Bottega Veneta Retail Director
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
About Bottega Veneta
Bottega Veneta is an Italian luxury maison known for artisanal leathercraft and discreet, design-led sophistication. Part of the Kering group, the brand combines traditional savoir‑faire with a global retail footprint and a corporate emphasis on talent development, creativity and internal mobility.
Bottega Veneta seeks a Retail Director in Shanghai to lead store operations, P&L and retail teams for directly operated boutiques.
Role & Responsibilities
- Own P&L for directly operated retail stores and deliver annual sales and profit targets.
- Prepare and manage annual sales and profit budgets while maintaining tight cost control.
- Define and execute strategic initiatives to drive growth, profitability, customer satisfaction and operational productivity.
- Identify and implement corrective actions to achieve sales objectives and long‑term business goals.
- Establish and enforce operational standards in line with corporate guidelines to preserve brand image and service excellence.
- Shape merchandise strategy by assessing store typology, customer profiles and store potential across assortment and inventory decisions.
- Ensure exemplary in‑store presentation and visual merchandising to maintain a consistent brand experience.
- Partner with Human Resources to design store organisation, build capability, lead talent development and succession planning for large sales teams.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Communications and Marketing on events and initiatives that enhance brand image and commercial performance.
- Support the General Manager in identifying and developing new business opportunities, including new locations.
- Build and manage relationships with landlords and developers to optimise commercial partnerships and store performance.
- Oversee customer engagement programmes and monitor KPIs to identify opportunities and deliver continuous improvement plans.
Qualifications
- Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in retail operations and brand management with international luxury brands or specialty stores, most recently at a senior retail leadership level.
- Proven track record of successful retail management initiatives and demonstrable results in the China market.
- High commercial acumen with strategic, analytical and results‑oriented mindset.
- Demonstrable leadership capability in leading, coaching and developing large sales teams, including succession planning.
- Experience communicating and working directly with overseas headquarters and cross‑border stakeholders.
- Unquestionable integrity, fairness and the ability to command respect across all levels of the organisation.
Skills
Experience
At least 15 years of progressive retail and brand management experience within international luxury or specialty retail, including senior leadership responsibility for multiple directly operated stores and proven success in the China market.
Education
Bachelor's degree in business, retail management, marketing or a related discipline; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Shanghai, Shanghai, China.
Culture
Bottega Veneta cultivates a craftsmanship‑driven, design‑centred culture grounded in Italian heritage and global luxury retail. As part of Kering, the maison emphasises talent development, internal mobility and a diverse, inclusive workplace that supports professional growth and creative contribution.
About Cerulean
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