Area Sales Manager – Fragrance

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartier seeks a commercial lead for fragrance across India and Türkiye, partnering with the Fragrance team to implement strategy, drive sales performance, oversee forecasting and supply flow, and execute marketing plans.

In this role, you will build strong client relationships, manage an ambassador network, lead cross-functional collaborations, and ensure a premium Maison experience across markets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, key account management or business development.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing sales targets, forecasts and budgets.
• Excellent relationship-building, presentation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sales targets and margins across accounts and monitor performance.
• Prepare accurate forecasts and coordinate supply flow.
• Build and maintain relationships with key fragrance clients and manage inquiries.

Skills

Sales experience

Key account management

Business development

Negotiation

Forecasting

Budget management

Relationship building

Analytical capabilities

Job description

Job description

Reference code: JR133146 The story of Cartier is founded on curiosity and passion. For more than 170 years we have embraced a bold, pioneering spirit that continues to inspire our teams across all Métiers from our boutiques to our workshops and corporate offices. Our 10,000+ colleagues of more than 105 nationalities are united by a shared independent spirit and commitment to excellence, striving to continuously enrich our Maison’s heritage by pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR MISSION?

As a true ambassador of Cartier, you will act as the commercial lead for the fragrance business across India and Türkiye. You will partner closely with the Fragrance team to implement the Maison’s strategy, drive sales performance, oversee forecasting and supply flow, and ensure the successful execution of marketing plans.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

Client & Account Management

• Deliver sales and margin targets across designated accounts, while monitoring performance against agreed objectives.
• Prepare accurate sales forecasts and coordinate supply flow in line with business and client needs.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key fragrance clients.
• Develop and implement strategic account plans aligned with the Maison’s commercial priorities.
• Act as the main point of contact for client enquiries and commercial matters, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Collaborate closely with the Fragrance team and wider internal stakeholders to support business performance.

Fragrance Ambassador Community

• Build and animate the Fragrance Ambassador community across India and Türkiye through regular communication, training and visits to retail counters.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding and development of Fragrance Ambassadors.
• Monitor performance through sales analysis and brand knowledge assessments.
• Set monthly targets and manage commission and incentive schemes.
• Motivate and empower the ambassador network to achieve commercial objectives while delivering a consistent Maison experience.

Sales Growth & Business Development

• Identify opportunities for upselling, cross-selling and new business development within designated accounts.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and client feedback to identify opportunities and inform commercial plans.
• Present new product launches, brand strategies and the Maison’s value proposition confidently to clients.
• Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing, terms and conditions, to secure favourable agreements.
• Manage budgets effectively and support the execution of launches, activations and marketing initiatives.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

You will thrive in this role if you have:

• Proven experience in sales, key account management or business development, ideally within fragrance, beauty or luxury.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing sales targets, forecasts and budgets.
• Excellent relationship-building, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities and the ability to translate performance insights into clear actions.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across different teams, clients and markets.
• A proactive, agile and results-oriented approach.