Yves Saint Laurent Worldwide Retail Training Manager

Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche’, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio-cultural landscape. In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April 2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe. Today, Saint Laurent collections include women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

1. Develop and implement comprehensive training programs for retail staff.
2. Partner with the Training and Retail Development Director to create training strategies.
3. Collaborate with regional retail teams and senior leadership to identify training needs.
4. Develop and oversee execution of training programs including onboarding and sales techniques.
5. Lead a worldwide training team and collaborate with regional training managers.
6. Create and update training materials to drive business results.
7. Establish metrics to evaluate training program effectiveness.
8. Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and HR to support business objectives.
9. Manage parts of the global training budget.

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, education, human resources, or a related field.
2. 10+ years of experience in training as a regional training manager or similar role.
3. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
4. Passion for luxury fashion and retail.
5. Strong cultural awareness and ability to work in a global environment.
6. Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
7. Exceptional communication skills.
8. Fluent in English; other languages highly preferred.

1. Strategy development
2. Program and project management
3. Team leadership
4. Content creation
5. Performance measurement
6. Stakeholder collaboration
7. Budget management

10+ years of experience in training as a regional training manager, field trainer, or multi-unit retail leader. On-hand retail experience is a bonus.

Bachelor’s degree in business, education, human resources, or a related field.

The role is based in Paris, France, and involves working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a focus on luxury fashion and retail. The company values cultural awareness and innovation.