WORK AT CELTIC & CO.

Join our award-winning, ambitious & hard-working team in one of our exciting roles and help us drive our success to the next level. We are a rapidly growing business but still small enough that you feel like a member of the Celtic & Co. family – we’d like you to become our newest member! The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives and bright ideas we share. At Celtic & Co we are driven by alternative thinking, which to us means all ideas, personal beliefs, points of view, empower us to be a better more inclusive place to work. 

We support our employees by providing dedicated learning and development opportunities that will help you to thrive and succeed. At Celtic & Co. you’ll have a healthy work-life balance, a supportive and open-minded team environment and the opportunity to enter a cycle-to-work-scheme. We also offer an exclusive employee discount. All applications must include a covering letter and details of your current notice period.

All roles are based in Cornwall.

Merchandiser (Frugi)

It’s not just a job. At Frugi we want you to feel passionate about our mission, be eager to make your mark within an ethical and sustainable business and become part of an incredible team. In return can offer you:

• Ethical, sustainable brand
• Great work life balance
• Working in beautiful Cornwall with its world-renowned beaches close by
• A supportive open minded team environment
• Exclusive 50% discount off all Refined Brands companies after 1 months
• Family feel business
• Free parking
• Cycle to work
• Employee Assistance Programs

About the Company:

Frugi are a Cornish fashion brand that specialises in sustainably sourced clothes for babies, children and new mothers. We design soft and comfy clothing made for children to wear and play in. It all started in 2004 where our mission was to show the world that we can create a great brand whilst upholding strong ethical and environmental values. Playful style, and ethics are at the very heart of what do.

Key Responsibilities

Budget Planning/Marketing

• Create demand forecast by month and week for all Frugi sales channels.
• Agree budget with Directors along with stock and sales KPIs and discount strategy that feed into the demand forecast.
• Work with the Marketing team to create Seasonal Promotional Plans. Identifying dates for promotions and ascertain forecasted sales targets for individual promotions, based on historic data.

In Season Trading

• Monitor in-season all channels performance vs budget and at line level, overseeing production of weekly line report to monitor style performance, passing on recommendations to Buying/Design team
• Identify promotional requirements to drive sales/exceed budget and maximise stockturn, produce plans which identify incremental sales and margin opportunity and set all prices for promotions/markdowns, ensuring an acceptable margin is being met.
• Forecast sales vs budget for full price and markdown activity for all sales channels.
• Reviewing regular sales and stock reports for all sales channels (at Gender/category level) – feedback performance to Directors, identifying areas for opportunity/de-risk if necessary.
• Oversee management of stock between Consumer, Wholesale and Consignment to ensure the stock is channelled correctly to maximise sales.
• Regularly reforecast seasonal terminal stock risk to review with Directors and suggest strategies to manage effectively.
• Oversee monthly update of continuity styles sales performance and stock levels and reforecast future intake needs. Instigate new POs or rescheduling as necessary.

Range Planning

• Create Seasonal Option and Sales Plans by Category, age and gender (monitor options vs plan through the range building process)
• Provide necessary Trend Analysis (to include Seasonal Best Sellers) to support Buyers/Designers in making sound Buying/Design decisions.
• Work with Buying and Sales to decide on Seasonal Buy quantities by style for all sales channels (using the Trade Best Sellers for guidance and previous sales performance/sell-through’s by style for Consumer)
• Oversee the creation of all Size Ratio’s for purchases, based on previous performance.
• Oversee the creation of buy sheets to pass for production detailing PO requirements by sku in a timely manner.

Ad-Hoc Reports/Analysis

• Oversee the creation of new product data, ensuring data is accurate and up to date.
• Support growth of both the Wholesale and Consumer business by providing all necessary analysis/reports required to make profitable decisions.

Managing a team

All line managers are required to ensure that they:

• Provide leadership and direction to the team to meet business and individual objectives, in a way that upholds our values.
• Promote an inclusive culture, embracing diversity and ensuring all team members are treated equally and fairly.
• Act as a role model, inspire others, and project the company values in all that you do.
• Communicate effectively always, to ensure the team are on board and are well informed.
• Provide mentoring and/or coaching to develop the skills and expertise of team members.
• Conduct regular 1-2-1 meetings and annual Personal Development Plan’s (PDP) to monitor and evaluate individual performance, offering constructive feedback and tailored development plans to encourage continuous personal development and growth.
• Provide day to day line management support including holiday approvals, dealing with absences, etc.
• Play an active role in supporting the ongoing health and wellbeing of team members, both face to face and remotely.
• Demonstrate high quality management and deal with sometimes challenging or complex situations, with the support of the HR Team.
• Provide feedback and reporting to senior management, regarding the performance, growth and future needs of your team when required.
• Continuously develop your own leadership and people management skills.

General responsibilities

All employees are required to ensure that they:

• Treat all colleagues, customers, suppliers and fans with the upmost dignity and respect.
• Act as a role model, uphold and project the company values in all that you do.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with other team members and provide feedback where necessary.
• Maintain records as appropriate and ensure all related documents are filed in an orderly manner.
• Maintain and update records relating to working practices and procedures for use by other team members.
• Travel to industry events or business events where applicable.
• Pursue continuing professional development in relation to the role and its duties and responsibilities as agreed through Personal Development Plan’s or at other times.
• Participate in all mandatory training events, as deemed appropriate for your role or for the company.
• Understand and live our Environmental, Social, and Governance goals; find ways in which you and your team can make a positive contribution and impact through your working practices and behaviours.
• Undertake ad hoc assignments from time to time and other duties as requested by management.
• Understand and ensure the full observation of your contract of employment, the companies operating procedures and policies and its health and safety obligations.

Salary: 40-42k.

The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives and bright ideas we share. At Frugi we are driven by alternative thinking, which to us means all ideas, personal beliefs, points of view, empower us to be a better more inclusive place to work.

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a covering letter stating why you are exactly the right person to join our team to [email protected]. Your covering letter is the perfect opportunity to showcase your personality and understanding of all things Frugi – so go for it!!

Garment Tech (Maternity Leave Cover - 12 Months)

About the Role:

• Manage all aspects of the fitting process across all product areas; from proto sample stage through to shipment sample.
• Assist Head of product to ensure the supply chain is monitored and kept up to date.
• A role for a motivated, pro-active individual, with a methodical way of working & an eye for detail as well as a keen interest in Sustainable Fashion and garment construction.

About the Company

Celtic & Co. has been creating timeless, sustainable clothing and footwear for over 30 years. We care greatly about our environment and community and this ethos flows through everything we do. We only ever use natural, sustainable materials, and keep our production miles to a minimum, sourcing mainly from Great Britain and manufacturing our sheepskin footwear and accessories by hand in our Cornish factory. All this contributes towards a better fashion future - we strive to do better every day and take industry standards as a threshold to go beyond.

Our style takes great inspiration from our beautiful Cornish location; its colours, patterns and textures. We are extremely dedicated to quality, circular fashion principles and attention to detail. We are passionate about providing the best products and service to our customers and our efforts have been recognised with two Queens Awards and one Kings Award to date.

We are a proud, British manufacturer with two sites located close together in Cornwall. Our factory is based in Newquay and our head office and warehouse are located in Indian Queens.

What we can offer:

• Great work life balance
• Working in a beautiful part of the UK
• A supportive open-minded team environment
• Exclusive 50% discount
• Family feel business
• Free parking
• Cycle to work
• Employee Assistance Programs

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Include:

Managing the progress of the fitting & sealing across all product areas. This will include:

• Measuring garments
• Managing fit comments & garment details
• Managing grading rules.
• Requesting, approving and filing relevant testing
• Communication relevant information with suppliers

Book & manage fit sessions. This will include:

• Organizing a weekly fit session when the product team are free to attend.
• Booking fit model accordingly and approving subsequent invoices
• Tracking fit model measurements
• This may include assisting with sourcing fit models when required.
• Assist with the monitoring and management of the critical path, ensuring critical path is kept updated and that any sample approvals/ rejections are communicated to the Merchandising department.
• Manage the handover of Shipment samples to the Warehouse Team
• Liaise with the Warehouse, Merchandising and Customer Services teams to resolve any QC issues arising in bulk deliveries, either from 10% QC checks or faulty items reaching the customer; agreeing an action plan of how to proceed and ensuring suppliers are informed of any issues and we have written agreement to cover any associated costs prior to any action being taken.
• Contribute to initiatives to reduce customer returns; monitoring return rate and online and CS team customer feedback
• Supporting the Head of product with the management of the Supplier Manual; preparing new updated versions, distributing them to existing & new suppliers as required and ensuring confirmation of receipt.
• Tracking recognized social audits for tier 1 suppliers and ensuring these are valid with no advisories.
• Supporting the Senior Product Developer in updating & recording Sustainability information and Supply Chain Breakdown for existing & new suppliers & addressing any potential issues or Red Flags. Potential for travel and visiting suppliers because of this.
• Main point of contact with our nominated label suppliers; highlighting any changes/ additions which need to be made to any aspect of labelling to fulfil EPR/ new product requirements.
• Responsible for fit and shipment sample invoices; checking & approving with finance
• Supporting the Product Development team as needed for such things as, cleaning & Tidying up samples and Range room, post shoot sample tidy up & general housekeeping.
• Assist the product team with technical drawings, with a focus on measurements and construction if requested

Salary £28-£32K

The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives and bright ideas we share. At Celtic & Co we are driven by alternative thinking, which to us means all ideas, personal beliefs, points of view, empower us to be a better more inclusive place to work.

Applications via Indeed: Garment Tech

Group Financial Controller

Refined Brands are digital pioneers of the ethical fashion movement, with a clear focus on sustainability, British heritage, and high-quality manufacturing.

Refined Brands have acquired four brands since inception; the first investment was Celtic & Co. in February 2021, with Turtle Doves joining the group in September 2022, then Kettlewell Colours and Frugi in November 2022.

The leadership team have exceptional retail pedigree and are utilizing their digital expertise to drive growth both in the UK and International markets.

Against this backdrop of growth, there is a need to further develop the financial management and control of the group, as well as to mentor and develop the internal teams, leading to the creation of a Group Financial Controller role.

Why would you want this role?

• Opportunity to join the Senior Management team in a high calibre, high-growth, investor backed retail group.
• Focus on ethical sustainability; appetite for BCorp Status
• Exposure to future acquisitions
• You’ll be supporting the leadership team in building a best-in-class finance function.
• Package to include growth equity shares.

The Role

As the Group Financial Controller, you will play a critical role in overseeing the financial management of our group of brands. You will be responsible for the accurate and timely reporting of financial information, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, providing strategic financial guidance to senior management, and managing the financial control, budgeting, and forecasting processes. This position requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of financial principles, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders at Director/Heads of level.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare and present financial reports for the group, including consolidated financial statements, and variance analysis.
• Analyse financial data, identify trends, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to assess the group's financial health
• and identify areas for improvement.

Financial Control and Compliance:

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements, and relevant regulations.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard the group's assets and mitigate financial risks.
• Conduct periodic financial audits and coordinate with external auditors.

Cash Flow Management:

• Monitor and manage the group's cash flow position, ensuring sufficient liquidity for daily operations and long-term investments.
• Implement effective cash management strategies, including optimising working capital, managing debt, and evaluating investment opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions to secure funding as required.

Financial Strategy and Business Partnership:

• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management, contributing to the development and execution of the group's business strategies.
• Act as a trusted advisor, offering financial insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor a team of financial professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and promote professional development opportunities while ensuring the team adheres to accounting principles, policies, and best practices.

Financial Procedures and Taxation

• Ensure accounting policies comply with the relevant accounting standards and legislative requirements, through the development and maintenance of thorough financial procedures for the group.
• Ensure all finance records are kept accurately and securely and in line with legislative requirements and to combat fraud. Recommend appropriate financial policies and monitor and report on adherence.
• Ensure that the Company’s financial systems are robust, compliant and support current and future
• growth. Recommend improvements to financial systems and controls as required.
• Ensure tax compliance across our UK and International markets, managing issues as required.
• Management of general, credit and other insurance renewals.
• Management of Group multi-currency bank accounts and FX hedging (in conjunction with Board) and
• Finance Director.
• Ensure efficient management of supplier payments and credit control/payment reconciliation.

About you:

• A technically strong, insightful, and influential finance professional with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and mentoring skills, with high integrity and openness, combined with a commitment to good governance.
• Demonstrate an ability to manage and motivate teams at all levels.
• Energetic, highly motivated, with an enquiring mind and passion for excellence in pursuit of growth
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent
• Experience as a Financial Controller or a similar senior finance role in the retail industry.

The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives and bright ideas we share. At Refined Brands we are driven by alternative thinking, which to us means all ideas, personal beliefs, points of view, empower us to be a better more inclusive place to work.

Applications via Indeed: Group Financial Controller

Group Commercial Finance Manager 

About the role:

Reporting to the Group Head of Finance, as the Commercial Finance Manager you will be partnering closely with the Trading teams across Merchandising, Ecommerce, Marketing, and Product, to provide commercial decisions to support the Senior Leadership team. You will be delivering at a group and brand level as to deliver regular trading/KPI reporting and insight/analysis, whilst identifying profit improvement opportunities.

About the Company:

Refined Brands are digital pioneers of the ethical fashion movement, with a clear focus on sustainability, British heritage, and high-quality manufacturing.

Refined Brands have acquired four brands since inception; the first investment was Celtic & Co. in February 2021, with Turtle Doves joining the group in September 2022, then Kettlewell Colours and Frugi in November 2022.

The leadership team have exceptional retail pedigree and are utilizing their digital expertise to drive growth both in the UK and International markets.

Against this backdrop of growth, there is a need to further develop the financial management and control of the group, as well as to mentor and develop the internal teams.

What we can offer:

• Great work life balance
• Working in a beautiful part of the UK
• A supportive open-minded team environment
• Exclusive 50% discount
• Family feel business
• Free parking
• Cycle to work
• Employee Assistance Programs

Key Elements of Role:

• Monitoring financial targets and budgets in accordance with the group’s strategy.
• Support the Group Managing Director, subsidiary Managing Directors & Group Head of Finance working on one-off and ad-hoc financial reporting requirements.
• Understand key trading drivers and provide decision-making support to ensure delivery of KPI trading targets.
• Develop, collate, and maintain a robust and timely daily, weekly trading, monthly report focusing on sales, trading margin and stock, providing insight on the key areas of movement.
• Ensure all reporting remain relevant and appropriate to the evolving needs of the business.
• Lead periodic performance reviews in partnership with Managing Directors/Heads of Marketing, Heads of Digital and Senior Merchandisers to understand trading performance, highlight risks and opportunities, ensure ownership and accuracy of forecasts, and provide challenge where necessary.
• Production of the monthly management information pack with clear insight and analysis, in partnership with Group Head of Finance and Financial Controller.
• Alongside Senior Merchandisers, be an active participant in the open to buy and intake margin target process.
• Continually monitoring and reviewing stock management including intake, dispatch & terminal position; highlighting any areas of concern to the Managing Directors and Group Head of Finance.
• Drive rigor and consistency into regular reforecast processes across the group with goal that there are no surprises throughout the year.
• Preparation of integrated budgets and forecasts including indirect cash flow planning.
• Take full ownership for budgeting, forecast and 5-year planning cycles to ensure a joined-up approach of targets across all functions with full “buy in”, including critically reviewing the numbers and ensuring a sensible level of challenge is set.
• Own and regularly update the rolling integrated 3 year/ 5 year group model. Translate high level modelling into operational P&L; KPIs and performance targets for current and future brands.
• Understand the product life cycle and British factory teams and work with product pillar (product, buying and merchandising) teams to improve working capital.
• Support the evaluation of new selling channels and customer team initiatives in modelling new business opportunities.
• Support with any ad hoc analysis and projects including assessment of brand acquisitions and performing specific due diligence tasks.
• Assess, maintain and promote social and environmental performance throughout the Team in line with the company’s Corporate, Social, Responsibility (CSR) Policy, Values and Mission.
• Any other duties as directed by Management.

The candidate:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a similar role
• Demonstrate solid financial modelling skills; evolving in line with business and external requirements.
• Introduce better ways of delivering deep, accurate quantitative data to stakeholders.
• Analytical / strategical thinking, result-oriented personality, highly developed sense of responsibility and strong teamwork
• You'll bring a balanced view to decision making with credible contribution beyond financial analysis / implications.
• You’ll have a practical, hands-on mentality with energy and commercial instinct.
• Ability to apply sound judgement to accounting situations and questions.

The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives and bright ideas we share. At Refined Brands we are driven by alternative thinking, which to us means all ideas, personal beliefs, points of view, empower us to be a better more inclusive place to work.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £40K-£45K

Applications via Indeed: Group Commercial Finance Manager 

Warehouse:

Customer Orders Fulfilment Assistant - Picker & Packer

What we can offer:

• Work 9am-5pm, No Weekends
• Temporary Contract length: Up to 9 months
• Sustainable Childrenswear Fashion Company
• Great work life balance
• Working in a beautiful Cornwall, our beautiful beaches are close by
• A supportive open-minded team environment
• Family feel business
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Programs

About the Company:

Frugi are a Cornish fashion brand that specialises in sustainably sourced clothes for babies, children and new mothers. We design soft and comfy clothing made for children to wear and play in. It all started in 2004 where our mission was to show the world that we can create a great brand whilst upholding strong ethical and environmental values. Playful style, and ethics are at the very heart of what do.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reporting to the Assistant Manager, you will support the Warehouse team with the fulfilment of customer orders providing an exceptional service and quality of work.
• You will assist with the picking and packing of orders
• Shifts are usually between the hours of 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday. Overtime available on Saturday
• This is a fixed term contract for initially 8 weeks. It may be possible to offer an extension or a permanent position to suitable candidates following a review before the contract end date.

The candidate:

• Will have experience performing in a fast-paced environment and providing customer service through their work.
• Will be friendly and enjoy working as part of a team, but also be capable of working individually, unsupervised whilst maintaining work rate.
• Is comfortable achieving daily performance based targets and working to task deadlines.
• Will be reliable and self-motivated with good attention to detail.
• Will manage their time well and be able to work efficiently whilst maintaining accuracy.
• Should be open to working on a multitude of warehouse tasks when required.
• Will be computer literate, efficient and accurate with data entry.
• Will have a base level of fitness as the role is active. The role requires some lifting and the use of step ladders.
• Full training will be provided to the successful applicant

The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives and bright ideas we share. At Celtic&Co we are driven by alternative thinking, which to us means all ideas, personal beliefs, points of view, empower us to be a better more inclusive place to work.

Applications via Indeed Customer Orders Fulfilment Assistant - Picker & Packer - St. Columb - Indeed.com