Department Manager - Menswear

Totême; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 558,000 - 781,200; Full time

Job summary

Totême seeks an experienced Department Manager Menswear for their Biblioteksgatan Store in Stockholm. This full-time role involves leading the menswear department with a focus on sales performance, client experience, and team development.

The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in luxury retail, along with strong client service and sales proficiency. Excellent organizational skills and fluency in English are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in menswear specialty or luxury retail.
• Strong understanding of the menswear market and luxury fashion.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the menswear department to ensure strong commercial performance.
• Drive sales through service and relationship building.
• Coach the team on product knowledge and service standards.

Skills

Client service

Sales performance

Retail operations

Job description

About TOTEME

TOTEME is a fashion house rooted in Swedish sensibilities, modern aspirations and the notion of style. With an appreciation for women’s many roles and how pieces are worn in practice, we create emblematic designs with an emphasis on materiality and shape. Representing a direct and decisive way of dressing, the collections are contextualized in curated edits, visuals and spaces. TOTEME was founded in 2014 by Elin Kling and Karl Lindman. From the atelier in Stockholm, we create collections spanning ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, accessories and jewelry.

The Role

TOTEME is looking for an experienced Department Manager Menswear to join our Biblioteksgatan Store full-time. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the menswear department with a strong focus on sales performance and client experience. You will report to the Store Manager and liaise weekly with the Retail and Merchandising teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Menswear department to deliver strong commercial performance and authentic client experience.
• Drive sales through great service, garment knowhow, styling, and relationship building.
• Analyze business performance and identify opportunities to improve results and client engagement.
• Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor and lead by example in all client interactions.
• Coach and support the team through regular training on product knowledge, styling, and service standards.
• Partner closely with the Store Manager and HQ teams to share product and client feedback.
• Ensure visual merchandising is executed according to brand standards and supports the collection message.
• Oversee stock levels, replenishment, and back‑of‑house organisation within the department.
• Participate in and contribute to TOTEME’s social and environmental sustainability strategy.

Your Profile

• 3+ years of experience in menswear specialty, or luxury retail
• Strong understanding of the menswear market.
• Strong understanding of client service, sales performance, and retail operations.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with clients and deliver a personalized styling experience.
• Experienced in coaching and developing teams in a retail environment.
• An understanding of visual merchandising and stock management, ideally within a menswear category.
• Strong product knowledge and interest in luxury menswear, tailoring, fabrication, and contemporary style.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

About You

• Passionate about menswear, with a genuine interest in luxury fashion, craftsmanship, and contemporary style.
• A TOTEME ambassador who lives and breathes our culture and values.
• An inspiring leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident in styling and advising clients, with the ability to translate trends and product knowledge into a meaningful client experience.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• A positive, hands‑on, and solution‑oriented attitude.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a fast‑paced retail environment.

This is a full‑time position based at TOTEME’s Biblioteksgatan Store with an immediate start.