Reference code: JR124589
The Oldest Fine Leather Goods House in the World
Founded in 1829, Delvaux is a truly Belgian brand. In fact, it was even born before the Kingdom of Belgium, which was only established one year later, in 1830.
Created in Brussels by the innovative Charles Delvaux, la Maison has remained at the forefront of luxury leather goods for nearly two centuries because of its savoir-faire, uncompromising craftsmanship and the outstanding quality of its creations.
For its prestigious boutique in Antwerp, Delvaux is looking for an Assistant Store Manager.
Founded in Brussels in 1829, Delvaux is the oldest luxury leather goods House in the world and has never ceased its activities since that date. Delvaux, the inventor of the modern handbag, filed the first patent for a leather handbag in 1908. Among its extraordinary archives of over 3,000 designs, the Brillant (1958), the Tempête (1967), the Pin (1972), and the Lingot (2022) are among Delvaux's most iconic creations.
Located in mythical places around the world, from Saint-Honoré to Bond Street and Fifth Avenue, Delvaux's 60 boutiques are all different. Patented Supplier to the Court of Belgium since 1883, Delvaux has always shared and celebrated Belgian cultural references and values.
Your Mission: You assist the Store Manager in the smooth running of the boutique and in the development of its activity, its operational and administrative management.
As an ambassador for our brand, your main missions will be:
Welcome, advise, and build loyalty with local and international clientele at Delvaux;
Participate in the continuous improvement of the quality of service and customer reception;
Acquire extensive knowledge and understanding of our product lines to build a close relationship with customers and increase sales;
Develop sales and achieve the objectives set by the commercial management;
Provide feedback on sales, customer profiles, and product performance to your manager;
Check and manage stock levels and their optimization;
Ensure the proper presentation of the boutique. Represent the brand's image by adhering to the strictest standards in visual merchandising, maintenance, and Delvaux standards;
Provide reporting on point-of-sale activity;
Project follow-up;
Support in achieving general and personal objectives;
Ensure, with the Store Manager, that the entire organization of the boutique is oriented towards sales and customer service;
Ensure follow-up (internally and with headquarters) of all initiatives organized in the boutique;
Assist the Store Manager in staff training;
Verify with the Store Manager that all tasks are executed correctly (cash register, product reception, customer assistance, customer service, etc.)
*This list is not exhaustive.
Your Profile:
You have at least 3 years of successful experience in the luxury sector;
Experience in a management role and in managing a boutique is a must;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building relationships at all levels of the organization;
Experience in customer relationship management (CRM) is highly desired;
Excellent clienteling skills;
Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills;
Have a relatively in-depth knowledge of the luxury market;
Very good knowledge of Dutch, ideally a good understanding and practice of French and English.
Our Offer: You bring us your sales and management knowledge as well as your passion for fashion and luxury, we offer you:
A full-time contract
A 37.5-hour work week
A dynamic work environment
A comprehensive salary package: group and hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers, reimbursement of travel expenses
The opportunity to contribute to the success of a major player in the luxury sector
Training and career development opportunities
Do you think you are the right person for this position? Apply now!
