Yves Saint Laurent Worldwide Training and Retail Development Director

Paris • France

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Saint Laurent, a prestigious brand under the Kering Group, has been a trailblazer in the luxury fashion industry since its inception in 1961. Known for revolutionizing fashion with its luxury prêt-à-porter line, the brand continues to lead the market under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello. Saint Laurent offers a diverse range of products including ready-to-wear, accessories, and jewelry, maintaining its status at the pinnacle of luxury fashion.

1. Design and implement a global retail training strategy aligned with business goals.
2. Collaborate with regional retail teams and senior leadership to identify training needs.
3. Develop and oversee training programs including onboarding, product knowledge, and sales techniques.
4. Ensure consistency and quality of training across all regions.
5. Lead a worldwide team of training managers and specialists.
6. Create and update training materials to drive business results and improve client satisfaction.
7. Establish metrics to evaluate training effectiveness and make data-driven improvements.
8. Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and HR to align training with business objectives.
9. Develop and manage the global training budget, ensuring cost-effective resource use.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, Human Resources, or related field.
2. 15+ years of experience in leading training for a high-volume brand or multi-unit retail.
3. Store leadership or multi-retail experience is advantageous.
4. Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is preferred.

1. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
2. Strong cultural awareness and global collaboration skills.
3. Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
4. Exceptional communication skills for liaising with global teams and top management.

15+ years of experience in leading training for a high-volume brand and/or multi-unit retail experience.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, Human Resources, or related field.

Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts.

Saint Laurent fosters an innovative and dynamic workplace culture that values creativity, diversity, and collaboration. As part of the Kering Group, the brand is committed to sustainability and ethical business practices, encouraging employees to contribute to its legacy of excellence and innovation in the luxury fashion industry.