Bvlgari Deputy Store Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- May 6, 2026
About Bvlgari
Bulgari (BVLGARI) is a Roman-born maison renowned for its high-jewelry, watches and luxury accessories. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines heritage craftsmanship with contemporary design and operates a global network of boutiques focused on exceptional client experiences and commercial excellence.
Bulgari — Deputy Store Manager in Abu Dhabi. Lead boutique sales, clienteling and team performance for a prestigious watches & jewellery maison.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist the Store/Boutique Manager to develop and optimise store performance and profitability through active business development and disciplined retail execution.
- Drive personal and team sales targets; execute proactive selling both inside and outside the boutique and identify client and stock opportunities.
- Coach, train and mentor sales staff on customer service, product knowledge, after-sales service, grooming and visual merchandising; conduct daily briefings and KPI follow-ups.
- Manage store operations including rota and holiday planning, inventory coordination with support teams, supervision of AFFS performance and liaison with mall authorities for permits.
- Maintain impeccable retail standards; coordinate store maintenance with retail operations and third‑party suppliers.
- Lead clienteling activities: cultivate and develop relationships with existing clients, engage new customers, resolve complaints and implement action plans from mystery shopping and retail analysis.
- Support reporting and commercial analysis: prepare and interpret sales, expense and competitor data to inform local action plans.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of retail experience, including 3–5 years in a Team Manager, Deputy or Assistant Manager role within luxury retail.
- Proven track record of achieving personal and collective sales targets and of proactively managing client relationships inside and outside the boutique.
- Strong commercial acumen, business awareness and negotiation skills with the ability to translate retail data into local action plans.
- Demonstrable people management experience: coaching, performance management and developing sales teams.
- Knowledge of luxury retail standards, store procedures and CRM-driven clienteling methodologies.
Skills
Experience
Minimum five years of retail experience with demonstrated success in meeting sales targets and at least three years in a Team Manager or deputy store leadership role; proven experience in clienteling and team coaching.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in business, retail management, hospitality or a related discipline preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Culture
Bulgari cultivates a heritage-led, client-centric culture where craftsmanship, elegance and attention to detail are paramount. The boutique environment rewards commercial rigor, refined service and collaborative leadership while encouraging curiosity about market trends and competitive landscape.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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