Galeries Lafayette Sales Manager, Luxury
- Location
- BordeauxNouvelle-AquitaineFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About Galeries Lafayette
Galeries Lafayette, a prestigious entity within the retail landscape, offers an exhilarating environment that embodies a lifestyle of fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, watchmaking, and gastronomy. As part of this vibrant and innovative group, employees are encouraged to embrace creativity and commitment, driving the evolution of commerce and enchanting customers with every interaction.
Galeries Lafayette seeks Sales Manager, Luxury in Bordeaux. Lead premium fashion team, drive revenue growth, and deliver exceptional client experiences.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a sales team, providing hands-on operational presence and performance coaching
- Drive sales revenue and achieve departmental financial targets while communicating individual and collective objectives to the team
- Cultivate client satisfaction and loyalty by fostering a client-centric culture throughout the department
- Execute visual merchandising and category presentation standards in alignment with group guidelines
- Monitor team performance metrics, inventory management, and sales analytics
- Identify training needs and implement professional development initiatives for team members
Qualifications
- Operational English proficiency with comfortable verbal communication
- Proven leadership experience in retail management within premium or luxury fashion
- Demonstrated passion for fashion, current trends, and design
- Ability to adapt approach and behavior to diverse situations and team dynamics
- Strong business acumen with measurable track record of driving sales growth
- Capacity to inspire team engagement and foster a motivating, inclusive work environment
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of management experience in retail, specifically within premium or luxury fashion environments. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams while consistently exceeding sales targets.
Education
Secondary education minimum; retail management certification or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
Culture
Galeries Lafayette fosters a culture of innovation and joy, where each day presents new opportunities and challenges. Employees are part of a creative and committed team, dedicated to redefining the retail experience.
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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