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Are you passionate about fashion and skilled in optimizing ecommerce platforms? Can you develop and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders? Do you have a talent for identifying and seizing commercial opportunities in the luxury fashion market? MacGregor Black is currently partnering with a prestigious luxury fashion brand on the search for an Ecommerce Manager. This is a permanent role based in Central London. Click the link to find out more - https://bit.ly/3W1nnvb MacGregor Black, The Complete Talent Partner to the Consumer and Retail industries. #Recruitment #Careers #JobSearch #Hiring #Jobs #Ecommerce

Danone appoints new SVP of Research 👏 The global food and beverage company has appointed Carla Hilhorst to the newly created position of Senior Vice President of Research & Innovation Categories. Hilhorst brings over 30 years of research and innovation experience to the French food producer and will play a key role in the execution of the group's R&I strategy, which is focused on broadening its understanding of consumer and patient needs, advancing medical and nutritional science, and enhancing product development and sustainable growth. She joins the business from Unilever, where she held the role of Chief R&D Officer of the Nutrition Business Group. She will also report directly to Isabelle Esser, who is Chief Research, Innovation, Quality and Food Safety Officer. Esser commented: "We are delighted to welcome an experienced, high-calibre profile like Carla's to our team. Her rich international experience in research and development in the food sector will be an asset in deploying our ambitions to remain at the forefront of our market, as we enter the next chapter of our Renew strategy." Hilhorst added: "This is a real opportunity to explore promising new avenues, in terms of categories and geographies, to meet the needs of consumers and patients. Danone is a unique company with a pioneering spirit, and I am thrilled to be joining as it works to transform its sector." #News #Food #Beverage #Research #Development #Executive #Strategy

MGA Entertainment completes MGA Zapf Creation GmbH merger 👏 Initially announced in late 2023, the merger between MGA, one of the largest privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world, and Zapf, Europe's leading manufacturer of nurturing dolls, has been completed. While there are no plans to make any organisational or operational changes, both businesses will work together to benefit from opportunities such as unifying their approach with global retail partners. Isaac Larian, Founder and CEO of MGA, commented: "After more than 20 years working closely as two separate companies, Zapf Creation has joined the MGA family and we welcome them as a part of MGA." “We look forward to growing both businesses and bringing smiles to children throughout Europe, the US and the rest of the world as one company.” #News #Merger #Growth #Toys #Entertainment #Consumer #Strategy

Are you an experienced Account Manager with a proven track record in FMCG sales? Do you have the skills to develop relationships and manage key accounts with top UK retailers? Can you take full ownership of your account portfolio and to drive category growth? MacGregor Black is partnering with a market-leading FMCG manufacturer on the search for a National Account Manager with Top 6 Grocery Experience. This is a permanent, office-based role in Essex with travel expected. Click the link to find out more - https://bit.ly/4bqJosT MacGregor Black, The Complete Talent Partner to the Consumer and Retail industries. #Recruitment #Careers #JobSearch #Hiring #Jobs #FMCG

Sosandar reports strong YoY growth 👏 The womenswear fashion retailer has revealed a robust performance in the year to 31st March, with revenue up 9% at £46.3m. The brand attributes the growth to its focus on margin, profitability and cash generation, with the company benefitting from an 80% reduction in price promotional activity on its website. Looking to the future, the retailer will continue its focus on growing margins and profitability, whilst also increasing brand awareness and opening its first physical retail stores. Ali Hall and Julie Lavington, Co-CEO's of Sosandar, commented: "We have delivered a robust financial performance for FY24, delivering a profitable second half, accelerating revenue growth whilst at the same time growing our margin and generating cash." “This performance has been achieved against one of the most challenging backdrops our industry has experienced and is a testament to how our customers feel about our on-trend, affordable, long lasting, lifestyle appropriate clothes.” #News #Fashion #Womenswear #Revenue #Growth #Profit #UK

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Are you a master at building world-class brands? Do you have experience in the US beauty and wellness market? Are you a strategic thinker that scales with the best influencers in the game? MacGregor Black is partnered with a leading consumer goods brand on the search for a Senior Influencer and Activations Manager. This is a permanent role based in the USA. Click the link to find out more - https://bit.ly/3LpeO8s MacGregor Black, The Complete Talent Partner to the Consumer and Retail industries. #Recruitment #Careers #JobSearch #Hiring #Jobs #Manager

Smiffys acquired by Ad Populum 👏 The British fancy dress retailer, which has been running for over 100 years, has been bought out of administration by the US gifts and fancy dress specialist. Smiffys will now join Ad Populum's portfolio of brands that includes NECA, Wizkids, Kidrobot, and Rubies. Ad Populum is expected to leverage its product development innovation, creative capabilities and omnichannel retail solutions to grow the Smiffy's brand into a global leader in dress-up, manufacturing and the distribution of costumes and accessories. Joel Weinshanker, Managing Director of Ad Populum, commented: "Smiffys joins the Ad Populum group of full-service, boots-on-the-ground brands that in this day and age are necessary to properly service our retail partners." "Our leading-edge marketing and technological innovation not only provide best-in-class products, but help drive traffic to our partners, creating a truly unique winning offering that is unmatched for consumer demand.” #News #FancyDress #Consumer #Retail #Acquisition #Growth

MAM Baby appoints new Finance Head 👏 The international baby brand has revealed the appointment of Fae Reid as its new Head of Finance and Operations. Reid brings over 20 years of financial experience to the company having held many senior leadership roles across many major retail and consumer goods businesses including River Island, BUTTERFLY TWISTS and Brandalley. The appointment of Reid further bolsters the leadership team following the recent appointment of Damian Butler as Managing Director. Reid will work closely with Butler to drive MAM's ambitious growth strategy as it looks to build on its strong position as category leader in bottles, teats and soothers. Butler commented: "It’s great to be able to welcome Fae to MAM at such an exciting time for the business. Her strong track record working for major retail and consumer goods brands positions her perfectly to help drive our growth ambitions, as we strive to meet the needs of parents at every stage of their feeding journey.” Reid added: "As a loyal MAM customer, I’m really excited to be joining a brand I genuinely love. I know from first-hand experience just how great MAM’s products are and I’m looking forward to working closely with a team that is so passionate about helping parents at such a special time in their lives.” #News #Baby #Retail #Consumer #Finance #Operations #Strategy #Leadership

Kering appoints new President 👏 The French luxury fashion group has appointed Ewa M. Abrams as the new President of Kering Americas, effective 1st August. Abrams, currently General Counsel of Kering Americas, also serves on the board of the Kering Foundation in the Americas and co-chairs the Women In Luxury Americas internal program. She initially joined Kering in 2018 following 17 years at luxury jeweller, Tiffany & Co., where she held the role of Vice President and Associate General Counsel. In a statement, Kering said: "Her [Abrams'] experience within the Group and her extensive knowledge of the Luxury industry will be key to support Kering’s strategy and development in the region." #News #Fashion #Luxury #Kering #Americas #President #Strategy