Chanel Manager, Fashion Expertise
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $92,400–107,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 9, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
Chanel Manager, Fashion Expertise in Honolulu, HI: Train boutique teams in styling and luxury service to elevate client experiences and drive retail performance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver in-boutique training sessions on collections, savoir-faire, product knowledge, and service behaviors, positioning Chanel as the ultimate fashion house at collection launches
- Coach Style Advisors to enhance personalized styling capabilities, build strong client relationships, and curate looks grounded in individual tastes and lifestyles
- Animate styling training workshops and strengthen advisor confidence in offering personalized recommendations, monitoring effectiveness through observation and qualitative feedback
- Identify individual training needs and tailor development plans in partnership with boutique leadership; conduct on-site coaching and evaluations with structured feedback
- Cultivate growth mindset by engaging boutique leaders in learning initiatives and transmitting product and style content to maximize collection impact and business objectives
- Partner with boutique leadership to design and deliver inspiring new hire onboarding programs, supporting newcomers in understanding the heritage, DNA, and singularity of the House
- Provide client feedback and styling insights to Fashion Expertise Home Office; track Voice of Client results and service indicators to inform strategic initiatives
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of related experience in luxury fashion, retail training, or hospitality
- Recognized styling expertise with confident fashion flair and deep understanding of luxury client expectations
- Proven experience in retail training within the luxury sector, with demonstrated ability to facilitate, coach, and evaluate teams
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with ability to connect authentically with individuals and groups
- Proven ability to manage and motivate teams, building collaborative culture and providing constructive feedback with confidence
- Sound judgment and autonomy with ability to exercise good decision-making and provide clear updates to management
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of significant experience in luxury fashion retail, training, or hospitality environments, with demonstrated expertise in facilitating engaging training sessions, coaching retail staff, and delivering exceptional client experiences. Proven track record of building collaborative relationships with retail leadership teams and developing team members' styling and client-service capabilities.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 92,400 to USD 107,000 per annum.
Benefits
Wellbeing resources including dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (Wellbeing Days in Retail) and a Wellbeing fund; family and caregiving benefits (parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, Care.com Membership); generous paid time off policies (vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days); 401(k) and incentives; robust healthcare offerings (medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE virtual care, One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program); life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident and Medical, and commuter transit and parking benefits.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
About Cerulean
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