Chanel Travel Retail Sales Manager

Hamburg • Germany

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Chanel, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative spirit. As part of the Chanel family, employees are immersed in a culture that values creativity, excellence, and a commitment to maintaining the brand's esteemed reputation. Chanel is a part of a larger conglomerate that upholds the highest standards in luxury retail, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development.

1. Cultivate and maintain robust business partnerships with local buyers and store management teams.
2. Monitor and communicate stock levels of new and regular assortments across all retail locations.
3. Analyze key business performance indicators and provide actionable recommendations.
4. Collaborate with the Area Manager to define and achieve sales targets.
5. Conduct regular visits to points of sale to ensure brand guidelines and visibility standards are met.
6. Coordinate with the Paris team to execute brand animations and enhance permanent point of sale displays.
7. Monitor competitive activities and the retail environment in airports and shops.
8. Support and engage the team of Beauty Advisors, including recruitment, onboarding, and evaluation.
9. Ensure optimal coverage and efficiency of Beauty Consultants in alignment with budget proposals.
10. Coordinate training plans with the Travel Retail Training Manager and Local Training Department.
11. Foster synergies with local affiliates and maintain regular business exchanges.

1. Proven ability to collaborate with local and export teams.
2. Sales-driven with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
3. Proficiency in building effective business relationships.
4. In-depth knowledge of the perfume and cosmetics category.
5. Strong organizational skills with a problem-solving mindset and accountability.
6. Ability to prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities, and propose solutions.
7. Willingness to work in the field and develop team spirit among Beauty Consultants.
8. Open-mindedness with a willingness to learn, teach, and adapt.
9. Goal-setting and planning capabilities.
10. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

1. Fluency in English; proficiency in French and German is advantageous.
2. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Significant experience in sales management within the luxury retail sector, particularly in travel retail environments.

Chanel offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth. Employees are part of a prestigious brand with a commitment to excellence and innovation.

Chanel fosters a culture of creativity, excellence, and collaboration. The workplace environment encourages innovation and supports employees in achieving their professional goals while maintaining the brand's esteemed reputation.