Store Director

MŌDUM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury brand is seeking an accomplished Boutique Director to lead its flagship retail operation in New York. This role is an opportunity to enhance client experiences and manage a high-performing team within a prestigious environment. Candidates must have proven experience in luxury retail, a strong commercial mindset, and excellent relationship management skills. This position offers autonomy and the chance for long-term career growth within a premium retail organization.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Boutique Director or Store Director in luxury retail.
• Ability to manage and inspire a team effectively.
• Flexible availability for work hours, including weekends.
• Confident, composed leadership style with a hands-on approach.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and key trading periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic and operational performance of the boutique.
• Champion a personalized client journey aligned with luxury standards.
• Own boutique performance and profitability targets.
• Ensure impeccable boutique standards, visual presentation, and compliance; oversee stock management and inventory accuracy.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and succession planning.

Skills

Proven leadership experience in luxury retail

Strong commercial acumen

Exceptional clienteling skills

Confident leadership style

People development

Weekend availability

Job description

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We are partnering with a luxury brand seeking an accomplished and service-driven Boutique Director to lead its flagship retail operation in New York.

This role offers the opportunity to operate at the highest level of luxury retail within an environment defined by craftsmanship, heritage, and an uncompromising client experience. Discretion, leadership presence, and commercial excellence are essential.

The Role

As Boutique Director, you will hold full responsibility for the strategic and operational performance of the boutique. You will lead by example, cultivate an exceptional client culture, and ensure consistent excellence across service delivery, people leadership, and commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Client Experience & Brand Representation

• Champion an elevated, personalised client journey aligned with luxury service standards
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with top‑tier and VIC clients
• Act as a senior brand ambassador, embodying the house’s values at all times

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high‑performing management and sales team
• Drive a culture of accountability, professionalism, and service excellence
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and succession planning

Commercial & Strategic Performance

• Own boutique performance, KPIs, and profitability targets
• Translate global strategy into effective local execution
• Analyse performance data to identify growth opportunities and drive results
• Ensure impeccable boutique standards, visual presentation, and compliance
• Oversee stock management, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency
• Maintain adherence to policies, procedures, and retail excellence guidelines

Profile

• Proven leadership experience at Boutique Director / Store Director level within luxury retail
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset
• Exceptional clienteling and relationship management skills
• Confident, composed leadership style with a hands‑on approach
• Flexible availability, including weekends and key trading periods

Why This Opportunity

• Lead a prestigious boutique within a globally respected luxury environment
• High‑impact leadership role with autonomy and strategic influence
• Work in a culture that values craftsmanship, discretion, and excellence
• Long‑term career growth within a premium retail organisation

Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.