Bottega Veneta Junior Retail Trainer

About Bottega Veneta

Bottega Veneta is a house defined by discretion, exceptional craftsmanship, and a modern vision of Italian luxury. Founded in Vicenza in 1966 and renowned for its signature intrecciato leatherwork, the brand offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a culture where creativity, precision, and innovation are deeply valued. As an employer, Bottega Veneta fosters an environment that respects artisanal heritage while encouraging contemporary expression across design, retail, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, authenticity, and understated elegance, shaping products and experiences that reflect the house’s enduring philosophy: individuality over spectacle.

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver training and on-floor coaching across the Region to strengthen selling techniques and the Client Journey in all store formats, including flagships, stores, department stores, airports and outlets.
• Promote the Brand’s image and an elevated client experience, contributing to sales performance and supporting its client-centric and profitability objectives.
• Support client advisors’ professional development through classroom training and on-floor coaching.
• Partner with the Regional Training Manager to adapt global training content to local markets and business needs while adhering to Brand guidelines.
• Liaise with the Worldwide Training Department to maintain consistency, coherence and quality across regional training.
• Coordinate and monitor in-store induction programs for new retail hires in line with Worldwide Training Department standards.
• Organize and deliver classroom-based Immersion Training for new retail employees, ensuring completion within 90 days of their start date.
• Plan and deliver Expert Training sessions for advanced retail employees, including product-specific training in RTW or Clienteling, in line with Worldwide Training guidelines.
• Support the creation and management of the annual Regional Training Calendar, taking local priorities and global directives into account.
• Adhere to and optimize the Regional Training Budget.
• Adapt training to diverse learning styles and knowledge levels, using a strengths-based approach to address challenges and inspire engagement.
• Develop or oversee training materials, including manuals, handouts and instructional aids, based on Worldwide Training content and regional adaptations.
• Evaluate training effectiveness by monitoring behavioral change in the field and assessing the impact and relevance of ongoing programs.
• Act on mystery shopping results by identifying opportunities to enhance service and provide training interventions.
• Stay current on industry best practices, competitor activity and emerging trends in employee development and training technologies.

Qualifications

• Fluency in French and English.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Windows; familiarity with e-learning platforms and digital training tools.
• Knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint to create reports and analyze CRM and performance KPIs.
• Excellent understanding of adult learning principles, blended learning methodologies and learner engagement strategies.
• Ability to provide clear, constructive and motivating feedback.
• Ability to plan and manage annual training calendars, multitask effectively and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with a flexible mindset, professional demeanor and consistently positive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including confidence delivering engaging presentations to diverse audiences.
• Ability to embody and communicate the Brand’s philosophy and product knowledge with authenticity and passion.

Skills

Culture

Bottega Veneta cultivates a discreet, design-led culture where exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and refined creativity are central to everyday work. As an employer, it offers an environment that values collaboration, precision, and individuality, encouraging teams to uphold the house’s heritage while shaping modern luxury with confidence and purpose.

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