Store Manager, NY SAKS Concessions

WHY WORK FOR VALENTINO

A career in Maison Valentino is your chance to grow in a reality where business and creativity meet and thrive in an inclusive, and open-minded community. 

 

WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

Maison Valentino believes in a colleague-centric approach, where our contribution and behaviors as individuals are the secret of our success as a community. Each Valentino colleague is crucial to guarantee that every need in Valentino is met with mastery, creativity, uniqueness, and care.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

 

 

A Store Manager to over see our NY Saks 5th Ave Concessions, Footwear, RTW, and Handbags. The ideal candidate whould be a  ia leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, embodies strategic foresight, and fosters collaboration. The Store Manager will need to take decisive actions which will play a crucial role in propelling business initiatives forward. They will be responsible in creating and executing business strategies to develop the Concessions as a place for client engagement and connection. As well as an Ambassador of the Maison and embody its values.

 

Network Development and Brand Ambassador:

• Maintain a strong front-of-house presence, ensuring excellent in-store experience and fostering a «couture service» mindset.
• Drive the implementation of company strategies by coaching, motivating, and supporting the Valentino Concession team, ensuring strong adoption of and understanding of company strategies.
• Act as a liaison between Valentino & Saks 5th Ave leadership team. Ensuring all parties are in the know with important communication and strategy.
•  Build and maintain relationships with the Saks 5th Ave Stylist Club. To drive brand recognition and revenue to our concessions.
• Partner with Saks HR and Valentino Training Team. Ensuring where needed proper training is given to Saks employees who are selling Valentino products.

 

Business and Sales Performance:

• Drive and maximize sales performance to consistently achieve the overall sales target objectives while ensuring operational integrity and monthly profitably plans.
• Regularly analyze and monitor store KPIs, devising and implementing robust action plans to meet and exceed targets.
• At the beginning of each year, craft a comprehensive store strategy, revisited as needed monthly/quarterly, to align with store commercial target and broader company objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the seamless execution of business plans.
• Identify and seize opportunities to enhance performance through strategic partnerships with corporate stakeholders.
• Manage personnel expenses within budgetary constraints and adhere to discounting policies to preserve brand integrity.
• Partnering with the Merchandising and Buying team to ensure relevant products are in the store to drive revenue.
• Reporting weekly to the Valentino Leadership team on sales trends and where we can pivot to increase sales.

 

Team Leadership & Management:

• Cultivate a motivating and inclusive environment that values diversity and fosters mutual respect and teamwork.
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