Sales & Education Executive

coty; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty company is seeking a Sales & Education Executive in Montreal to manage key retail doors and inspire beauty advisors. The role requires 2-4 years of sales experience in beauty and luxury retail, alongside strong interpersonal skills. You will drive sales performance and deliver impactful training sessions. This position offers health benefits, paid time off, and a diverse working environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision and disability insurance

Paid time off and Summer Fridays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2 – 4 years of sales experience in beauty and luxury retail preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills (French / English required).
• Proven ability to drive results in a competitive retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage key retail doors and inspire frontline beauty advisors.
• Achieve and exceed sell-out targets for assigned territory.
• Deliver training sessions to retail beauty advisors.

Skills

Sales experience in beauty and luxury retail

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Overview

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COTY is looking for a dynamic Sales & Education Executive for our Quebec, Ottawa & Maritimes regions.

This role blends commercial acumen with a passion for training and in-store execution.

Responsibilities

• As our Sales & Education Account Executive, you will manage key retail doors, inspire frontline beauty advisors, and drive sell-out performance for our prestige fragrance, skincare and makeup brands.
• Sales Development: Achieve and exceed sell-out targets for assigned territory and brands.
• Build strong relationships with retail partners to maximize sales opportunities.
• Plan and execute business development strategies to grow market share.
• Monitor sales performance, stock levels, and promotional activity in-store.
• Manage a large demonstrator budget.
• Education & Training: Deliver engaging and brand-immersive training sessions to retail beauty advisors.
• Coach and mentor store staff to strengthen product knowledge and selling skills.
• Support new product launches with impactful education and in-store animation.
• Drive brand advocacy through storytelling and experiential events.
• In-store Events and Activations: Plan and lead execution of in-store events and promotional activations (some weekends required).
• Identify opportunities for events and sales support.

Working for Coty

Working for Coty means our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing innovative concepts to life. If you’re someone unwilling to settle, likes to envision larger possibilities, accelerate learning, and push boundaries – we’d love to hear from you!

Working at Coty means being part of an inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equity, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Your ideas will count, fostering a career where you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

Qualifications

Essential :

• 2 – 4 years of sales experience in beauty and luxury retail preferred
• Passion for beauty, retail and consumer experience
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills (French / English required)
• Proven ability to drive results in a competitive retail environment
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to travel within Quebec; occasional travel to other provinces as needed (vehicle required)

Benefits

The Sales & Education Account Executive is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

• Health, dental, vision and disability insurance; paid time off and Summer Fridays; Parental leave; Tuition reimbursement

Recruitment process

• Our recruiter will contact you.
• A telephone / online introductory meeting follows.
• A first online / in-person interview
• A second interview
• You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

About Coty

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness.

Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you.

Coty is deeply committed to changing the conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. Join us in making over the world of beauty!

Equal Employment Opportunities

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]. We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled.

Job information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Personal Care Product Manufacturing