Guerlain Area Manager

London • UK

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Guerlain, a prestigious brand within the LVMH Group, is renowned for its exquisite perfumes and cosmetics, embodying luxury, craftsmanship, and innovation. As part of LVMH, Guerlain benefits from the conglomerate's global influence and commitment to excellence, offering employees a dynamic and inspiring work environment.

1. Monitor trading results daily, weekly, and monthly to ensure performance aligns with targets, and develop strategies to enhance performance.
2. Act as an Ambassador of Retail Excellence, utilizing Retail Excellence tools.
3. Develop, coach, and manage a team of brand ambassadors to foster a high-performance culture.
4. Lead by example in customer-centric practices and coach brand ambassadors accordingly.
5. Recruit and retain exceptional talent, focusing on team development and career progression.
6. Achieve area targets including retail sales, OOS, and point of sale KPIs.
7. Implement company strategy and vision across the area, ensuring retail partners are informed of brand ambitions and marketing plans.
8. Manage store visit frequency and build strong relationships with store managers to support brand retail ambitions.
9. Ensure marketing plans and merchandising guidelines are flawlessly executed.
10. Build effective relationships with Head Office teams including marketing, sales, training, customer service, finance, and HR.
11. Train and coach retail partner staff on lifestyle products during store visits.
12. Manage temporary staff and handle HR responsibilities such as disciplinaries, absence, and performance management.

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a customer-facing role, with at least 2 years in team management.

1. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
2. Effective planning and organizational skills.
3. Ability to analyze and interpret retail results.
4. Flexibility and agility in dynamic environments.
5. Proven people management capabilities.
6. Self-motivated and results-driven.
7. Strong observation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
8. Solution-focused with adaptability.
9. Confidence and influence at all organizational levels.

A minimum of 5 years in a customer-facing role, including at least 2 years of managing a team.

Guerlain offers a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for career development within the LVMH Group, access to exclusive brand events, and a supportive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

Guerlain nurtures a culture of creativity, luxury, and excellence, where employees are encouraged to express their passion for the brand and contribute to its legacy. The company values innovation, collaboration, and the pursuit of quality, creating a vibrant and inclusive workplace.