BALENCIAGA Store Director | Madison Avenue
Balenciaga - New York City, NY
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SummaryWe are currently seeking a Store Director who will report to the Retail Director. YOUR OPPORTUNITY The Store Director is a professional in the fashion industry who is responsible for promoting brand engagement and loyalty to clients, in particular VICs and VVICs, in order to guarantee store business goals.They are accountable for sustaining the brand image, achieving sales and KPIs goals, managing the store team, recruiting, retaining and developing clients, and guarantees compliance with all processes and guidelines set by the HQHO in order to bring the store to its full potential. They are accountable for being the Balenciaga benchmark (excellent standards) in their RegionCountry.Job DescriptionHOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTEA BUSINESS DEVELOPERDefine, execute and monitor the store action plan to achieve sales targets and KPIsDefine targeted quantitative and qualitative goals and ensure they are achievedImplement action plans and follow-upAnalyze the results: daily, weekly, monthly and set up constant assessmentsFocus on key KPIs and create a strong store culture and storytelling approachUnderstand and monitor constantly local business environment including market trends and competitionKeep relevant with market and fashion trendsShare with store teamIntegrateadapt insights in store action planDefine constantly opportunities for growth and execute actions accordinglyCommunicate high quality relevant feedbacks and report to HQsHO andor store teamOversee and ensure weekly payroll is accurately reported for store teamComplete Monthly Store Schedule for the team to reflect needs of the businessA TALENT LEADER AND DEVELOPERCreate and maintain a positive work environment, consistent with Balenciaga behaviorsProvide a clear vision and goals for the team and for the individualsIdentify, attract, recruit, develop and retain talentConsistently recruit top talent in partnership with the Head of Retail and HRCreate development plans for store management and store teams, ensure professional growth via training and coachingEnsure professional growth and training of the store team with a coaching approach, by constantly stimulating them to be up-to-date in the Fashion industryCoach consistently direct reportsProvide structured feedback on a regular basisManage individual appraisal interview at least twice a yearMotivate and challenge store management and store teams on a regular basisOrganize qualitative time with the team (team building...)A BRAND PROMOTER (CLIENTS)Behave as a Balenciaga Ambassador, sustain and promote the culture of the brand internally and externallyEmbody constantly Balenciaga codes and engage local people with the brandEnsure Balenciaga Signature and Client experience are executed and consistent over timeStore according to the Company directions (VM guidelines)Ensure that the store image in line with corporate standardsEnsure store team is aware of this standardsEnsure that team behaviors are consistent with the standards of Balenciaga services, image and valuesLead by example conveying Balenciaga behaviors towards clientsKnow hisher clients and prospects (quantitative and qualitative) to define action plansAttract and recruit new clients from personal network and external partnersDevelop clienteling mindset and client's loyalty and retention from beginners to VICsOversee the clienteling approachEnsure that the qualitative standards required by our brand are maintainedAbility to engage VIP and celebritiesA PROCESS MANAGEREnsure that all the processes are in compliance with legal, safety, security, internal requirements, sustainability, HR guidelinesHandle all administration and accounting responsibilities.Achieve and authorize planning, organize and plan the activities providing available resources to manage the expected workloadApply all the necessary golden rules to ensure the safety of both store team andSupervise warehouse stock, verify that it is in line with the Store's sales potential, and report to Merchandising Retail at Headquarters accordinglyTake all the necessary measures to guarantee the safety of the products and all valuable materials in the store along with the WarehouseEnsure that the packaging and positioning of the product are coherent to the protection of corporate assetsEnsure execution of Retail Excellence guidelines in the store: front of house, back of house, teamSupervise inventory activities and warehouse stock and report immediately anyChallenge and improve current processes sustaining the growth and ensure efficiency and effectivenessWHO YOU ARECommitment to take part in an innovative project5 to 10 years of successful experience in a managerial position (minimum 20 people) in luxury Retail industryInclusive leadership style and entrepreneurshipHigh sensitivity to clients experience and loyaltyExceptional interpersonal skills, persuasivenessPrecision, organizational skillsAdaptability, openness, risk-taking, dynamic, listening abilities, curiosityHigh availability, responsivenessProduct and Fashion sensitivityMastering digital skillsCOMPENSATIONFor individuals assigned andor hired to work in New York, BALENCIAGA includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications. In addition, where a candidate falls within the disclosed range estimate may be dependent on the applicable geographic differential associated with the location in which the position may be filled.A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $140,000 USD to $160,000 USD.WHY WORK WITH US?This is an exciting opportunity to join Balenciaga's Madison Avenue team as a Store Director who will drive the business and contribute to the brand philosophy. We invite you to become part of a team that offers possibilities to learn and grow.Balenciaga is committed to thriving your professional development within the House or in the Kering group. We empower leaders to create, build and sustain high performing teams that excel in execution. We guide every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.DIVERSITY COMMITMENTBalenciaga is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We believe that diversity in all its forms; race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law, enriches the workplace and our client experience. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome all applications and select our talents based on competencies and in alignment with our brand behaviors. Setting people for success is what we live for and it is part of our interview process to discuss with you how to excel in our company.Job TypeRegularStart Date2024-02-16ScheduleFull timeOrganizationBalenciaga America Inc.
Created: 2025-01-10