for its $800+ million pop culture-oriented lifestyle fashion division.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and execute creative strategies that build brand recognition through proactive press execution, attention-grabbing events, marketing and promotional programs.
• Manage all media queries and maintain strong relationships with publication editors in order to obtain product placement.
• Partner with creative agencies to develop creative, innovative concepts, sponsorships and promotions; and seek new promotional partners and innovative mediums to enhance brand images.
• Generate all press releases on collections and new developments.
• Coordinate store openings, special events and product launches.

QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration. 5+ years of Marketing and Public Relations experience with both men’s and women’s luxury brands. Strong communication, project management, creative problem-solving and collaborative skills. Experience with executing fashion show executions is a plus. Must currently reside within the New York City area. Well qualified and interested Applicants only. Please email your desired position, resume and salary requirement ASAP to susan@susanlongwalshandassociates.com No telephone inquiries please.

JOB OPENING #3: CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (New York City)
A leading fashion apparel icon and television celebrity is seeking an entrepreneurial Chief Operating Officer for a newly-created start-up company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Establish new corporate identify and infrastructure Manage and negotiate all deals and related legal contracts and strategic partners Provide budget and financial management and accounting oversight Oversee general administration and human resources, branding/marketing/ promotions, risk management and technology and web-based assets. Manage the company’s overall profitability

QUALIFICATIONS:
An experienced Attorney in product licensing and contracts (apparel industry is a plus) Solid experience in financial management and/or accounting A passion for working in an entrepreneurial start-up environment Strong contract/legal, financial, operational, organizational and communication skills A combination of degrees and certifications -- J.D./MBA or J.D./CPA -- is a requirement. Must currently reside within the New York City area. Well qualified and interested Applicants only.

Please email your desired position, resume and salary requirement ASAP to susan@susanlongwalshandassociates.com No telephone inquiries please.


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