Yves Saint Laurent Store Director

Chicago • USA

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Yves Saint Laurent, a distinguished brand under the Kering Group, is renowned for its pioneering spirit in luxury prêt-à-porter since 1961. With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to excellence, Saint Laurent continues to redefine the luxury fashion landscape under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello. As part of the Kering Group, employees benefit from being part of a global leader in luxury fashion, known for its dedication to creativity and sustainability.

1. Promote brand engagement and customer loyalty to achieve business objectives.
2. Identify, attract, recruit, develop, and retain talent while ensuring compliance with headquarters' directives.
3. Foster a nurturing store culture.
4. Ensure professional growth and training of staff through a coaching approach.
5. Define and achieve targeted quantitative and qualitative goals.
6. Analyze results and verify daily, weekly, and monthly activities, setting up yearly assessments and KPIs.
7. Demonstrate sales leadership by actively participating on the selling floor.
8. Manage inventory activities in collaboration with Back Office Operations.
9. Ensure compliance with legal, safety, internal requirements, sustainability, HR, and stock organization processes.
10. Maintain the qualitative standards required by the brand.

1. Significant experience in luxury goods or retail sales.
2. 4 to 6 years of successful experience in a managerial retail position.
3. Experience managing a team of at least 10 individuals.
4. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
5. Knowledge of Concur expense reporting is a plus.

1. Adaptability and openness.
2. Risk-taking and dynamic approach.
3. Strong listening abilities and curiosity.
4. High sensitivity to customer experience and loyalty.

4 to 6 years of successful experience in a managerial retail position, with significant experience in luxury goods or retail sales.

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $115,000 – 125,000 with bonus eligibility.

Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, a merchandise discount program, and 401(k) plan participation. Benefits commence on the first of the month coinciding with or following the date of hire.

Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce, believing that diversity in all its forms enriches the workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.