Balenciaga Sales Associate

Paris France

Friday, February 7, 2025

Balenciaga, a revered name in the fashion industry, was founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 in Spain and later established in Paris in 1937. Known for its avant-garde and uncompromising designs, Balenciaga has been hailed as "the master of us all" by Christian Dior and "the couturier of couturiers" by Gabrielle Chanel. The brand, part of the Kering Group since 2001, continues to influence global fashion with its conceptual ready-to-wear collections, iconic leather goods, and accessories. Under the creative direction of Demna since 2015, Balenciaga remains at the forefront of the fashion world.

1. Greet, advise, and sell to clients, ensuring a superior customer experience.
2. Present the Balenciaga brand and products in an appropriate and compelling manner.
3. Provide personalized advice and guidance to clients to enhance sales and client database.
4. Handle cash transactions and manage tax refunds.
5. Oversee alterations and follow up with clients.
6. Maintain client relationships through follow-ups and updates.
7. Collect and update client contact information for the database.
8. Receive, label, and display products in the store.
9. Replenish stock and maintain store organization.
10. Prepare and participate in inventory counts.
11. Organize stockroom and contribute to qualitative and quantitative reporting.

1. Proven experience in luxury ready-to-wear, accessories, or footwear sales.
2. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent listening abilities.
3. Persuasive with excellent presentation and service orientation.
4. Highly developed product and fashion sensitivity, ideally with an existing client book.
5. Bilingual in English, with proficiency in a third language preferred.

1. Customer service excellence
2. Sales acumen
3. Product knowledge
4. Communication skills
5. Multilingual proficiency

Demonstrated experience in luxury retail sales, particularly in ready-to-wear, accessories, or footwear.

Balenciaga offers a stimulating and fulfilling work environment, encouraging professional development within the House and the Kering Group. Managers are dedicated to building high-performing teams focused on excellence.

Balenciaga is committed to fostering diversity within its teams, believing that diversity in all its forms enriches the workplace and enhances the client experience. The company is dedicated to equal opportunity and selects talent based on skills and brand values, supporting each employee to reach their full potential.