Cindy Kreuz
Kingsland
Summary
Dynamic Business Development Manager with a proven track record at Golden Goose, driving market strategy and retail growth in New Zealand. Expert in luxury retail management and team leadership, I excelled in achieving sales targets and enhancing customer loyalty, while optimizing store operations and visual merchandising for exceptional client experiences.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager - New Zealand
Golden Goose
12.2022 - Current
- Leads business development and market strategy for Golden Goose in New Zealand, overseeing the brand’s inaugural local store and preparing for future expansion.
- Manages market planning, competitor analysis, and retail growth initiatives.
- Oversees store operations, team development, and client experience excellence.
- Collaborates with headquarters on purchasing, product assortment, and visual merchandising.
- Identifies opportunities for new store openings and optimises retail performance.
Store Manager - Amsterdam Flagship
Golden Goose
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Appointed manager of Golden Goose’s second European flagship store, playing a pivotal role in brand development and retail success in the region.
- Achieved consistent sales targets with robust UPT and product mix KPIs.
- Developed and led a high-performing team, fostering long-term client relationships.
- Supported purchasing, visual merchandising, and daily operations.
- Solely Managed On-Site Operations During a Major Store Refurbishment in 2020, Earning Recognition for Resilience and Dedication.
Co-Owner / Retail Entrepreneur
Centre Neuf & Marc by Marc Jacobs
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Co-founded and co-managed two multi-brand fashion retail stores in the Netherlands, overseeing all business functions.
- Responsible for managing budgets, purchasing, inventory, staff recruitment, marketing, and sales.
- Developed a robust portfolio, including brands such as Acne, Isabel Marant, Kenzo, Jil Sander, and Marc by Marc Jacobs.
- Cultivated a loyal customer base and a strong brand identity.
Fashion Trade Fair Assistant (Part-Time)
De Modefabriek
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Collaborated with one of the Netherlands’ leading fashion trade fairs to support event execution and brand showcases for local and international designers.
Store Manager & Visuals Lead
Spoiled, Iceberg & Trussardi (ANG BV)
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Led the launch and operations of three premium fashion stores in Amsterdam.
- Managed teams, purchasing, budgets, and store visuals.
- Achieved strong sales results and enhanced brand visibility within the local market.
Store Manager & Buyer
DKNY
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Initially commenced as a sales associate and progressed to Store Manager at P.C. Hooftstraat, Amsterdam’s premier shopping district.
- Supported international buying expeditions and visual merchandising projects in Milan and New York.
- Developed early leadership and client-building skills, prior to transitioning to assistant manager to prioritise family responsibilities.
Skills
- Business growth strategies
- Luxury Retail Management
- Customer loyalty development
- Team Leadership and Training
- Budgeting and Sales Strategy
- Visual Merchandising
- Market strategy
- Retail management
- Competitor analysis
- Store operations
- Sales forecasting
- Business planning
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory management
Timeline
Business Development Manager - New Zealand
Golden Goose
12.2022 - Current
Store Manager - Amsterdam Flagship
Golden Goose
01.2014 - 01.2022
Co-Owner / Retail Entrepreneur
Centre Neuf & Marc by Marc Jacobs
01.2007 - 01.2014
Fashion Trade Fair Assistant (Part-Time)
De Modefabriek
01.2006 - 01.2007
Store Manager & Visuals Lead
Spoiled, Iceberg & Trussardi (ANG BV)
01.2002 - 01.2007
Store Manager & Buyer
DKNY
01.1997 - 01.2002