SAINT LAURENT Director of Supply Chain & Logistics

Summary

ABOUT SAINT LAURENT

Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche’, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio- cultural landscape. In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April 2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe. Today, Saint Laurent collections include women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties and eyewear.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Director of Supply Chain & Logistics, Americas who will report to the Chief Operating Officer, Americas, with a functional reporting line to the Worldwide Director of Supply Chain & Logistics in Paris. This position will be based in Wayne, New Jersey, where our Distribution Center and select Corporate offices are located, with flexibility to work from our New York City office as needed in close partnership with the Americas Executive team.

ROLE

The Director of Supply Chain & Logistics, Americas will play a key role in defining, developing, and executing the regional supply chain strategy across a multi-channel retail and wholesale environment. This individual will support business growth by optimizing service levels, inventory utilization, transportation and logistics performance, costs, and working capital, while upholding Saint Laurent and Kering’s corporate social responsibility commitments.

This role will partner closely with Regional and Worldwide Saint Laurent and Kering teams across Supply Chain, Logistics, Merchandising, Planning, Sales, Operations, Finance, and Technology functions to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the region.

MISSION

Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute the regional supply chain and logistics strategy in alignment with global objectives and business priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across planning, inventory management, transportation, distribution, systems, and processes to support sustainable growth and operational excellence.
• Partner closely with regional and global stakeholders to identify opportunities, solve complex business challenges, and ensure alignment across functions.
• Champion innovation and operational efficiencies to enhance service levels, inventory productivity, and cost performance.
   

Inventory, Distribution & Logistics Management

• Oversee inventory planning, distribution, logistics, and transportation activities across all channels within the Americas region.
• Ensure appropriate inventory levels, product availability, and replenishment strategies to support business objectives and client experience.
• Monitor operational performance through key metrics and implement corrective actions and improvement plans as needed.
• Partner with Merchandising, Planning, Retail, Digital, and Operations teams to optimize inventory flow and network performance.
   

Business Planning & Financial Management

• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and performance reviews related to supply chain and logistics operations.
• Partner with Finance and business leaders to identify opportunities for cost optimization and operational efficiencies while maintaining service excellence.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support strategic business decisions.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Serve as the primary supply chain and logistics leader for the Americas region, fostering strong partnerships with regional and worldwide teams.
• Drive cross-functional alignment and communication across Supply Chain, Logistics, Planning, Merchandising, Operations, Finance, and Technology teams.
• Represent the region in global supply chain initiatives and projects.

PROFILE

• 7+ years of experience at the Senior Manager or Director level within Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related functions required
• Luxury, fashion, retail, or multi-channel industry experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field required
• Strong knowledge of ERP and WMS systems such as SAP, JDA, Manhattan, or similar platforms
• Advanced Excel skills required; experience with Power BI and Tableau a plus
• Strong analytical, operational, and financial acumen
• Excellent communication and stakehold