Yves Saint Laurent Department Manager

Location
Employment Full-time
Seniority Manager
Posted Mar 1, 2026

Join Saint Laurent in Rome as a Department Manager. Lead a team in luxury fashion retail, promoting brand engagement and achieving sales targets. Apply now for this exciting opportunity with Kering Group.

Overview

Saint Laurent, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, is part of the esteemed Kering Group. Established in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was a pioneer in introducing luxury prêt-à-porter with its revolutionary 'Rive Gauche' collection in 1966. Under the creative leadership of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016, Saint Laurent continues to redefine the luxury fashion landscape with its iconic collections encompassing women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, and accessories. As an employer, Saint Laurent is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging talent expression and adaptability in a dynamic world.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate the department team to achieve sales targets and qualitative goals.
  • Promote brand engagement and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Implement and follow up on action plans in collaboration with HQ and Store Director.
  • Provide high-quality feedback and reporting to management.
  • Create a positive and motivating work environment.
  • Promote brand culture internally and externally.
  • Build and maintain a network to enhance customer loyalty, especially among Top Clients and VIPs.
  • Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and internal processes.
  • Challenge and improve department processes for efficiency.

Qualifications

  • Commitment to innovative projects.
  • Significant experience in luxury goods or retail sales.
  • Managerial experience with a focus on team coaching and feedback.
  • Strong knowledge of market and fashion trends.

Skills

Product sensitivity and market knowledge. Excellent organizational and prioritization skills. Adaptability and openness to feedback. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Experience

Significant experience in luxury goods sales and retail management.

Workplace

This position is based in Rome, Lazio, Italy. Cerulean lists 58 open roles in Rome, including 4 posted recently. The broader Lazio area accounts for 65 active listings on Cerulean, 4 of which are new. In Italy as a whole, Cerulean currently features 1.306 open positions, with 32 posted this week.

Benefits

Saint Laurent offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. The company values diversity and inclusivity, providing equal opportunities for all employees.

Culture

Saint Laurent fosters a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. The company values diversity in all its forms, believing it enriches the workplace and enhances adaptability in a changing world. Employees are encouraged to express their talents individually and collectively.

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.