- Location
- Gilroy California USA
- Address
- 8300 Arroyo Circle, Space #B-250, Gilroy, CA 95020-7335 View map
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- $28–31.70/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Calvin Klein
Calvin Klein is a globally influential American fashion house founded in New York in 1968, celebrated for its refined minimalism, modern sensuality, and cultural impact across apparel, underwear, denim, fragrance, and lifestyle categories. As an employer, the brand offers a dynamic environment where design intelligence, commercial agility, and inclusive storytelling converge. Its teams contribute to a legacy shaped by bold imagery, disciplined simplicity, and a distinctly urban point of view. Calvin Klein seeks talent eager to challenge convention, understand contemporary consumers, and build resonant brand experiences within an international organization committed to creativity, collaboration, and responsible growth.
Calvin Klein seeks an Assistant Store Manager to lead store operations and elevate the customer experience at its Gilroy retail location. The role combines operational excellence with brand ambassadorship, requiring leadership of opening and closing procedures, day-to-day performance management, associate coaching, and the execution of exceptional in-store experiences. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, genuine enthusiasm for the brand's minimalist aesthetic and cultural values, and the capacity to inspire team members and customers alike.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead store operations including opening and closing procedures, key holder duties, and day-to-day performance management
- Coach and develop store associates to deliver outstanding customer service and achieve sales objectives
- Energize every customer interaction with genuine welcome and facilitate brand conversations that inspire sales and loyalty
- Maintain brand standards through visual merchandising, restocking, processing, and remerchandising of the sales floor
- Model brand values including uniqueness, inclusion, and teamwork to create a positive workplace culture
- Manage store performance metrics and support the Store Manager in driving an exceptional retail experience
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a retail Assistant Manager or similar leadership role with key holder responsibilities
- Strong leadership presence with ability to lead by example, manage through challenges, and resolve issues proactively
- Demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service and brand building
- Ability to maintain organization and manage time effectively in a fast-paced retail environment
- Physical capability to walk, stand, bend, reach, and squat for prolonged periods, and carry up to 20 pounds
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in retail management, ideally in a fast-paced specialty retail or department store environment with demonstrated success in team leadership and customer engagement.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; retail management certification or additional coursework in business or hospitality preferred but not required.
Workplace
This position is based in Gilroy, California, USA, within easy reach of San Jose.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 28 to USD 31.70 per hour.
Benefits
Flexible schedule with nights, weekends, and holiday availability; up to 75% associate discount; training and development programs; competitive pay; 401(k) retirement savings plan with above-market company contribution; medical, vision, and dental insurance; life and disability insurance; paid time off and company-paid holidays; Care.com services for childcare, elder care, adoption, and pet care; education assistance with tuition reimbursement; wellbeing programs and resources.
Culture
Calvin Klein fosters a modern, inclusive workplace culture shaped by bold creativity, confident self-expression, and a global fashion perspective. As an employer, the brand encourages collaboration across disciplines, empowers teams to challenge conventions, and maintains a fast-paced environment where innovation and cultural relevance are central to its identity.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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