- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- 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.
Associate Managers at Calvin Klein lead store operations and team performance in partnership with the Store Manager, driving top-line sales results and delivering exceptional customer experiences. The role encompasses leadership of frontline staff, merchandising execution, inventory management, and talent recruitment and development, with responsibility to lead the store in the Store Manager's absence.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead customer greeting and assistance initiatives, providing real-time coaching to elevate service standards and brand experience
- Oversee merchandising execution by analyzing sales performance and making strategic store-based decisions aligned with brand standards
- Recruit, onboard, and develop top talent; recommend performance improvements and support succession planning
- Approve staff schedules in alignment with business strategies and budgets; assist in oversight of expenses and inventory
- Enforce company policies, procedures, and loss prevention protocols; provide training to maintain team awareness of security concerns
- Motivate and inspire the store team to achieve sales goals while upholding brand standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Communicate business analysis, customer feedback, and market opportunities to the Store Manager
- Champion innovation and inclusion; build relationships across the team and seek feedback for personal development
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of retail store management experience
- Bachelor's or Associate degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Physical ability to walk, stand, bend, reach and squat for prolonged periods, and carry up to 20 pounds
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of progressive retail store management experience, demonstrating capability in team leadership, sales execution, and operational oversight within a brand-focused retail environment.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's or Associate degree preferred.
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
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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