- Location
- Short Hills New Jersey USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $24–26/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
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.
Bottega Veneta is seeking an Operations Associate reporting to the Store Manager in Short Hills. The role supports stockroom, inventory, shipping and receiving operations while serving as a brand ambassador and delivering customer service. The New Jersey salary range is $24.00–$26.00 per hour, plus commission and overtime eligibility.
Role & Responsibilities
- Represent Bottega Veneta as a brand ambassador, demonstrating passion for the house, achieving sales and KPI goals set by store management, and consistently delivering world-class customer service.
- Verify that merchandise and supply deliveries are accurate by matching shipped and received quantities against documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Support management and sales staff with prompt, accurate stock checks and, when requested, quick delivery of merchandise to the sales floor.
- Organize stockroom merchandise by style, color, and size, or as directed by store management or the Operations Department.
- Conduct routine cycle counts and resolve inventory discrepancies or inform management of them.
- Keep the shipping area organized and ensure outgoing merchandise is properly packaged and logged in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Maximize available stock space so merchandise is accessible to employees and the store operates efficiently.
- Communicate promptly with management and the sales team about new arrivals, product replenishment, and client returns.
- Restock appropriate levels of packaging supplies in the boutique.
- Assist with training new hires on shipping and receiving policies and procedures.
- Complete tasks and projects assigned by store management.
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience preferred in a highly complex retail stockroom; experience working with international or domestic freight companies such as FedEx or UPS is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and challenging priorities with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated, professional, polished team player.
- High accountability and reliability, with willingness to accept feedback.
- Basic computer skills; Excel experience preferred.
- Ability to remain mobile and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to climb a ladder and regularly lift packages weighing more than 20 lbs.
Skills
Experience
1–2 years preferred in a highly complex retail stockroom; experience with international or domestic freight companies is a plus.
Workplace
This position is based in Short Hills, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of New York.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 24 to USD 26 per hour.
Benefits
Commission and overtime eligibility; opportunities for learning, growth, and internal mobility.
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.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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