Recruiting Specialists

JOIN OUR TEAM!!!

When we’re asked how our business is dealing with the slow down in the economy,

most people receive a response similar to...”Slow-down? What slow-down?”

Because here at Recruiting Specialists it is as busy as ever!

Which is why as we enter the final months of 2008, we are seeking talented individuals

to join our team! Our company has been in existence for over 25 years and during that time

we have experienced continued growth, especially in the retail segment.

There are new companies on the horizon daily and with only 168 hours in a week,

we can’t handle it all! To be successful in our business you should have:

A depth of knowledge in the retail industry

A self motivated work ethic

And thrive in a high energy, goal oriented environment!

If you would like to know more, please contact cindy@recruitingspecialists.com

A SAMPLE OF OUR CURRENT OPENINGS as of August 7, 2008:

RETAIL

Luxury

Fine Arts Gallery Manager- Contemporary and classic art. Strong sales management experience. Opportunities include Boston, MA and Southern, CA as well as other markets.

Designer Boutique Managers - Store managers and directors needed for upscale designer boutiques in New York City area, Houston, Dallas, Beverly Hills, San Francisco, San Jose, Costa Mesa, Las Vegas, Bal Harbour, Chicago, Boston, Natick , Philadelphia, Georgia, as well as other markets.

Women's Boutique Manager- Luxury Boutique. Must have client book. Located in Cabazon, CA

Fine Jewelry Managers - We are looking for managers in fine/precious jewelry salons in New York, Boston ,Chicago, Tyson, VA, Beverly Hills and Costa Mesa, CA.

Specialty Store Managers- Several new opportunities in the newly expanded Natick Mall. Designer and Luxe brands as well!

Assistant Store Manager, Chicago - Assistant Store Manager for international brand. Must be able to drive business through development of client base.

High End Accessories Boutique - Store Manager opportunities in West Coast locations (Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Costa Mesa, San Francisco and Las Vegas).

Interested? Forward your resume to resumes@recruitingspecialists.com

Specialty Retail

Director of Retail - Growing contemporary brand with 25 U.S. stores. Well recognized bridge brand. New York based.

Director of Outlets - European designers RTW and accessories label. New York based.

Various U.S. locations - Fun, fast growing athletic wear company seeking highly motivated, positive thinking, active individual who believes in the power of athletics and yoga.

Apparel Manager- International retailer seeks store manager with excellent communications skills, strong leadership skills and strength in customer service.

District Managers-Growing specialty company seeks DMs for its Metro NYC, Chicago, Atlanta, and New England locations.

District Manager (California) - Specialty store retailer seeks individuals in California with strong merchandising skills

NY Metro District Manager -Growing fashion company seeks NYC based District Manager to oversee 11 + stores including 2 new store openings in 2008.

Outlet Store Manager, Boston- Opening in 2008. Must possess strong merchandising skills and be able to recruit, train and develop staff. Must have strong operational skills.

Director of Sales Training and Communication - Very rapidly growing fashion accessories retailer has created this new position to oversee training of new management/sales talent.

Interested? Forward your resume to resumes@recruitingspecialists.com

Hardlines

Grocery Store Manager - Rapidly expanding unique grocery chain seeks energetic, hands on managers. New locations throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut.

Sporting Goods/Sports Apparel- Looking for an individual with 2-4 years experience in retail management with a passion for sports. Needs to demonstrate strong customer skills, be energetic, enthusiastic and able to drive a business.

Regional Manager- Specialty chain seeks seasoned individual for Northeast Region covering approximately $200M in sales.

District Managers- Big Box retailer seeking individuals with volume experience of at least $100M for opportunity in the Northeast, New York and New Jersey Looking for someone who is sales focused and believes in customer service as a priority.

District Managers - Hardlines specialty retailer in search of District Managers in California and New Jersey. The districts consist of 10-12 locations with volumes of $25M plus.

Hard Lines Store Manager- Hardlines retailer based in the Northeast is seeking managers and assistants for their continued expansion in New England, New York and Mid-Atlantic regions. Candidates must be high energy and able to work in a fast paced environment.

Big Box Assistant Managers- Retailer whose focus is to provide superior customer service seeks assistants in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and New York.

San Francisco District Manager- Specialty hardlines company seeking individual with ability to provide leadership and sales training to their management staffs

Interested? Forward your resume to resumes@recruitingspecialists.com

Corporate

Executive Compensation Manager-Southern based national retailer seeks executive compensation manager. Candidate needs to be experienced in grants, proxy work and FAS 1 and 2.
Minimum 18 months experience with strong verbal and written skills.

Human Resource Manager-Southern based national retailer seeks Human Resources Manager.
Strong generalist role, not associate relations. Works closely with IT, Finance and other Human Resource areas. Needs to have excellent communication skills. Experience with larger sized company a plus.

Director of Human Resources- Oversee corporate training programs, manage corporate compensation policies and employee relations. Support labor relations activities.

Planner- Growing fashion company based in NYC seeks a Planner to oversee merchandise allocation to 110+ stores.

Footwear Buyer- National retailer seeks experienced footwear buyer in West Virginia, Los Angeles or Atlanta.

Outlet Buyer - Growing outlet division of NY based contemporary designer company seeks merchant to oversee product development and buy for division.

Head Merchant- International retailer looking for a strong buyer to establish product assortment for U.S. locations. Accessories experience preferred.

Accessories and Handbag Buyer- National retailer seeks candidate with strong exprience in handbags, leather goods, hats and jewelry.

Director of Retail Operations- International footwear company seeks individual with experience in training and development,marketing and various H.R. functions.

Director of Merchandising- Oversee development of merchant and planner team for emerging footwear brand.

Merchandise Planner - Massachusetts retailer in need of individuals with the ability to track and forecast business trends. Strong PC and analytical needs are neccessary.

Merchandise Distributor - If you're familiar with Excel and have the ability to follow sales trends, then this international retailer has career growth for you!

Interested? Forward your resume to resumes@recruitingspecialists.com

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Property Manager/Community Director- Numerous positions thougout the U.S.

Regional or District Manager/ Area Director- Third Party property management company seeks individual in Metropolitan areas.

Vice President-Location to be determined

Interested? Forward your resume to resumes@recruitingspecialists.com

HOTELS

Director of Revenue Management - Southern CA. HOT! HOT! HOT- 400 plus room upscale and unique hotel, well-regarded, well-capitalized Hotel Management company owns and operates the property. The opportunity calls for a strong leader in Revenue Management and provides a terrific opportunity for someone to make their mark with a growing company. Terrific corporate culture. They key characteristic here is that the ideal candidate be able to provide Strategic direction as well as Tactical and have experience doing it in a 4 diamond environment in a challenging market. Salary is above market competitive plus 40% bonus max potential.

Director of National Accounts (1) Mid-Atlantic - Must be current National Sales Manager or Director at Large major branded Hotel companies. Luxury or near luxury experience. Lucrative bonus potential. Positions will be based in the territory represented. This company's portfolio is 4 diamond/4 star and has developed a national reputation for service excellence. This represents a career leveraging opportunity to do what you love with a rock-solid and stable organization.

Director of Sales Miami Area, FL - Leave the politics behind and check out this exceptional opportunity for a talented Director. Complete autonomy for your department in a 4 diamond hotel. Needed, is someone that can think creatively, organize, manage and lead at an independent hotel that is operationally humming. Put all you Sales and leadership savvy together to build and train a solid group of professionals. Quality brands only! Salary $100-$110K and realistic bonus benchmarks.

Sales Manager-Corporate - Connecticut - 4 Diamond Branded Full-Service Hotel. Salary $(above market)K plus generous bonus plan. Candidates should have experience with similar upscale properties and have a proven track record of proactive research and prospecting new clients and accounts. This represents an opportunity to make your mark by positioning this property as the destination of choice for business and transient.

Regional Director of Operations - Massachusetts - Dynamic employee-owned company, High-end scratch kitchens presenting food in corporate dining setting. Terrific opportunity for Upscale Hotel F&B Directors that have P&L experience managing $25 + million Food volume in large multi outlet property as well as current contract food service Regional Directors managing upscale dining outlets. No nights and weekends. Salary range $120 - $140k plus bonus.

Director of Business Travel and Entertainment Sales San Francisco, CA - Regional candidates only. Current multiple property experience in Boutique segment. Salary commensurate with experience and great bonus package. A great time to join this growing company!

General Manager Western CT - Represent an award winning Hotel, work in a great environment with excellent base and bonus and receive a top of the line employee focused benefit plan. Please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding this position.

Guest Service Manager - A Great Spot in New England - We have been engaged to locate a hotel professional that can operate at a high level of distinguished customer service and is familiar with this area. This charming, Relais and Chateau retreat would be ideal for guest service professionals ready for the next level. Employee owned company, great benefits, growth in position as well as future developments are all part of this opportunity. Make your mark in a wonderful and supportive environment!

Interested? Forward your resume to resumes@recruitingspecialists.com