Yves Saint Laurent EMEA Retail Excellence Director

Paris • France

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Saint Laurent, a prestigious name in luxury fashion, was founded in 1961 and is renowned for pioneering the concept of luxury ready-to-wear with its 'Rive Gauche' line in 1966. This innovation marked a pivotal moment in fashion history, modernizing the industry and reshaping cultural norms. Acquired by Kering's luxury division in 1999, Saint Laurent continues to thrive under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016, offering a wide range of collections including women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

1. Develop and standardize operational guidelines to ensure excellence in stores.
2. Ensure consistent execution of store operations standards across the global network.
3. Champion best practices to elevate the brand experience and reinforce customer-centricity.
4. Act as a trusted advisor to retail leadership, aligning commercial objectives with operational execution.
5. Lead continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with regional teams.
6. Oversee the EMEA retail training function, fostering a culture of learning and performance.
7. Lead retail performance team to deliver data-driven insights and embed a culture of continuous performance dialogue.
8. Partner with General Managers to adapt local strategies.

1. 10–12 years in Retail Excellence or related functions within luxury or premium retail.
2. Strong cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in a global environment.
3. Proven track record in leading multi-market retail excellence initiatives.

1. Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
2. Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills.
3. Collective mindset and capacity to lead transversally.

10–12 years in Retail Excellence or related functions within luxury or premium retail.

Saint Laurent is committed to creating a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.

Saint Laurent, as part of the Kering Group, fosters an inclusive and dynamic work environment that values diversity in all its forms, including gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. This diversity enriches the workplace and enhances adaptability in a changing world.