Fendi Department Manager, Women's

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Location
Costa MesaCaliforniaUSA
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Manager
Compensation
$115,000/year
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
May 26, 2026

About Fendi

Fendi is a Roman luxury maison renowned for its leather goods, ready-to-wear and couture, and is part of the LVMH group. The brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with contemporary creativity and operates a global network of flagship stores and boutiques.

Fendi seeks a Department Manager, Women's in Costa Mesa, CA (South Coast Plaza). $115,000 annually plus commission. Lead sales and client experience.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor and develop the women's department team to deliver the Fendi Client Journey; set individual and team goals and monitor performance.
  • Recruit and secure succession plans with the Store Manager; implement development plans for high-potential talent and provide ongoing coaching.
  • Drive sales and category performance across the department and store through clienteling, cross-selling and tailored action plans.
  • Own floor management and client hosting to optimise conversion, retention and the customer experience; build and manage a personal client portfolio.
  • Manage inventory and stock accountability for the assigned categories; ensure corporate policies, standards and store procedures are implemented.
  • Collaborate with Visual Merchandising to plan rotation and ensure visual maintenance and merchandising strategy support business objectives.
  • Communicate corporate strategy and business information to the team through briefings and training; be an ambassador for the brand in the marketplace.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years' related retail experience; luxury retail experience strongly preferred.
  • Proven leadership with ability to set targets, drive results and manage performance.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to deliver coaching and feedback.
  • Proficiency with POS systems and inventory management functions; strong digital literacy.
  • Ready-to-wear (RTW) category experience preferred; clienteling experience required.
  • Flexible availability including nights, weekends and holidays; ability to lift boxes up to 10 lbs.
  • Foreign language skills considered a plus and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Skills

POS system (inventory management) Clienteling tools Visual merchandising Team leadership and talent development Sales planning and performance management Inventory control and stock accountability Digital literacy

Experience

Minimum 5 years of related retail experience with luxury retail preferred; at least 3 years in a supervisory or management capacity preferred.

Workplace

The role is situated in Costa Mesa, California, USA — conveniently close to Los Angeles.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is USD 115,000 per annum.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; bonus structure/commission; various paid time off programs including holiday pay; 401(k) with employer contribution; employee discount/perks.

Culture

Fendi cultivates a client-centric, detail-oriented culture rooted in Italian craftsmanship and contemporary luxury. As part of LVMH, the maison emphasises professional development, collaborative teams and high standards of service in an upscale retail environment.

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.

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