ASSITANT STORE MANAGER at BRUNELLO CUCINELLI

, , Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Operations, Visual Merchandising, Performance Reporting, Team Motivation, Feedback Delivery, Conflict Mediation, Inventory Management, Retail Operations, IT Systems Proficiency, Product Knowledge, Organizational Skills, People Management, Luxury Retail, CRM Systems

Industry

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

Description

Profile: The role of the Brunello Cucinelli Assistant Store Manager is fundamental in providing support to the Store Manager. Requirements include helping run the Boutique, being a guide to the in-store team and acting as a reference point for customers. Role responsibilities: Cultivating a relationship with customers through an active and continuous presence on the shop floor and by providing a unique service and shopping experience in line with the brand philosophy, the corporate image, and communication and CRM guidelines. Communicating clearly, correctly and courteously in their mother tongue and other foreign languages with both clients and colleagues, whilst also actively listening and paying attention in order to establish mutual trust. Guiding sales operations and ensuring that both customer service and the selling ceremony are compliant with company guidelines, with the aim of providing all customers with a special experience. Collaborates with Store Manager to set goals that are specific, actionable, and based on established KPI's, promoting the achievement of assigned targets based both on store targets and set up goals, Supporting the Store Manager in the organization of events and trunk shows in order to introduce new customers to the Brunello Cucinelli world, to instil and increase loyalty and to provide further ideas on CRM actions to be implemented. Ensuring that high standards are maintained through a correct implementation of the Visual Guidelines, coordinating the team in assembling or dismantling visual displays, in windows or in-store, on a regular basis. Enriching its presence in the Boutique through a careful interpretation of the Brunello Cucinelli style, ensuring a continuous update on products and new collections for the team and themselves. Guiding the team in maximizing sales and performance and reporting any missed opportunities to management, allowing potential corrective actions to be implemented. With the aim of boosting business, the Assistant Store Manager will be also required to provide feedback through reports related to: sales trends (e.g. bestsellers, slow mover products etc.), customers and competitors. Managing and motivating the team in carrying out daily activities within the Boutique with a sense of responsibility. Furthermore, in order to guarantee continuous improvement, the Store Manager is responsible for ensuring each team member receives continuous feedback. Safeguarding and promoting respect and collaboration between colleagues, mediating any quarrel that may arise within the team by group coaching or one-to-one meetings. Cooperating with the stock department, providing support when required, especially during inventories. Ensuring that the retail operations procedures and the guidelines provided by HQ are respected. Cultivating direct contact with the headquarters. Using the main IT applications and systems, constantly updating any new tools made available by the company with particular reference to the Xstore management system and the Salesforce CRM system. Qualifications: For the role of Assistant Store Manager, we are looking for a candidate with an experience of minimum 8 years in Retail and with at least 2 years gained in managerial roles in a luxury Retail brand. The ideal profile has a solid understanding of the product and a deep knowledge of the fashion industry and luxury sector. To be successful in this role, applicants must have excellent organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment. High flexibility, people management skills and the ability to lead the team in a fast-paced environment are considered fundamental. Fluency in French and English is required; the knowledge of another language will be considered a plus. Brunello Cucinelli The Brunello Cucinelli story started in 1978 in Solomeo, a small historical hamlet in Italy that has always been the beating heart of the company. We strive to follow the rhythms of the land we live in and to cherish its rich traditions, drawing inspiration from the natural and artistic beauties that surround us. Specialised in high-quality cashmere production, our company has developped over time a personal vision of contemporary and refined elegance, which is reflected in our proudly Made in Italy ready-to-wear collections for Women, Men and Kids, as well as in our Lifestyle accessories line. High craftsmanship and premium-quality materials nurture our continuous aesthetic research, the most authentic meaning of our identity. We are committed to passing on the legacy of our land to younger generations, and we work every day to build and support trust-based relationships with all our collaborators, aiming to promote the individual talent that is indispensable for balanced, respectful and lasting growth.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager by guiding the in-store team, cultivating customer relationships through unique service experiences, and ensuring sales operations comply with company guidelines. Responsibilities also include collaborating on goal setting, organizing events, maintaining visual standards, and providing performance feedback.