- Location
- Short Hills New Jersey USA
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $94,500–105,000/year
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
About Gucci
Gucci, one of the world’s most influential luxury houses, offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a Florentine legacy defined by creativity, craftsmanship and cultural daring. As part of Kering, the Maison combines Italian heritage with a progressive global outlook, fostering careers across design, retail, clienteling, merchandising, digital, operations and corporate functions. Gucci seeks individuals who bring curiosity, excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, supporting them through inclusive leadership, learning opportunities and international mobility. Its workplace celebrates self-expression, collaboration and innovation, while upholding exacting standards of quality, sustainability and client experience.
Gucci seeks a Retail Training Manager to deliver learning strategies and training across its New Jersey and Long Island stores, supporting KPI improvement and a consistent client experience. The role assesses training needs, coaches sales associates, and develops and facilitates learning content; it requires up to 30–40% travel throughout the North market. The base salary range is $94,500–$105,000 USD, with placement subject to factors including skills, experience, training, and geographic differential.
Role & Responsibilities
- Implement learning strategies based on corporate directives, including instructor-led and e-learning courses for Gucci stores in New Jersey and Long Island.
- Assess regional training needs and collaborate with retail and training leaders to develop comprehensive solutions.
- Work with other departments to measure training initiative success and its contribution to brand objectives.
- Support training strategies for New Jersey and Long Island stores, focusing on improving KPIs and ensuring a consistent client experience.
- Execute training activities as directed by the Vice President of Retail – North, Director of Retail Training, and Senior Manager, Retail Training – North.
- Facilitate monthly district training calls and contribute to content development.
- Create training decks for morning briefings and activities.
- Coach and train sales associates through on-floor observation, feedback, and modelling the luxury service experience.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university is preferred.
- At least five years of experience in a formalized training position with retail stores.
- Additional client-facing experience in a retail setting is desirable.
- Luxury retail experience is preferred.
- Experience planning and managing small- and large-scale training events, with flawless follow-through and execution.
- Ability to manage and work within a travel budget.
- Strong technical aptitude and expertise with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Learning Management Systems.
- Willingness to travel up to 30–40% throughout the North market.
- Proper work authorization to work in the United States.
Skills
Experience
At least five years in a formalized training position with retail stores; additional client-facing retail experience is desirable.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Short Hills, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of New York City.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 94,500 to USD 105,000 per annum.
Culture
Gucci fosters a creative, inclusive workplace where individuality, craftsmanship, and cultural curiosity are central to how teams collaborate. As an employer, the Maison encourages bold ideas and personal expression while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and responsible luxury.
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