Retail Artist (Part-time) - Selfridges Trafford

Hourglass Cosmetics; Stretford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury cosmetics brand in Stretford is seeking an experienced Makeup Artist to achieve sales goals while providing exceptional client service. Responsibilities include managing counter systems, developing a client base, and participating in seasonal strategies. The ideal candidate is passionate about beauty, has strong sales and communication skills, and is a proven makeup artist. This position requires weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in coaching skills to deliver high performance.
• Strong seller with a bias for action.
• Passionate about beauty and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales goals while delivering high client service.
• Manage counter systems and submit monthly schedules.
• Develop client base with follow up protocols.

Skills

Sales skills

Makeup artistry

Communication

Relationship building

Retail management

Customer service

Analytical skills

Job description

• Achieve sales goals while delivering the highest levels of client service
• Present and sell merchandise in a professional manner through expert makeup applications
• Develop client base with thorough and consistent follow up protocols
• Manage all counter systems: daily sales analysis, assist with product orders, manage tester replacement and product rtv on a monthly basis
• Submit monthly counter schedule and manage 30-hour resident makeup artist
• Partner with supervisor to plan seasonal strategies, including store events
• Act as brand ambassador, developing relationships within cosmetic department and entire store

  A wealth of experience

• In-depth understanding of how to efficiently brand manage a modern luxury brand.
• Exposure and experience working senior leadership.
• Build strong relationships with retailer and customers., Strong communicator and collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with all customers and members of the organization.
• Inspirational makeup artist: You are a great makeup artist that has a proven track record in coaching to deliver high performance and is able to connect artistry and selling.
• Results-oriented: You are a strong seller. You have a bias for action.
• Curious: You have a genuine interest and personal passion for beauty, luxury, design & art.
• You are PASSIONATE about beauty: You are eager to learn and absorb all things related to beauty and how to build a counter business., Experience in retail cosmetics management
• Excellent skills as a makeup artist and sales person
• Exhibit effective communication skills with clients, peers and management
• Analysis of sales results, forecasts and promotional planning
• Ability to use a computer keyboard, standard telephone and other related business equipment
• Availability to work weekends is required
• Previous clientele a plus

  Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand, redefining luxury cosmetics with high-performance products, innovative formulas, and award-winning franchises. Recognized by Forbes, Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies, Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004, Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and 4,600 doors including Sephora, Ulta, Neiman Marcus, Selfridges, Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website hourglasscosmetics.com.