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Hermès

Managing Director, Short Hills

Hermès, Short Hills, New Jersey, us, 07078

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Hermès . The Hermès Short Hills Boutique opened in 2011 and focuses on providing extraordinary service to clients as part of the Northern Region. This position reports to the Regional Vice President Retail - Northern Region and works collaboratively with the sales team and selling support teams to support the client experience in a fast-paced, luxury environment. Responsibilities

Oversees management team and ensures they are well informed, trained and aligned in approach Provides strategy for team motivation, orchestrates change as needed, drives results through excellent people management Maintains high morale and drive to achieve results Provides timely analysis of business opportunities and corresponding strategy for boutique development Manages buying through preparation, strategy and execution of the buy Ensures the highest level of service, coaching staff and management for increased performance Conducts monthly touch-base sales coaching for optimal results Addresses issues affecting the boutique in a timely and thoughtful manner, delegating and following up as necessary Partners with corporate departments and metier heads to ensure strong boutique support Maintains an active candidate database for boutique recruitment, conducts interviews and selects appropriately Supports company initiatives, contests and programs Full responsibility for P&L, sales goals and inventory results Full responsibility for staff training, communication and policy adherence Maintains HR notes on team performance and writes annual evaluations for direct reports Manages stock to maintain qualitative and quantitative standards, respecting best sellers, aged inventory, and MOS guidelines Partners with Communications Team to organize events that build client relationships Works with VM team to uphold standards and highlight new product stories Monitors market trends and ensures Floor Managers conduct regular competitive shopping Supervisory & Budget

Supervisory Responsibility: YES Budget Responsibility: YES P&L responsibility and accountability for meeting sales and budget plans, payroll, shrinkage and loss prevention goals Decision Making

Decision Making Responsibility: YES Client services, policy interpretation, hiring and promotion recommendations, buying decisions and merchandising efforts are part of the role. About You

Minimum 5 years prior Store Management experience, or flagship Assistant Store Manager experience Previous buying experience relevant to Managing Director responsibilities Experience managing multi-person teams Experience reporting to Executive management and Merchant levels Bachelor’s Degree preferred Demonstrated success running a high-volume store Energetic, sales-driven leader with excellent interpersonal and stylistic presence Impeccable service standards for luxury clientele Strong communication with senior executives and during store visits Ability to supervise and develop other high-level managers Operationally sound with strategic mindset; open to new ideas and change Ability to motivate and maintain morale in challenging circumstances; capable of healthy conflict Strong delegation and follow-up skills with empowerment of managers Ability to form strong cross-organizational partnerships Personal style aligned with brand heritage Sensitivity to multicultural environments; experience with France or European brands Experience in buying management; preferred Humble, respectful leadership style; not openly arrogant Comfortable with fast-paced environments and prioritization Knowledge of French language is helpful Travel required, approximately 4–5 weeks annually to Paris Ability to lift 0–25 lbs. We are Looking for a candidate who can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations. Compensation

The range for this role is $125,500.00 – $155,000.00. Actual rates are determined based on the job, location, and individual experience. Company Overview

Since 1837, Hermès has remained faithful to its artisan business model and humanist values. Hermès is an independent, family-owned company with 42 workshops and a global network of stores in 49 countries. Hermès employs more than 15,000 people worldwide. Our actions for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility are founded on values passed down by generations of humble artisans. We strive to leave a positive footprint on the world. Equal Opportunity

At Hermès of Paris, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Applicants are recruited, selected and hired without discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics. Hermès provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. We collect personal information from applicants in connection with employment opportunities. For details, contact ccpa@hermes.com. Please do not submit resumes or applications to this email address.

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