Stock Acquisition Manager – Retail

Excel Recruitment

Naas, Co Kildare
€45,000-50,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

22 days ago
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Stock Acquisition Manager – RetailMy client, a not-for-profit retailer is looking for a Stock Acquisition Manager to acquire stock donations (clothing, furniture, homewares, accessories, jewellery) and purchase vintage clothing for their 130 nationwide stores and online platforms.A big part of this job will involve developing more partnerships with retailers for end of line/faulty/returned stock as well as keeping a focus on local stock donations.The office is based in Naas with two days working from home.The Stock Acquisition Manager will be vital to the growth of the organisation through developing strong relationships and building donor bases and income.Reporting the Head of Business Development, you will have one direct report.The ideal candidate will have a background in fashion and a real passion for pre-loved items coupled with excellent networking skills and tons of charisma to get donators on board!Salary & Package: €45k-€50k, 5% Pension Contribution, 21 days holidays.Responsibilities for the job of Stock Acquisition Manager:

Procurement of all stock – clothing, accessories, homewares, jewellery
Develop partnerships with high-street retailers
Develop partnerships with hospitality for lost property
Deliver local campaigns/appeals
Big focus on sourcing higher end stock for their designer pop up stores
Sourcing of stock for Ebay, and Thriftify (online platforms)
Sourcing vintage clothing
Working with local clubs, schools, and businesses for donations
Manage, develop, and coach the Stock Acquisition Assistant

Ideal requirements for the job:

Proven ability to generate new business across a robust pipeline
Experience of negotiating and positively influencing outcomes
Excellent networking and relationship management skills
Experience of managing budgets and providing accurate financial reports

Should you be interested in this job opportunity please apply or contact Ambyr Medford 01 8717609.

Excel Recruitment