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As of January 17, 2012
 

• new boutique store manager - Twelve Oaks Mall

marlee's by tapper's  - women's accessories - novi,mI

Exciting ground floor opportunity is available to open and manage a brand new boutique featuring stylish, trendy, jewelry and accessories for women Marlee's by Tapper's will be opening at Twelve Oaks Mall in the Spring of 2012 and will offer stylists and lookbooks to assist with selections. Items will include purses, hats, scarves, wraps, belts, etc. in a wide price range, in addition to jewelry from many sought-after designers. Marlee's is a new concept boutique developed by Tapper's Diamonds and Fine Jewelry, a very well-respected jeweler with several locations and 35 years of experience in the metropolitan Detroit area. Recognized for their outstanding customer service, Tapper's promises to maintain this reputation at Marlee's.

Responsibilities will involve hiring, training, motivating and supervising staff with emphasis on exceptional customer service. The Store Manager must enjoy working on the floor with customers as a role model, which is why a passion for women's accessories and jewelry is essential for success in this role. The Manager will also strive toward reaching annual goals of revenue, profitability, inventory turnover and shrinkage. Will also maintain and follow guidelines for reports, inventory counts, audits, transfers, insurances.

We are seeking an extremely dynamic, fashionable, leader with expertise in women's accessories and jewelry. Only those with current store management or department management in women's accessories will be considered. Interviews are being conducted immediately and employment will begin soon so that the selected candidate for this position will be involved in many key decisions prior to the store opening.

Attractive salary and benefit package will be offered, along with growth potential as the Marlee's concept is expected to expand.

Please send a cover letter or note describing why you are the ideal candidate for this refreshing new career opportunity.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to cindy@harperjobs.com

• vice president of food service operations & Business Development-

Variety foodservices, warren, mi

Exclusive Search by Harper Associates

Variety FoodServices Inc., (www.varietyfoodservices.com), is a family owned, independent Food Service Management Company based in Southeast Michigan. Variety provides services to a wide range of segments including School Food Service, B&l Cafeterias, Vending, Office Coffee & Catering. 83 years old and still going strong, the company is expanding and will be diversifying their client base. As a result, a newly created opportunity is available for a dynamic Food Service Operations Executive with expertise in sales and marketing and business development. This is a senior level executive position, reporting directly to the CEO.

We are seeking an exceptional professional (i.e. Regional VP) who is passionate about the industry and has proven success in business development including sales & marketing, client proposals, bid sessions, etc. The ideal candidate for this key role will have extensive operations knowledge in as many of the following areas as possible: School Food Service, Dining/Corporate Catering, Senior Feeding, Healthcare and Corrections.

Candidates with ties to Michigan are preferred.

Excellent compensation package.

All inquiries will remain confidential.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to cindy@harperjobs.com

• DIRECTOR OF MARKETING - TAPPER'S DIAMONDS & FINE JEWELRY - WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI

Tapper's, a local, multi-generation family owned business established in 1977, has an exceptional opportunity available for an experiences Director of Marketing. The ideal candidate for this position is a dynamic and creative professional who can provide strategic marketing direction and further enhance Tapper's stellar reputation for the highest quality standards, personalized service, integrity and community support. The Director will handle Marketing activities for all three retail stores (West Bloomfield, Troy and Novi) along with the 10+ Tapper's Gold Exchange locations.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to overseeing:

• Media Placement and Budgeting

• Co-Op Advertising

• Internal and External Communications

• Special Events

• Public Relations

• Creative and Production Efforts

• Website and Magazine

• Management of Marketing and Communication team members

Only those candidates with a Bachelor's degree will be considered. In addition, significant marketing expertise within a luxury goods retailer recognized for outstanding customer service is required. Prior experience with a variety of media sources including TV, radio, print and social media is essential for success in this role. Excellent compensation package!

Send resume in a Word format attachment to kevin@harperjobs.com 

• Director of sales - holiday inn/splash universe waterpark, dundee, mi

Harper Associates has been retained to conduct an exclusive search for Splash Universe and the Holiday Inn of Dundee, MI. www.splashuniverse.com

This is a terrific opportunity available for an experienced Hotel Director of Sales to join the leadership team at Splash Universe, a 25,000 square ft., year round, indoor water park & hotel. The resort has 163 themed guest rooms and suites and also includes a restaurant, gift shop and video arcade. Splash Universe is located next to Cabela's Outfitters, one of Michigan's most popular tourist spots. The ideal candidate must have hotel sales expertise in the corporate, group and transient markets.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com

• Corporate Meeting and Event Planner –Metro Detroit based, 50% travel

  Ideal candidate will  have Hotel Catering/Convention Services or Meeting/Event Planning Expertise

  
  Responsible for developing and implementing automotive media launches, auto show events and corporate meetings.  Will research site locations to ensure feasibility and capability of vendors.  Develop request for vendor bids and negotiate contracts for facilities, transportation, lodging, food, entertainment and activities.  Provide recommendations to clients on event format, speakers, activities, exhibits and/or entertainment.  Plan, manage and reconcile program budgets.  Create contingency plans and risk management.  

   

  Our client is seeking  a dependable, loyal, detail oriented  team player with effective leadership abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills,  strong work ethic and high quality standards.

   

  Requirements:

• BA/BS or equivalent

• 5-7 years experience in Hotel Catering/Conference Services or Meeting/Event planning

• Domestic Travel 50% of the time

• Willingness to work extended hours as needed in planning and execution of programs

• Self-directed professional able to manage resources (time and budget) to achieve program objectives

   

  Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Thorough food and beverage expertise and creativity

• Proficient in Word, Excel

• Advanced research skills

• Strong negotiation skills

• Menu planning, décor, budget preparation, site reviews, over-all logistics planning, on-site execution, budget reconciliation

• Ability to efficiently develop, budget, manage and execute all aspects of event and meeting planning objectives

Six figure compensation package, excellent benefits

Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com

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