Calvin Klein Assistant Store Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
Calvin Klein Assistant Store Manager position at Villefontaine outlet; full-time role leading retail operations and team performance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome customers and provide real-time coaching to sales team members on service delivery
- Build and maintain deep product and promotional knowledge to drive customer loyalty and sales
- Partner with Store Manager to uphold brand service standards and maintain customer-first mindset
- Lead merchandising execution and utilize sales insights to optimize floor layout and product placement
- Ensure compliance with store policies, inventory controls, and loss prevention practices
- Create staff schedules aligned with business requirements and monitor expense and inventory outcomes
- Recruit, onboard, and mentor team members; support succession planning and performance evaluations
- Motivate and recognize team members to foster a high-performing, inclusive environment
- Model professionalism, brand behaviors, and respect to establish trust with associates
- Foster collaboration and continuous learning across the team
- Support company initiatives and contribute strategic insights to store planning
- Assume full operational and team leadership when Store Manager is absent
Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years of retail store management experience
- Flexible availability to accommodate varying business and seasonal demands
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to coach and develop team members
- Demonstrated capability to manage multiple priorities during peak periods
- Reliable follow-through on commitments and deadlines
- Consistent embodiment of brand values and professional standards
Skills
Experience
3+ years of progressive retail store management experience, with demonstrated success in team leadership, sales achievement, and operational execution.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; further retail management or business-related education is advantageous.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Villefontaine, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, with easy access to Lyon.
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