Key Responsabilities
Key responsibility 1: SALES PERFORMANCE
- ACHIEVE / EXCEED SALES GOALS
- Ensure the maximization of sales by Boutique, as well as excellent customer care: helping clients locate, select and buy products through a memorable Cartier experience.
- Carry out short-, medium- and long-term actions to achieve/exceed the individual and store sales and KPI targets indicators set by Directors.
- MAXIMIZES THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PURCHASE AND REPURCHASE
- Consistently achieves and/or exceeds the monthly sales target, as directed by management.
- Defines targeted actions on existing clients for purchasing / repurchase through Clientelling actions & follow up all along their journey.
- Defines targeted actions for clients coming for a Care service (to leverage service to sale conversion) and provides adequate follow up.
- Defines targeted actions to convert visitors & prospects into clients
- Find ways to exploit existing /new opportunities for Cartier
Key responsibility 2: CUSTOMER AND EXPERIENCE DEVELOPMENT
- CONNECT & ENGAGE WITH ALL CLIENTS AND VISITORS
- Ensure that each client receives outstanding and exceptional customer service by providing a friendly environment which includes greeting and acknowledging every customer, maintaining outstanding standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of Customer Service before, during and after sales.
- Meet and/or exceed service timeframes and client expectations for Maison appropriate follow-up to service
- Champion client discovery to collect information & data on clients (hobbies, friends & family, client values….)
- Beyond the boutique participate and research about client’s relevant events and interests.
- Appropriately resolve client issues/concerns and escalate as needed to Management
- DELIVER A HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL SERVICE IN AN OMNICHANNEL ENVIRONMENT
- Take care of each guest’s personal Cartier journey (i.e looking for a gift, a repair, a quick service…) & deliver in-BTQ experience through the Maison Art of Selling. (needs & motivations clients)
- Suggest products based on client preferences [using stock from the boutique or from another retail network (ex. E-commerce)]
- Prepare for visits using client database and relationship history to provide optimal experience.
- Champion hyper-personalized actions, both digital & non-digital on
- Personalized client’s experiences actions (Taking products to client's home, engraving, embossing, digital experience …)
- Conciergerie & in-store hospitality services
- Maison related animation Client special events
- New services (boutique pick up, delivery at home, distant sales…)
Key responsibility 3: SELF-DEVELOPMENT
- PROACTIVE SELF-DEVELOPMENT
The Client Advisor assumes responsibility for its development through the training, tools, and workshops that the company provides, to be able to give effective sales presentations and build long-term customer relationships.
- Constantly develop knowledge & skills: Cartier product, know how, métier, industry news-competition, Client lifestyle, local events, active listening, negotiation, selling skills etc
- Share information / knowledge/ expertise with the team (during a daily brief, during a monthly meeting…), such as: special knowledge, industry news, etc…
- Constantly learn from others (participate to mentoring / referral programs)
- Actively takes part in events and trainings organized by the different areas.
- Remain current on industry news and competitors
- BRAND AMBASSADOR
- Maintains the ideals of Cartier’s client experience, with a clear comprehension of the luxury service requirements.
- Acts and leads under the Maison’s values.
- Seeks feedback from operational processes to ensure they are carried out as efficiently as possible.
- Supports and attends client events as needed.
- Leads by example
- Creates brand enthusiasm within the boutique by:
- Sharing his/her knowledge of the operational processes and the benefits of carrying them out correctly.
- Being a supportive individual and solving doubts and problems.
- Conveying Cartier heritage and DNA (Cartier legacy, storytelling…)
- Inspiring clients by further engaging them into our Cartier lifestyle, values, and full creation range (both in store but as well on social media.
Key responsibility 4: OPERATIONS AND BUSINESS MODEL
- UPHOLD BOUTIQUE OPERATIONS AND COMPLIANCE
- Policies & procedures: Understand and comply with Cartier security and operational procedures (i.e., product handling, inventory control, anti-money laundering …) and service policies
- Stock inventory: Assist with Boutique projects as needed (inventory, organization, restocking of supplies, etc...)
- Assist with daily set-up and breakdown of the boutique, and communicate on any maintenance issues
- Safety & security:
- Has a deep knowledge of the brand and the complete range of products and services.
- Ensures the adequate comprehension and execution of all the guidelines and procedures of the brand by the boutique personnel.
- PROMOTE NEW SERVICES & TOOLS
- Master existing and new tools related to transactions
- Master tools related to client portfolio management & appointment (sales force)
- Master tools related to specific services (functional check, engraving…)
- Ensure proper customer records, security, and handling of cash in line with company processes and procedures.
- Perform efficiently in form and time the following tasks:
- Cycle counts delivery
- Inventory counts
- Merchandise safety
- Shrinkage and shortage of stock
- Transfers
- Legal documents (vulnerables)
- Change of price
PROFILE
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Required Experience
- Experience working as a client advisor in retail or other service industries. (2-5 years)
- Experience in luxury and/or hospitality is a plus.
Technical Skills / Abilities
- Fluent in English. Additional language is a plus.
- Good Knowledge of MS Office
- Knowledgeable about watchmaking and jewelry techniques is a plus.
Competencies And Personal Skills
- Exception ability to drive through change and initiatives to achieve company goals
- Strong multitasking ability to handle various competing priorities and demands simultaneously without making mistakes
- Strong ability to analyze risks, pre-empt customer needs, and work proactively, efficiently, and effectively
- Strong ability to attend to customers politely and respectfully, and to offer service that exceeds their expectations.
- Must be available to work retail hours (including weekends), as needed.
Values
- Good team player
- Curious
- Passionate
- Empathic
- Active Listener
- Responsible