Yves Saint Laurent Assistant Store Director

Saint Laurent is an iconic French luxury fashion house known for its modern, Parisian aesthetic and high-end ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories. The brand operates globally within the Kering group and is recognized for rigorous product standards, aspirational retail environments and an emphasis on exceptional client service.

1. Lead and coach the Department Manager and retail sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets and store KPIs.
2. Define targeted quantitative and qualitative objectives and implement action plans to secure results.
3. Support the Store Director in planning floor coverage, driving sales, supervising visual merchandising and ensuring exemplary customer service.
4. Act as the training ambassador: identify learning needs, deliver coaching and ensure continuous professional development across the team.
5. Oversee operational functions including store standards, inventory control and compliance with company processes.
6. Develop and maintain relationships with local and international stakeholders to cultivate client loyalty and high-value business opportunities.

1. Significant experience in the sale of luxury goods or high-end retail.
2. 2 to 4 years of successful experience in a managerial retail position.
3. Proven leadership and coaching skills with the ability to develop talent.
4. Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
5. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
6. Familiarity with Concur expense reporting is a plus.

1. Coaching and team development
2. Sales and KPI management
3. Visual merchandising
4. Customer relationship management
5. Time management
6. Concur

Minimum 2 to 4 years of proven managerial experience in retail, ideally within the luxury goods sector, with a track record of driving sales and developing retail teams.

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Base salary $85,000–$95,000 plus bonus eligibility; medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; retirement plan with employer contributions.

Saint Laurent maintains a high-performance, client-centric retail culture underpinned by creativity and exacting standards. The brand emphasizes talent development, inclusive hiring and a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued.