var xmlString = '<JobSearchResults LookID="fashioncareers">  <!-- Served from  -->  <QueryString>clientid=fashioncareers&amp;stringVar=xmlString&amp;pageSize=4&amp;searchType=featured&amp;outFormat=jsxml&amp;nopageview=1&amp;nouniquevisitor=1</QueryString>  <Jobs>        <Job>         <JobID>44460471</JobID>         <Title>Director of Planning - Luxury Goods</Title>         <Employer>Confidential         </Employer>         <Location>New York, New York</Location>         <Description><![CDATA[Job DescriptionLuxury goods company has an immediate opening for their Director of Sales Planning - Luxury Goods.  This is an excellent opportunity in a rapidly growing company for a candidate with strong luxury goods sales planning experience.  Retail planning experience is highly desirable. Thorough understanding of the retail luxury businessLead team of 3 peoplePartner with internal management and external retailers to develop monthly projections for annual sales, cost of sales and appropriate inventory levelsDevelop inventory budgets and projections for retailer customersForecast seasonal margins and product mixPartner with Merchandise Planning, Sales Team and Finance, keeping all departments abreast of changing landscapeForecast demand and capacity planningManage retail businesses and make recommendations based on productive inventory levelsApprove and communicate product returnsProduce reports on sell through information, top 10 products by category and channelPrepare monthly board reportsMake recommendations on process improvement and enhancement 7-10 years Retail and/or Wholesale Sales Planning, at least 3 at the management levelThorough understanding of retail math and OTB modelsAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft ExcelExperience with Edifice and similar reporting systemsExcellent customer service skillsExperience dealing with retail buying officesFamiliarity and experience running Sales and Operations MeetingsAbility to train and mentor staff at all levelsCan-do attitudePrior experience with major ERP system conversion a plus!Send resume along with cover letter and salary requirements in confidence to luxuryopportunities791@gmail.com    ]]></Description>         <LookID>fashioncareers</LookID>         <Url>http://jobs.wwd.com/careers/jobsearch/detail/jobId/44460471/viewType/featured</Url>      </Job>        <Job>         <JobID>45052646</JobID>         <Title>DIRECTOR OF SALES - WOMEN\'S FOOTWEAR</Title>         <Employer>Johnston &amp; Murphy         </Employer>         <Location>New York, New York</Location>         <Description><![CDATA[DIRECTOR OF SALES  J&M Women\'s Wholesale  To provide leadership in launching and growing the Johnston & Murphy women\'s business in the wholesale channel by developing sales and distribution strategies consistent with the brand\'s premium positioning. Optimal qualifications and experience: • Proven track record of building, leading and directing a high performance sales team in the better or premium women\'s footwear industry • Impeccable reputation built on proven track record and strong relationships with women\'s footwear industry leaders  • Proven ability to thrive in a team environment. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written  • Minimum ten years direct sales and management experience  • 4-year college degree, advanced degree desirable • Independent self-starter and ability to travel extensively Email to: careers@genesco.com]]></Description>         <LookID>fashioncareers</LookID>         <Url>http://jobs.wwd.com/careers/jobsearch/detail/jobId/45052646/viewType/featured</Url>      </Job>        <Job>         <JobID>45108516</JobID>         <Title>Off Price Manager</Title>         <Employer>Seno Jewelry LLC         </Employer>         <Location>New York, New York</Location>         <Description><![CDATA[Position Summary: The Off Price Manager will be responsible for clearing excess inventory through Off Price channels.   Responsibilities: Develop relationships with current and prospective off price retail partners. Work continuously with current and future off price retail partners to sell in discontinued product. Identify and set up new off price channels of distribution.Work closely with merchandising team to identify discontinued product. Manage and run sample sales, employee sales and other off price events. Secure possible pop up sale locations.Identify and set up future off price retail locations.  • 5+ years of prior experience working in off price wholesale sales.  • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word and Powerpoint. • Excellent communication skills required.  • Ability to multi-task, work independently and change priorities in a fast paced environment.  • “Can do”attitude is essential.  • BA or BS degree a plus.   IPPOLITA is a fast-growing designer and marketer of luxury fashion jewelry. Since its inception in 1999, the brand has pioneered the concept of wearing jewelry for everyday occasions. Today, the New York-based company operates like a fashion brand, creating and delivering new collections each season. Known for its fresh and colorful aesthetic and diverse use of materials- including multi-faceted stone bracelets, necklaces and rings- IPPOLITA has a strong following among celebrities and style makers worldwide. Often referred to wearable art, IPPOLITA’s unique designs are regularly featured in premier publications and are carried in fine department stores and luxury jewelry boutiques. Founded by Italian artist and sculptor Ippolita, the company’s core philosophy is that ‘art matters’ and that it exists to make beautiful product that enhances people’s enjoyment of everyday life. Our company culture and values reflect our commitment to quality, creativity, integrity and our employees. We are in search of great talent to continue the brand’s momentum. If you are wildly creative, have a passion for fashion, have a global perspective on business and want to bring your professional expertise to an engaging and rewarding environment, please send your resume and salary requirements to PDurino@ippolita.com for consideration.]]></Description>         <LookID>fashioncareers</LookID>         <Url>http://jobs.wwd.com/careers/jobsearch/detail/jobId/45108516/viewType/featured</Url>      </Job>        <Job>         <JobID>44362250</JobID>         <Title>Public Relations Coordinator</Title>         <Employer>G-Star Raw C.V.         </Employer>         <Location>New York, New York</Location>         <Description><![CDATA[G-Star is a fast growing international denim company that is available in 80 countries. The company has Sales offices on each continent and has currently more than 800 employees worldwide.  The headquarters is based in Amsterdam, where departments such as Styling, Merchandising, Marketing, Logistics, Interiors, Retail and the supporting services are situated. Because of continuous development of the company G-Star seeks to recruit:   Public Relations Coordinator - NY   G-Star Raw is in search of a Public Relations Coordinator for their office in New York. The Public Relations Coordinator is a member of the international PR team and will be reporting to the PR Manager USA based in New York.   As G-Star’s Public Relations Coordinator you play a significant role in raising our brand’s awareness, both locally and nationally. If you are an ambitious communicator, a natural networker and think you have what it takes to personally represent G-Star’s DNA, then this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.   The ideal candidate is an effortless communicator with strong contacts in the entertainment and fashion industries. We are searching for an independent professional who already gained at least 4 years of experience in fashion and lifestyle media relations and who has a strong sense of style. A natural networker who has the ability to build and sustain true relationships with press, stylists, celebrities and key influencers within the world of film, television, music, art and design.   Key will be the administrative organization of PR initiatives and working daily with press and stylist to generate maximum coverage in the trade, consumer and national press. As Public Relations Coordinator you will attend social events in the field of fashion and lifestyle, build a reliable network, proactively seek free publicity opportunities and celebrity partnerships, organize showroom visits, handle pulls for press and the entertainment industry, manage sample traffic, and keep the press showroom in immaculate order. The candidate will further facilitate the styling of people that are of interest for G-Star, order entry and store pulls for celebrity clients, event support and logistics, manage press clippings and other duties which support the internal PR department.    Requirements and Qualifications - excellent organizational, social and networking skills - extensive knowledge of - and true ties to - the entertainment and fashion industries - very strong market editor relationships  - at least 4 years of experience within fashion PR - a strong sense of style -- experience in dressing celebrities is a plus - excellent writing and oral skills English - the ability to think, plan and execute strategically and tactically - excellent reporting skills and an extremely strong work ethic  - proactive, enthusiastic and flexible nature - representative appearance, able to represent the G-Star DNA   Application Send your application online using our online application form.  For questions regarding this position you can call the Recruitment Department at +31 20 567 7600 or send an email to recruitment@g-star.com]]></Description>         <LookID>fashioncareers</LookID>         <Url>http://jobs.wwd.com/careers/jobsearch/detail/jobId/44362250/viewType/featured</Url>      </Job>    </Jobs></JobSearchResults>';