Beauty Sales - Augustinus Bader - South Coast Plaza

Nordstrom, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise Discount

Medical/Vision/Dental

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom's Beauty Department is seeking a friendly, client-focused team member to help customers feel their best through personalized makeup and skincare experiences. This is a fast-paced retail position in Costa Mesa, CA with regular evening and weekend shifts.

You will perform makeup applications, analyze skincare needs, and drive sales both in-store and online while staying current on trends. Nordstrom offers benefits, discount, and opportunities to grow within the beauty division.

Qualifications

• Passion for customer service and beauty
• Excellent ability to connect with customers
• Empathy and respect for all customers
• Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
• Drive to achieve sales goals with networking/technology
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses and recommend products
• Collaborate with team to create welcoming environment
• Set and achieve sales goals through in-store and digital selling
• Book appointments and drive sales for in-store events and services
• Maintain department organization and cleanliness
• Stay updated on beauty trends via trainings
• Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and Nordstrom Rewards accounts

Skills

Customer service

Beauty knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Sales goals

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

In the Nordstrom Beauty Department, we strive to make our customers feel their best. As a member of the Nordstrom Beauty community, you'll create personalized beauty experiences for customers and be part of a passionate team that values your unique skills.

A day in the life…

• Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses and recommend products based on customer’s beauty goals
• Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers
• Set and achieve sales goals, for both in-store anddigital selling with effectiveuseofselling tools (inclusive oftextandsocial media)
• Book appointments and drive sales for in-store Beauty events and services
• Keep department customer-ready through organization and cleanliness
• Keep up with the latest beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through trainings provided by Nordstrom and brand partners
• Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and build customer loyalty by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts

You own this if you have…

• Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare
• Excellent ability to connect with customers, proactively handle customer concerns and contribute to a positive team environment
• Empathy and respect for all customers, providing a supportive environment during makeup and skincare application
• Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
• Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in using networking and technology
• The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
• Physical Requirements:
  • Continuous movement for 6-8 hours per shift, which includes frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching in order to handle merchandise and assist customers.
  • Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, which includes reaching for and lifting these items above the head.
  • Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds

Pay Range Details

$24.45 - $25.45 Hourly

At Nordstrom, the commission most selling employees receive varies based on the merchandise they sell. Apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%. The commission Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales roles typically receive is 3%.

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Benefits

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points...

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