Balenciaga Associate Store Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
About Balenciaga
Founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 and part of Kering, Balenciaga is one of fashion’s most influential houses, renowned for architectural cut, uncompromising craft, and a continual redefinition of modern luxury. As an employer, the House offers a demanding yet inspiring environment where heritage ateliers, bold creative vision, and global business expertise meet. Teams across design, product development, merchandising, retail, client engagement, communications, and corporate functions are encouraged to combine precision with experimentation, agility with excellence. Balenciaga seeks individuals who are culturally aware, rigorous, collaborative, and ready to contribute to a maison that shapes the conversation of contemporary fashion while respecting the discipline of couture.
Balenciaga Associate Store Manager role in Berlin. Lead sales team, drive luxury retail growth, and manage boutique operations for a prestigious Kering maison.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the store and sales team to meet and exceed all sales and KPI targets in compliance with brand processes and guidelines
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maximise business opportunities and operational efficiency
- Oversee floor coverage, visual merchandising, displays, client service, and operational functions; support the Store Manager in achieving quantitative and qualitative goals
- Create and maintain a positive work environment aligned with Balenciaga brand behaviours; identify, attract, recruit, develop, and retain talent
- Act as a Balenciaga Ambassador internally and externally; sustain and promote the brand culture and client experience consistently
- Develop clienteling strategies and foster client loyalty and retention across all customer segments, including VICs and VVICs
- Build a network of influential local and international luxury stakeholders to enhance client loyalty and brand reputation
- Ensure all processes comply with legal, safety, security, sustainability, and HR guidelines; execute Retail Excellence standards
- Support inventory management and warehouse stock coordination; challenge and improve current processes to drive efficiency and growth
- Monitor and optimise KPIs including sales density, conversion rates, UPT, cross-selling rate, sales productivity, training completion rate, staff turnover, local retention rate, and CRM effectiveness
Qualifications
- Significant experience in team management and store operations within luxury retail
- Proven track record in luxury product sales and achieving business targets
- Strong interpersonal and listening skills with a demonstrated sense of responsibility
- Existing customer portfolio and established relationships with local clientele
- Proficiency with IT tools and systems; keen knowledge of product and fashion culture
- Experience in fast-paced, high-performance retail environments
- Fluent German and English language skills
Skills
Experience
Significant experience in team management, store management, and the sale of luxury products is required. Candidates should demonstrate a proven ability to lead sales teams in fast-paced luxury retail environments while building and maintaining strong customer relationships and managing multi-dimensional business operations.
Education
No specific educational qualification is stipulated; however, a background in retail management, business administration, or luxury commerce is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a bold, forward-thinking workplace where creativity, experimentation, and cultural awareness drive the evolution of contemporary luxury. As an employer, the House encourages collaboration across disciplines, empowering teams to challenge convention while upholding exceptional standards of craftsmanship, precision, and brand integrity.
About Cerulean
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