- Location
- Costa Mesa California USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $115,000–120,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 14, 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 seeks a Department Manager in Costa Mesa to oversee a product department’s sales, team, and operations while driving performance, client engagement, and boutique standards. The role partners with store leadership and cross-functional teams on coaching, operations, inventory, visual standards, and client issues. Base compensation is $115,000–$120,000 annually, plus bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee sales, the team, and operations for a product department within the boutique.
- Partner with the Assistant Store Director and Store Director on corporate initiatives, team development, employee relations, product training, and operations.
- Maintain a consistent salesfloor presence and deliver an exceptional client experience.
- Open and close the boutique and operate the POS in accordance with operational and loss-prevention guidelines.
- Develop and implement strategic action plans to maximize department sales and client engagement in line with the boutique’s performance goals.
- Drive department sales goals, KPIs, and team performance by coaching to Brilliant Basics principles.
- Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports to ensure the department is on track to achieve and exceed quantitative and qualitative goals.
- Stay informed about product-related information, including stock availability and technical changes, and keep the team updated.
- Communicate business trends, client requests, and product feedback to the Buying team.
- Manage and support escalated client issues in partnership with the Store Director, Client Services, and Operations teams.
- Maintain department visual standards in accordance with Visual Merchandising and Loss Prevention guidelines.
- Partner with the Operations team on weekly cycle counts and inventory discrepancy reporting to maintain low shrink levels.
- Uphold Operational Guidelines to ensure compliance and successful store audits.
- Demonstrate leadership and ownership of the boutique through in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures.
- Develop strong working relationships with the management team, corporate partners, and other boutiques.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- At least 3–5 years of retail experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in a retail management capacity.
- Experience managing a team of 5 or more.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to motivate and lead sales teams.
Skills
Experience
At least 3–5 years of retail experience and at least 2 years in a retail management capacity; experience managing a team of 5 or more.
Education
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Costa Mesa, California, USA, within easy reach of Los Angeles.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 115,000 to USD 120,000 per annum.
Benefits
Bonus eligibility; medical, dental, and vision coverage; short- and long-term disability; paid time off programs; employee discounts and perks; retirement plan with employer contributions.
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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