Sales & Education Executive - New England/Boston Metro

Make Up For Ever; Boston (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision InsurancePlans

401K Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount + make-up allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Work from Home equipment stipend

Growth opportunity within LVMH

Job summary

MAKE UP FOR EVER, a subsidiary of LVMH, seeks a Sales & Education Executive in the United States to drive regional sales, train Sephora partners, and deliver expert makeup demonstrations. The role blends hands-on selling with education to keep partners ahead of trends and deliver outstanding customer experiences.

You will supervise Market Specialists and Selling Specialists, coordinate store visits with the Regional Manager, and develop instructional materials.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in field sales, retail management, education or leadership.
• Strong makeup techniques knowledge and trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to travel and maintain valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional sales strategies to meet targets.
• Lead and train Market Specialists and Selling Specialists.
• Coordinate gondola inventory and visual merchandising with stores.
• Deliver product demonstrations and personalized makeup consultations.
• Build relationships with Sephora teams and clients.
• Plan store visits with Regional Manager for peak hours.

Skills

Field sales

Retail management

Education & leadership

Makeup artistry

Communication skills

Travel ability

Tools

Outlook

Sephora Happening Now system

Job description

MAKE UP FOR EVER, a subsidiary of LVMH, is searching for an enthusiastic and driven Sales & Education Executive, to join our vibrant team. As a Sales and Education Executive, you will not only have the opportunity to showcase your exceptional sales skills but also empower individuals through comprehensive makeup education. If you're ready to make a difference and create unforgettable beauty experiences, this is the role for you!

Job Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

Sales

• Develop, implement, and execute innovative strategies in assigned regions to achieve sales targets and boost revenue.
• Cultivate strong and lasting relationships with Sephora and Beauty Advisors, ensuring their makeup needs are always met.
• Perform captivating product demonstrations and consultations to ignite customers' excitement and drive sales.
• Manage, lead and develop Make Up For Ever Market Specialists (MS) and Selling Specialist team in driving retail sales.
• Lead all aspects of gondola inventory and visual merchandising ensuring any related issues are resolved.
• Partner with the Regional Manager to plan store visits during key hours for maximum sales impact.

Education and Artistry

• Provide comprehensive product knowledge and training to Market Specialists, Selling Specialists, Sephora Beauty Advisors, and retail staff.
• Create and develop compelling training materials, presentations, and resources that fuel the thirst for knowledge among our partners and customers to support educational initatives.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, techniques, and product launches.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and Sephora teams.
• Conduct client visits, delivering exceptional customer service and uncovering growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with our Education team to develop sales and promotional materials.

Administrative

• Tuesday – Saturday work week with 2 monthly administrative days.
• Analyze and monitor market trends, business data, study competitor activities, and understand customer preferences.
• Strategically build quarterly calendars in Outlook
• Conduct interviews, hire, coach, and manage the performance and travel of Market Specialists and/or Selling Specialists in the region.
• Maintain individual and team in-store bookings via Sephora's Happening Now system.
• Follow individual scheduling guidelines set by Sephora and ensure internal alignment.
• Provide useful recommendations for improvement and contribute to our growth.

Profile

2-3 years of proven experience in field sales, retail management, education and leadership (Sephora and cosmetics experience preferred). Strong knowledge of makeup techniques, products, and trends. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Must be able to exhibit basic makeup artistry skills. Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. Charismatic individual with strong negotiation and communication talents. Availability to work key business hours, including weekends and holidays. Must be capable to travel, drive and maintain a valid driver's license, with proof of insurance. Must be physically able to carry boxes of a reasonable weight and work in a fragrance filled, cosmetic environment. Must be eligible to obtain a corporate credit card.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount + make-up allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work from Home equipment stipend
• Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year
• Competitive annual bonus potential
• Growth & development within the LVMH group

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.