At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a luxury boutique, drive sales, and enhance customer experience.
- Company: Join Van Cleef & Arpels, a prestigious High Jewelry Maison with rich heritage.
- Benefits: Generous salary, comprehensive benefits, and focus on employee wellbeing.
- Other info: Extensive travel and flexible hours; career development opportunities await.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team that values diversity and innovation.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; luxury retail experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 180000 - 195000 $ per year.
Who are we? A High Jewelry Maison with a strong heritage who promotes exceptional know-how in an enchanting and creative environment. Our Maison is looking for talented individuals who contribute to developing and transmitting their expertise with care and no compromise. At Van Cleef & Arpels you will be surrounded by passionate experts and will contribute to many new projects which allows our Maison to regularly reinvent itself. We are proud to hire talents from many different backgrounds and experiences. We believe that when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence.
Are you a good match? The ideal candidate for the Boutique Director role is required to have a bachelor's degree in a related field. A master's degree in business is preferred. This candidate must have Multi-Unit or High-Volume Experience, ideally in Luxury Retail or Hospitality. They should demonstrate the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize them effectively. Strong computer skills in SAP, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint are essential, along with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities. The candidate should be willing to travel in the US market and abroad up to 50% of the time, work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, and be able to endure long periods of standing. Fluency in French or Mandarin would be a valuable asset.
What are we expecting from you? Reporting to the Regional AVP, you will be responsible for the successful management and enhancement of the boutique, with the main objective of developing sales, growing the sales team, and reaching a consistent and sustainable high quality of service.
- Project and produce the sales as defined in the store action plan developed with the Senior Vice President, Retail and Regional Director focusing on short-term and long-term strategic and financial objectives to achieve; spearheads management and strategic development, including High Jewelry.
- Enhance quality and maintain integrity of the Van Cleef & Arpels image in the store's market.
- Identify success profiles and talent planning in order to define career paths and promote advancement, while monitoring and supervising Boutique team members.
- Generate new clients while developing new and innovative business ideas.
- Represent Van Cleef & Arpels at meetings, events, charity dinners and other work-related functions in both U.S. and abroad. Extensive travel involved.
- Manage optimal levels of inventories and model stock in coordination with the Supply Chain Department.
- Initiate activities for new product launches, events and activities to enhance visibility in the market and increase net sales.
- Assist in developing store personnel's performance goals and update management through reporting mechanisms. Provide the highest levels of customer service to support the growth of sales.
- Attend international functions such as Codir Des Codir, Maison Committee, Retail Conferences, SIHH and High Jewelry trips with the President & CEO, Senior Vice President, Retail and Regional Director.
More than a role…we recruit for a career! By joining Van Cleef and Arpels, you will be part of a Maison where employee career development is at the heart of our ambition. Upon your arrival, you will be immersed in our enchanting world with trainings on our history, know-how as well as trainings about our creations.
Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.
Salary Range: $180,000 - $195,000 (Annual). This role is bonus eligible.
Boutique Director in Vancouver employer: Brobston Group
As a General Manager at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritizes employee growth and development. We offer competitive benefits, a strong emphasis on teamwork, and opportunities for community engagement, all while ensuring you have the tools to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Join us in a location that fosters innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
