Galeries Lafayette Sales Associate

Vélizy-Villacoublay • France

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

The Watch and Jewelry Division of the Galeries Lafayette Group stands as the preeminent French leader in the distribution of timepieces and fine jewelry through its renowned brands: Galeries Lafayette, Louis Pion, and Galeries Lafayette-Royal Quartz. This division serves as the purchasing hub for the jewelry and watch sectors across 57 Galeries Lafayette department stores in France and Luxembourg, operating multi-brand watch spaces in 40 of these locations. Louis Pion, with its 70 retail outlets nationwide and an online platform, offers a curated selection of over 60 watch and jewelry brands, including its proprietary collections. Meanwhile, Galeries Lafayette-Royal Quartz provides exclusive access to over 50 prestigious watch and jewelry brands through its 12 boutiques and e-commerce site. The division also manages monobrand boutiques for Cartier, Rolex, Omega, Messika, Tudor, and Hermès. The Watch and Jewelry Division aims to captivate enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike with its exquisite offerings.

1. Welcome and assist customers, ensuring a superior shopping experience.
2. Advise clients and tailor sales pitches to meet their needs.
3. Handle transactions efficiently and accurately.
4. Promote the Louis Pion brand and drive sales growth.
5. Maintain store presentation and manage window displays with regular restocking.
6. Possess thorough knowledge of store offerings and effectively present brands to customers.
7. Perform simple on-site repairs such as resizing and bracelet changes.
8. Oversee after-sales service and special order processing.
9. Inspect deliveries and conduct inventory checks.
10. Showcase the jewelry selection with enthusiasm.

1. Customer-oriented with a strong ability to build trust and provide personalized solutions.
2. Action-oriented with a focus on achieving results.
3. Adaptable and open to new challenges.
4. Preferably hold a diploma in watchmaking.

1. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
2. Effective communication and sales abilities.
3. Attention to detail and organizational skills.
4. Basic repair and technical skills related to watches and jewelry.
5. Proficiency in managing inventory and store operations.

Previous experience in retail sales, preferably within the watch or jewelry sector, is advantageous.

Preferably a diploma in watchmaking.

Fixed salary over 12.5 months with performance-based variable compensation.

Employees receive a discount on purchases, personalized onboarding, specialized training in the watch and jewelry sector, and dynamic career progression opportunities.

The company is committed to inclusivity, with all positions open to individuals with disabilities. It boasts a gender equality index score of 99/100 and actively participates in initiatives like DuoDay. The organization prioritizes environmental sustainability and promotes recycling of used watches and jewelry across its outlets.