Yves Saint Laurent Department Manager

Beverly Hills • USA

Friday, January 23, 2026

Saint Laurent, a distinguished brand under the Kering Group, has been a trailblazer in the luxury fashion industry since its inception in 1961. Renowned for pioneering the luxury prêt-à-porter movement with its iconic 'Rive Gauche' collection, the brand continues to redefine modern fashion under the creative leadership of Anthony Vaccarello. As part of Kering, a global luxury group, Saint Laurent offers a dynamic and innovative work environment that values creativity and excellence.

1. Collaborate with the Assistant Store Director and Store Director to align on corporate initiatives, team development, employee relations, product training, and operations.
2. Oversee the sales floor with a consistent presence to ensure an exceptional client experience.
3. Manage opening and closing procedures of the boutique in adherence to operational and loss prevention guidelines.
4. Develop and implement strategic action plans to maximize department sales and client engagement, aligning with the boutique’s overall performance goals.
5. Drive department sales goals and team performance through coaching and adherence to company standards.
6. Analyze sales reports regularly to ensure the department meets and exceeds quantitative and qualitative targets.
7. Stay informed on product-related information and ensure the team is updated on stock availability and technical changes.
8. Communicate business trends, client requests, and product feedback to the Buying team.
9. Manage and support escalated client issues in partnership with the Store Director, Client Services, and Operations team.
10. Ensure department visual standards comply with Visual Merchandising and Loss Prevention guidelines.
11. Collaborate with the Operational team on inventory management to maintain low shrink levels.
12. Uphold operational guidelines to ensure compliance and successful store audits.
13. Foster strong working relationships with the management team, corporate partners, and other boutiques.
14. Perform other duties as assigned by management.

1. Bachelor’s degree preferred
2. Minimum of 3-5 years of retail experience
3. At least 2 years of experience in a retail management role
4. Experience managing a team of 5 or more individuals

1. Ability to maintain composure under pressure in a fast-paced environment
2. Proven ability to motivate and lead sales teams
3. Strong analytical skills for sales report analysis
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A minimum of 3-5 years in retail, with at least 2 years in a management capacity, managing teams of 5 or more.

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Base compensation range is $95,000 - $100,000, plus bonus eligibility.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discounts, and a retirement plan with employer contributions.

Saint Laurent is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, embracing diversity in all its forms, including gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. This inclusive environment enriches the workplace and opens opportunities for individuals to express their talents both individually and collectively.