Versace Store Manager
Versace Prague seeks a Store Manager to lead boutique sales, clienteling, team development and store operations.
Overview
Versace is an Italian luxury fashion house known for bold design, high-quality craftsmanship and a strong presence across fashion, accessories, fragrance and lifestyle verticals. As part of an international luxury group, the brand combines Italian sartorial tradition with a modern, culture-led approach to product and client experiences. Versace offers a fast-paced, client-centric retail environment with emphasis on creativity, excellence and a distinctive brand voice.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement business plans to achieve sales, margin and KPI targets; analyse performance and propose corrective action.
- Partner with the Area Manager to produce regular market, competitor and product reporting and to maximise store productivity.
- Own day-to-day store operations including stock management, goods receiving, transfers, stocktakes and backroom organisation.
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, training and ongoing development of the retail team; set personalised objectives and deliver regular performance follow-ups.
- Drive a clienteling strategy and manage CRM activities to build long-term relationships and expand the boutique’s customer base.
- Plan and execute in-store events and promotional activities in coordination with merchandising and PR teams to capitalise on high-profile clientele.
- Ensure visual merchandising and store presentation adhere to brand directives and participate in VM set-ups.
- Maintain loss-prevention standards to achieve optimal shrinkage results and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of retail management experience; prior luxury retail experience preferred.
- Proven leadership capability with experience setting targets, coaching and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated ability to analyse sales data, manage KPIs and drive business development.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience in client relationship management.
- Proficiency with retail systems and standard office software (POS, Word, Excel, email).
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of progressive retail management experience, preferably within luxury fashion; demonstrable track record in driving sales, developing teams and managing boutique operations.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business or related field preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic. There are currently 19 open positions in Prague on Cerulean, with 4 added recently. Across Czech Republic, Cerulean lists 19 open roles — 4 of them newly added.
Culture
Versace’s workplace is highly brand-driven, combining Italian craftsmanship and theatrical creativity with rigorous commercial standards. The environment rewards entrepreneurial thinking, polished client service and collaborative team leadership while emphasising diversity and inclusive practices.
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.