Area Manager
Core
Leading a portfolio of Kate Spade New York stores across the UK & Mainland Europe to drive commercial performance, operational excellence, and brand standards.
Role type
Senior retail area manager (fashion/luxury)
Builds
Seasonal collections of handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor
Domain
Fashion retail / Luxury goods
Required skills
Multi-site retail leadership, commercial acumen, people leadership and coaching, data-driven analysis, stakeholder communication, cost control and inventory management
Preferred skills
Experience in premium or luxury retail, passion for the brand, ability to travel extensively
Technologies
POS systems, retail analytics tools, inventory management software
Responsibilities
Drive sales performance and profitability across the area; coach and develop Store Managers; ensure consistent brand standards in visual merchandising and service; analyze business results to identify trends and opportunities; manage stock levels and inventory integrity; conduct regular store visits and provide actionable feedback.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with regional oversight