Part Time Sales Associate- San Francisco

US04 Richemont North America, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 74,611,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Richemont North America, Inc. seeks a Boutique Ambassador to drive consistent sales, deliver an exceptional client experience, and participate in daily boutique operations across our Maison network in the United States.

You will nurture relationships with clients, maintain product knowledge, and collaborate with management on events and CRM initiatives, including after-sales support and brand representation.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work Saturday and Sunday consistently, plus one weekday.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in luxury retail.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets while delivering outstanding customer service.
• Cultivate and manage client relationships; use CRM tools for follow-up and events.
• Assist with daily boutique operations, inventory, and merchandising.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

CRM

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

OBJECTIVE/MISSION

As an Ambassador of the Maison, he/she achieves and exceeds sales targets as directed by management and proactively develops his/her client portfolio. He/she ensures a unique client experience throughout all touch points. He/she is also an active participant in the daily operations of the boutique.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sales Achievement: Consistently achieve and/or exceed the monthly sales target, as directed by management. 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 client This includes after sales clients if a Cartier after‑sales dedicated area/staff is not available Adapt approach according to the client needs and motivations Negotiate and handle objections with ease Assist and support after sales clients in accordance with Maison values. Act as a referent and provide recommendations that will provide an exceptional client experience Remain current on industry news and competitor
• Client Relationship Management: Cultivate new and existing client relationships through exceptional service and other Maison‑specific CRM initiatives, partnering with Management to develop a plan for their clients and prospects Consistently and accurately capture client data for follow‑up and relationship building, effectively utilizing the tools that are available Appropriately resolve client issues/concerns and escape as needed to Management Partner with Management to develop a plan to support, and participate to, in‑store and offsite events and networking
• Daily Boutique Operations: Understand and comply with all security and operational policies and procedures for the Group, Maison and boutique Assist with daily set‑up and breakdown of the boutique, and communicate on any maintenance issues Assist in the merchandising and daily maintenance of displays and back‑stock Actively participate in daily and annual inventories and cycle counts to prepare and ensure a successful audit Assist with special projects, as needed (i.e. price changes, supporting back‑office responsibilities, etc.)

JOB PROFILE

Education

College degree preferred

Required Experience

Must be able to work Saturday and Sunday consistently in addition to one weekday. 2 to 5 years of previous experience in luxury retail.

Technical Skills

Ability to work in a fast‑paced retail store environment Computer and internet Savvy MS Office experience required, SAP knowledge preferred

Personal Skills/Abilities

Additional language skills are a plus General knowledge of timepiece movements, are preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required Strong understanding of Customer Service needs and Customer (internal and external) priorities Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with precision Being a genuine Maison Ambassador Uphold Cartier image by maintaining professional demeanor at all times and be an Ambassador for the Brand Self‑Starter with Team‑Player approach Must be available to work retail hours including weekends and to travel for trainings, client events, conferences

We Offer – United States

• Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones.
• Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available.
• The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match.
• Understanding the importance of work‑life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, and access to the employee assistance program.

$26-28/hr

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In our Group, you can start anywhere and go everywhere. Internal mobility is one of the best growth accelerators to develop within Richemont and our Maisons. We encourage our people to be curious, drive their own career, and dream big.