Store Director - Bal Harbour

WHY WORK FOR VALENTINO

 

Founded in Rome 1960, Valentino is an Italian Maison de Couture that aims to provide uniqueness to our customers through mastery, creativity, intimacy and care. As of today, Valentino counts about 4.000 colleagues in 30 different Countries all over the world. Every branch of the Valentino universe is nourished through passion, heritage and values that are constantly re-worked and steadily conveyed in an always contemporary way. Under the Creative Direction of Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino designs, manufactures and distributes dreamlike creations including Haute Couture, Women and Men RTW, Valentino Garavani Accessories, Eyewear and Beauty. Our network fully embodies the essence of the Maison, by practicing the Italian hospitality culture with our distinguishing quality, uniqueness and care for details.

 

WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

 

Here at Valentino, we act as a Unique Community & Company. We strongly believe that HUMANISM is the core of our values and that only teamwork and mutual support will lead to achieve bigger and challenging goals. We act with integrity and respect towards both our Planet and our People. Our aim is to create costumer EMOTION and DESIRE because our future depends on our imagination and on being passionate about work as well as about life: every action you make brings you closer to your dreams.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

 

Overview:

The Store Director is a leader who will thrive in a dynamic environment, embodies strategic foresight, and fosters collaboration. The Store Director will need to take decisive actions which will play a crucial role in propelling business initiatives forward. They will be responsible for creating and executing business strategies to develop the Boutique as a place for client engagement and connection, as well as an Ambassador of the Maison and embody its values.

 

Key Responsibilities:

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 quarterly, to align with 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 discount policies to preserve brand integrity.
• Partnering with the Merchandising 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.
• Conflict Management: Demonstrate managerial courage to tactfully dispense direct and actionable feedback; is open and direct with others without being intimidating; deals head-on with people's problems and prickly situations. Taking partnerships with Retail Director & HRBP.
• Commit to the professional growth of each team member, preparing them for future advancements.
• Ensure that all staff adhere to high standards of professionalism
• Set goals and ensure optimal staffing schedules to maximize team performance and compliance with labor regulations.
• Ensure proper and timely communication of company contents through morning briefings, products, and CRM training.
• Build the best team through talent retention and recruitment ensuring career development and succession plans with HR support.
• In charge of all Recruiting Activities in the store in partnership with HR & Talent Acquisition.
• Responsible for all team planning, organizing, and executing the activities verifying day-to-day execution.
• Take all the necessary measures to create and maintain a motivated, positive, and safe work environment; manage all delicate situations regarding store personnel, according to Company policies and employment laws.
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