Assistant Manager - Flagship Store Amsterdam (d/f/m)

Founded in Berlin by Jacqueline Mikuta and Klemens Weiss, MIKUTA began in 2017 with a jewelry line and expanded into women's ready-to-wear in 2019. Today, MIKUTA is an independent fashion brand known for effortless design, premium feel, and a distinct point of view.

Our Team is spread across Europe, with a Studio Office in Berlin and a production Office in northern Portugal.

We’re expanding rapidly, and to support our Retail team, we’re looking for a Assistant Manager – Flagship Store Amsterdam (d/f/m) who will help create a store experience that inspires, engages, and delights every guest. You’ll bring passion, attention to detail, and a strong sense of style to ensure the store reflects the MIKUTA aesthetic and delivers an exceptional shopping experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver outstanding customer service — welcome every guest with warmth, offer styling advice, and ensure each visitor feels inspired and valued.

• Support daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, restocking, maintaining floor presentation, and ensuring smooth store flow.

• Maintain the MIKUTA aesthetic through precise visual merchandising, ensuring all displays are beautifully styled and aligned with brand guidelines.

• Assist with inventory management, including receiving deliveries, organizing stock, and monitoring product levels to ensure the store is always guest-ready.

• Support in-store events, product launches, and community activations, ensuring seamless execution and an engaging atmosphere.

• Collaborate with the Store Manager and HQ teams to share customer feedback, product insights, and opportunities to elevate the in-store experience.

• Contribute to achieving sales goals by actively engaging with customers, sharing product knowledge, and promoting current collections.

• Support hiring and recruiting efforts, including assisting with candidate sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and training new team members.

• Ensure the store environment is immaculate, well-stocked, and full of positive energy that reflects the MIKUTA spirit.

ABOUT YOU

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• 2–4 years of experience in fashion retail or a related field, ideally within premium or affordable luxury brands and/or experience in an Assistant Manager role.

• Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service and helping drive sales by supporting the team on the shop floor.

• Enthusiastic about building strong team dynamics: able to assist with training, onboarding, and motivating colleagues.

• Comfortable supporting daily store operations, from stock and visual merchandising to maintaining a welcoming environment.

• Organized and detail-focused, confident assisting with reporting, sales tracking, and operational tasks.

• Passionate about creating lasting impressions with customers and building authentic relationships.

• Enjoys working in fast-paced, founder-led, or start-up retail environments.

• Hands-on involvement in store openings or launch operations is a plus.

• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Alongside an inspiring team and diverse tasks, you can look forward to fantastic benefits:

• Permanent contract with opportunities to grow and learn

• €1,000 MIKUTA gift card per year

• 25% Friends & Family discount

• Regular team events & company offsites