Bvlgari Assistant Store Manager

BVLGARI is a renowned Italian designer known for its luxury jewels and watches. The company is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead the sales floor at the Short Hills boutique, reporting to the Store Director and the Regional Director.

1. Champion the sales team to reach budget targets, closely monitoring and adapting to store KPIs.
2. Initiate annual store strategies, updating them quarterly and aligning with the VP of Retail.
3. Formulate and execute business plans, collaborating cross-functionally with departmental allies.
4. Spot performance enhancement opportunities and devise actionable plans in partnership with corporate teams.
5. Ensure personnel and discounting costs align with the set financial projections.
6. Examine category performance and devise strategies in partnership with the Merchandising team.
7. Utilize available reporting tools for informed business discussions with the team and corporate partners.
8. Actively coach, inspire, and push each direct report towards their best, readying them for higher roles.
9. Ensure the consistent execution of the Bulgari selling standards for optimal business outcomes.
10. Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit aligned with brand ethos.
11. Take charge of hiring decisions and manage performance reviews and developmental strategies for direct reports.
12. Ensure all staff members consistently meet grooming, appearance, and conduct standards.
13. Cultivate a positive, feedback-driven environment, emphasizing diversity, respect, and collaboration.
14. Oversee store scheduling, ensuring policy adherence, payroll integrity, and optimal staff turnover.
15. Prioritize store visibility by dedicating at least 90% of the time to the sales floor.
16. Assure Visual Merchandising guidelines are implemented in tandem with corporate directives.
17. Monitor retail operational procedures and best practices.
18. Collaborate with Retail Operations on loss prevention, inventory management, and policy adherence.
19. Pivot from casual customer interactions to deep-rooted client relationship building.
20. Monitor luxury jewelry market trends and competitor strategies.
21. Build robust relations with external stakeholders like mall management and their marketing teams.

1. A decade of experience in luxury retail or dealing with luxury items.
2. Proven managerial prowess with a knack for developing and inspiring diverse teams.
3. Ability to cultivate industry-specific relationships and awareness of local marketing and media landscapes.
4. Astute strategic thinking, decision-making, and practical action planning.
5. Flexibility for retail hours, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and adaptability to learn store operation software.

Minimum 5 years

The total compensation package may include a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits.

BVLGARI fosters a positive, feedback-driven environment, emphasizing diversity, respect, and collaboration. The role is based in Short Hills, New Jersey.