Retail Consultant | Aesop Greenwich | Part Time

Aesop; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $21.00

Monthly Incentive Program

Discounted Products access

Unlimited Access to E-learnings

Mental Health & Wellness Programs

Job summary

Aesop is seeking a Retail Consultant in Greenwich, CT to elevate customer experiences through engaging product demonstrations and creating meaningful interactions. This role emphasizes empathy and effective communication, and contributing to the team’s commercial success.

The ideal candidate will have customer service experience and a strong desire to connect with clients, alongside opportunities for professional growth and access to wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Experience operating within a customer service role or environment.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize empathy to manage relationships.
• Working knowledge of skin care is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Engage and guide customers to relevant products.
• Deliver an exceptional and inclusive customer experience.
• Contribute to sales performance through intentional interactions.

Skills

Customer service experience

Effective selling skills

Empathy and interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Aēsop®

For over 35 years, Aesop has carefully cultivated an inspiring and inclusive environment in which our employees are supported and encouraged to thrive. As a global retail organization, we offer professional development and advancement opportunities to complement career goals and aspirations.

Our approach to skin care involves meticulous attention to detail, using only the most efficacious ingredients to create formulations which stir the self and senses. The same meticulous approach is taken during our recruitment process, seeking out considered and inspired individuals with a wealth of perspectives who bring out the best in themselves and others.

We aim to strike the right balance between people, planet and profit, actively reducing our footprint on the planet that generously sustains us. We are committed to building a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Since 2023, Aesop has been part of the L'Oréal Groupe, founded in 1909 by Eugene Schueller and is home to 37 global brands including Kiehl's, Lancôme, SkinCeuticals, Nyx, YSL and L'Oréal Paris; presenting wide-ranging opportunities for long-term career growth.

Role Purpose

As a Retail Consultant, you embody our desire to engage, listen and guide customers to products that are relevant to them. You will welcome customers into our spaces and through intentional interactions deepen the way our products are experienced. In demonstrating products that address customer needs you will deliver an exceptional, inclusive customer experience that contributes to our overall commercial success.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience operating within a customer service role or environment
• Effective selling skills and the ability to drive commercial outcomes
• Ability to consistently introduce Aesop products to clients through hand demonstrations
• History of successfully participating in and contributing to a team
• Demonstrated ability to utilize empathy to manage interpersonal relationships and contribute to a positive and inclusive experience for all
• Open mindset and deep curiosity seeking to understand others, listen without judgement and act on diverse perspectives
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of skin care and skin care industry (advantageous)
• Knowledge of hair care, body care, fragrance and home categories (advantageous)
• This position operates an on-site working pattern.

What’s On Offer

We take a holistic approach to employment, promoting professional development, career growth, employee wellbeing initiatives and encouraging deep connections with the local community through the Aesop Foundation, volunteering and matched giving programs. Employee benefits include:

• Hourly rate $21.00
• Monthly Incentive Program – eligible for Monthly Incentive Program based on sales performance for the month
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products)
• Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs

Aesop is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a creative and inclusive workplace where talent is truly recognized and rewarded. We are committed to promoting inclusion for all with the belief that diversity, inclusion and belonging plays an important role in the success of our organization. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.