Ref#: W164872
Department: Retail
State/Province: South Holland
Location: Netherlands
Company Description
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren’s reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company’s brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world’s most widely recognized families of consumer brands.
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Store Manager to lead our new store opening at the Mall of the Netherlands. As Store Manager, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer experiences while driving business results through effective team leadership and operational excellence.

Required:

• Excellent customer service and relationship building skills
• Action-oriented leadership approach
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong storytelling abilities
• Results-driven mindset
• Empathetic leadership style
• Talent development capabilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Team Development:

• Create an inclusive working environment fostering a customer-centric mindset
• Lead and develop a high-performing team
• Recruit, train, and onboard new team members
• Drive product knowledge and selling culture excellence
• Provide inspirational leadership to achieve sales and profitability targets

1. Business & Client Development:

• Maximize category performance through effective brand storytelling
• Analyze local market trends and competitor activities
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Develop strategies to optimize sales opportunities
• Lead implementation of brand standards and visual presentations

1. Operations Management:

• Manage store staffing schedules and optimize productivity
• Monitor and control operational costs and shrinkage
• Analyze performance data and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with regional management on strategic initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

• Proven retail management experience in a luxury or premium brand environment
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Experience in new store openings preferred
• Fluent in Dutch and English
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales and profitability
• Experience in team development and leadership

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with an iconic global lifestyle brand
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive benefits package and employee discounts
• Inclusive work environment
• Participation in leadership store visits and regional events

Location: Mall of the Netherlands
This position will report to the District Manager/Regional Director and will be responsible for achieving business objectives while maintaining Ralph Lauren’s high standards of customer service and brand representation.

Please refer the Job description for details