TEAM MANAGER - OPERATIONS - SCOTTSDALE
Symbol of elegance and authentic luxury with its sophisticated and timeless Collections, CELINE is a French Leather-Goods and Couture House, driven by a strong artistic and holistic vision. CELINE’s ambition is to be one of the most iconic luxury brands worldwide.To make this vision a reality we are looking for agile, passionate and authentic personalities who are eager to evolve in a highly creative and challenging environment.CELINE is currently seeking a TEAM MANAGER to join it’s Scottsdale New Store Opening, expected in Summer 2026!YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENTThe Team Manager is responsible for the overall management of staff, merchandise, and client experience. The Team Manager will also be responsible for achieving sales objectives, maintaining, and achieving high operational and merchandising standards and goals, building highly motivated teams, and developing associates to the next level.YOUR IMPACTPeople Management:Manage a team of Client Advisors; develop and coach staff through goal setting and regular individual and team meetingsConsistently build a growth environment through daily coaching’s, weekly pulse checks, monthly reviews and our internal objectives platform (RISE)Ensure that direct reports have a strategic and effective mindset that is focused on commercial success, reflected through consistent KPI achievementInvolvement in team’s succession planning by training and developing support personnel to the best of their abilitiesRecruitment of candidates for all levels within the team with qualifications that meet company standardsSupervise team and implement company policies while adhering to accurate procedure regarding disciplinary actionOnboard new hires, train, and develop the team to provide exceptional client service, drive sales and usage of systems/processesIdentify individual and team training needs - create and implement regular training to be followed up with a written report to Training Manager and Store ManagerExhibit strong interpersonal skills in taking care of staff, peers, supervisors and the NY and Paris corporate officeSales:Meet sales goals set forth by the Regional Director of StoresLead and empower sales team to provide high quality client service in order to achieve maximum sales resultsCoordinate the use of all client relationship resources (training tools, client books, etc.) to provide personal assistance to clientsManage the level of floor supervision to improve sales resultsDevelop events/incentives that will continue to grow client base, with particular emphasis placed on building local marketClient Service:Maintain the highest degree of client service every daySupport management and team with building a strong repeat business and prospecting mindset through an action-based culture; Create an appointment-based business, consignments and progressive growth of client baseCollaborate with Store Manager and Corporate partners to ensure that team members embody the quest for excellence in client service, measured by the Voice of Client (VOC) and Mystery Shop ScoresAssist sales associates with various client service issuesEmpower associates to make decisions in the best interest of providing good client service by serving as a proactive mentor and problem solverJob ResponsibilitiesOperations:Effective utilization of POS system and its inventory management functions; Be fully trained in current POS systems and to ensure that the staff is proficient as wellPartner with logistics and product team to ensure appropriate assortmentProvide monthly qualitative and quantitative business reports as stipulated by CorporateMaintain good communication with members of corporate office, mall office, repair facility and other storesCoordinate follow-up and Prêt-à-portererwork in an accurate and timely fashionMeet inventory accuracy and shrink requirementsPerform other projects, as assignedVisuals:Partner with the Visual Manager to lead all aspects of the visual merchandising standardsDetermine metro client profile allowing appropriate reaction to individual trends in businessSupport Visual Merchandising in planning, scheduling, and implementing an innovative, compelling and well carried out visual environment with the express purpose of enhancing the client’s shopping experienceReview sales frequently, take action to correct deficiencies and improve positive salesKEYS FOR SUCCESSEducation: Business School, University or “equivalent experience”Experience:Position requires minimum of 6 years of experience in a retail setting with emphasis on operations, store management or office administration, preferably in a luxury setting. Computer literate; learn and use various software packagesCompetencies:Candidates with client books strongly preferredDesire to work retail, with a focus on managementPassion for luxury product with an appreciation for designAction oriented, result drivenProficiency in meditating and resolving issues or concerns that may ariseStrong oral and written communication skillsCustomer service orientedAbility to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which includes, evenings, weekends, and holidaysLanguages: Foreign Languages a plusWorkplace: ScottsdaleProfileOUR COMMITMENT CELINE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We are committed to the prevention of all discrimination, providing equal opportunities to all applicants irrespective of gender, gender expression, disability, origin, background, religious beliefs or sexual orientation or any other basis protected by law. CELINE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.