- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Compensation
- $160,000–180,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Founded in 1906 on Place Vendôme, Van Cleef & Arpels is a High Jewelry Maison renowned for poetic creativity, exceptional savoir-faire, and an enduring culture of transmission. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where artisans, designers, retail experts, and corporate teams contribute to creations that unite technical mastery with emotion and wonder. Guided by excellence, discretion, and a deep respect for heritage, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning across its international network. Employees join a house where craftsmanship is celebrated, client relationships are cultivated with elegance, and each career may help preserve and renew a remarkable legacy.
Van Cleef & Arpels seeks a Boutique Director in Honolulu to lead boutique performance, sales development, team growth, service quality, inventory, and market visibility. The role reports to the Regional AVP, involves travel up to 50% in the U.S. and abroad, and is full-time; compensation is $160,000–$180,000 annually, with bonus eligibility.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage and enhance the boutique to develop sales, grow the sales team, and deliver consistently high-quality service.
- Project and deliver sales against the store action plan developed with the Senior Vice President, Retail and Regional Director, pursuing short- and long-term strategic and financial objectives; lead management and strategic development, including High Jewelry.
- Enhance the quality and uphold the integrity of the Van Cleef & Arpels image in the store's market.
- Identify success profiles and plan talent development to define career paths and promote advancement; monitor and supervise boutique team members.
- Generate new clients and develop innovative business ideas.
- Represent Van Cleef & Arpels at meetings, events, charity dinners, and other work-related functions in the U.S. and abroad; extensive travel is involved.
- Manage optimal inventory and model stock levels in coordination with the Supply Chain Department.
- Initiate new product launches, events, and activities to increase market visibility and net sales.
- Assist in developing performance goals for store personnel and update management through reporting mechanisms; provide the highest levels of customer service to support sales growth.
- Attend international functions, including Codir Des Codir, Maison Committee, Retail Conferences, SIHH, and High Jewelry trips with the President & CEO, Senior Vice President, Retail, and Regional Director.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field required; a master's degree in business preferred.
- Multi-unit or high-volume experience, ideally in luxury retail or hospitality.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Strong computer skills in SAP, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel within the U.S. market and abroad up to 50% of the time.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Ability to endure long periods of standing.
- Fluency in French or Mandarin is a valuable asset.
- Valid work authorization for employment in the USA.
Skills
Education
Bachelor's degree in a related field required; master's degree in business preferred.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 160,000 to USD 180,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision programs; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance, disability benefits, and a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; wellness reimbursement; employee assistance program; volunteer days off. Employee training on the Maison's history, know-how, and creations is also offered.
Culture
Van Cleef & Arpels fosters a refined and collaborative workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire. As an employer, the Maison values curiosity, precision, and collective excellence, offering an environment where employees contribute to timeless creations while upholding a deep respect for heritage, beauty, and client 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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