Bottega Veneta Store Director

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Location
MilanLombardyItaly
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Director
Posted
Oct 9, 2025

About Bottega Veneta

Bottega Veneta, a distinguished name in luxury fashion since 1966, is renowned for its innovative craftsmanship and commitment to individuality. Rooted in Italian culture yet globally oriented, Bottega Veneta offers an inclusive brand experience with exclusive products. As part of the Kering Group, a global luxury conglomerate, Bottega Veneta benefits from a wealth of resources and opportunities for growth and development.

Bottega Veneta seeks a Store Director for its Milan location. This role requires a visionary leader with luxury retail expertise to drive sales and client engagement.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the prestigious Lighthouse store in Milan, driving business growth and optimizing productivity.
  • Ensure the achievement of sales and clienteling targets through strategic action plans and client engagement.
  • Maximize store business potential by monitoring key business metrics, including KPIs and sell-through rates.
  • Facilitate and participate in the store buying strategy to align with company objectives.
  • Maintain a luxury environment and ensure compliance with Visual Merchandising guidelines.
  • Foster strong relationships with top clients and VIPs, ensuring personalized luxury experiences.
  • Lead clienteling initiatives and oversee exclusive events to strengthen customer loyalty.
  • Attract, recruit, and onboard a high-performing, client-centric team.
  • Ensure store compliance with company procedures, policies, and Health & Safety requirements.

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a similar role within the fashion and luxury retail sector.
  • Deep understanding of client development and high-end customer service.
  • Fluency in English and Italian; additional languages are a plus.

Skills

Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and team management skills. Analytical skills with a focus on numerical sensitivity and budget management. Ability to inspire, coach, and motivate a team.

Experience

5-7 years of experience in a similar role within the fashion and luxury retail sector.

Workplace

This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.

Benefits

Joining Bottega Veneta offers the opportunity to be part of the Kering Group, a global luxury leader committed to talent development and internal mobility. Employees benefit from a stimulating workplace that values diversity and fosters leadership skills.

Culture

Bottega Veneta, as part of the Kering Group, promotes a workplace culture that values diversity in all its forms and encourages employees to reach their full potential. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated, and talent is nurtured.

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