Yves Saint Laurent Assistant Store Director
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $90,000–100,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
About Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent stands as one of fashion’s most influential maisons, renowned for redefining modern elegance through audacity, precision, and cultural intelligence. As an employer, the House offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a legacy shaped by creativity, craftsmanship, and a distinctly Parisian spirit. Employees are encouraged to pursue excellence across design, retail, merchandising, communications, and corporate functions, within a culture that values individuality, rigor, and forward-looking vision. Joining Yves Saint Laurent means participating in the continued evolution of an iconic brand whose influence extends far beyond fashion.
Saint Laurent Assistant Store Director in Toronto—lead retail operations and drive sales in luxury fashion retail.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the Department Manager and store sales team to meet and exceed all sales goals and KPIs
- Promote brand engagement with customers to ensure achievement of quantitative and qualitative objectives
- Ensure professional growth and staff training through a coaching approach
- Define targeted sales and service goals and oversee their achievement
- Assist the Store Director in overseeing floor coverage, driving sales, visual merchandising, customer service, and operational functions
- Act as training ambassador for all training needs within the store
- Build a network of contacts with impact on local and international luxury business to promote customer loyalty
Qualifications
- Significant experience in the sale of luxury goods or retail
- 2 to 4 years of successful experience in a managerial retail position
- Excellent time management skills
- Knowledge of Concur expense reporting (preferred)
Skills
Experience
2 to 4 years of successful managerial experience in retail, preferably within the luxury goods sector
Education
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Workplace
The role is situated in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 90,000 to CAD 100,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, paid time off programs, employee discount/perks, retirement plan with employer contributions, bonus eligibility
Culture
Yves Saint Laurent fosters a bold, creative, and fast-paced workplace where teams are encouraged to challenge convention while upholding the Maison’s legacy of elegance and modernity. As an employer, it values artistic vision, collaboration, and excellence, offering an environment where talent can contribute to a globally influential luxury brand with a distinctive Parisian spirit.
About Cerulean
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