Yves Saint Laurent Retail Excellence Director

Paris • France

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Saint Laurent, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, was established in 1961 and is renowned for pioneering the luxury ready-to-wear concept with the launch of the 'Rive Gauche' line in 1966. This innovation marked a significant shift in fashion and cultural landscapes. Acquired by Kering's luxury division in 1999, Saint Laurent continues to thrive under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016, offering an extensive range of luxury products including women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

1. Lead the global retail excellence strategy across the EMEA retail network.
2. Ensure consistent implementation of store operations guidelines.
3. Elevate customer experience and leverage retail performance intelligence.
4. Oversee teams in Retail Analysis, Retail Operations, and Retail Training.
5. Develop and standardize operational guidelines for store excellence.
6. Drive continuous improvement initiatives for optimal in-store performance.
7. Champion best practices to enhance the brand experience and customer-centricity.
8. Act as a trusted advisor to retail leadership for strategic business growth.
9. Lead continuous improvement initiatives with regional teams.
10. Oversee EMEA retail training to foster a culture of learning and performance.
11. Deliver data-driven insights through retail performance analysis.
12. Embed a culture of continuous performance dialogue and commercial agility.
13. 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 in a global environment.
3. Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
4. Proven track record in leading multi-market retail excellence initiatives.
5. Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills.
6. Collective mindset and capacity to lead transversally.

1. Leadership in retail excellence strategies.
2. Operational guideline development and standardization.
3. Customer experience enhancement.
4. Data-driven retail performance analysis.
5. Strategic advisory and communication skills.
6. Training and development oversight.
7. Continuous improvement and performance management.

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

Saint Laurent is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, believing that diversity in all its forms enriches the workplace and enhances adaptability in a changing world. The company welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.

Saint Laurent, as part of the Kering Group, embraces a culture of innovation, diversity, and inclusivity. The brand values creativity and individuality, offering a dynamic environment where employees can express their talents and contribute to the company's ongoing success in the luxury fashion industry.