- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €35,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 9, 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 is seeking a Retail Operations Coordinator to support the smooth operation of its store network in Italy and Greece, reporting to the area Retail Operations Manager. The role covers store operations, omnichannel and after-sales support, inventory, projects and retail-event logistics. The position is governed by the Commercio Terziario CCNL, classified as Impiegato, with indicative starting compensation of €35,000 and an annual bonus opportunity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage the Brandon and Sopedi ordering systems and supply orders.
- Monitor store-order budgets for retail-related items, including drinks, stationery and supplies.
- Coordinate new joiners’ telephone, business card and uniform arrangements with the HR team and administrative assistants.
- Send periodic reports to stores.
- Follow up with and support the store network on omnichannel and after-sales activities.
- Train store teams on new front-of-house and back-of-house policies and guidelines.
- Support and follow up on annual inventories to ensure smooth product turnover and space allocation.
- Coordinate with HQ and OM to launch and implement new tools and special projects.
- Monitor and rank department-store rankings.
- At the Manager’s direction, be present in stores to ensure operational compliance.
- Handle other operational requests with a service- and solution-oriented approach.
- Coordinate seasonal uniform distribution to stores or consolidate orders for the upcoming season.
- Implement reports and analyses on Operations activities as requested.
- Under the Manager’s supervision, coordinate activities related to new store openings and seasonal openings and closures.
- Provide logistical support for Retail events, including booking flights, hotels and meeting rooms.
Qualifications
- Good communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills, and team spirit.
- Organizational ability, autonomy and rigor.
- Mastery of English and the Office Pack.
- Knowledge of Retail, including retail experience in an external selective-distribution environment.
- Sensitivity to products and fashion culture.
- Dynamism, responsiveness, versatility and ability to prioritize.
- Ability to find solutions and maintain a positive attitude in all circumstances.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 35,000 per annum.
Benefits
Annual bonus opportunity under the company internal agreement; additional benefits and initiatives in accordance with company policies, beyond those provided by the applicable National Collective Labor Agreement and by law.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
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