Audemars Piguet Sales Associate
Sales Associate at Confidential Luxury Maison in Paris, France — full-time boutique sales role providing high-touch client service.
Overview
A Paris-based luxury maison specialising in fashion and leather goods, operating within the global luxury ecosystem. The employer cultivates artisanal craftsmanship, elevated client service and high-touch retail experiences typical of premier French maisons, and often participates in international retail networks and flagship boutique operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalised client service and cultivate long‑term relationships with high‑value customers.
- Achieve and exceed individual and boutique sales targets through proactive selling, clienteling and cross‑selling.
- Manage client appointments, follow-ups and CRM records to maintain an accurate view of customer preferences and pipeline.
- Maintain boutique standards: merchandising, stock replenishment, visual presentation and housekeeping of the sales floor.
- Process transactions accurately, handle cash and POS operations, and assist with inventory control and loss‑prevention procedures.
- Collaborate with store management on local promotions, private client events and product launches.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in luxury retail sales, ideally within fashion, leather goods or accessories.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a client‑focused mindset.
- Demonstrable ability to work to targets and convert high‑value opportunities.
- Professional presentation and understanding of luxury brand codes and service standards.
- Fluent spoken and written French preferred; additional languages advantageous.
Skills
Experience
Mid‑level experience: typically 3+ years of progressive experience in luxury or premium retail environments, with documented sales performance and experience handling a high‑net‑worth clientele.
Education
Secondary education completed; vocational training in retail, sales or luxury brand management preferred but not mandatory.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The workplace reflects the discipline and refinement of Parisian luxury retail: a client‑centric, service‑driven environment that prizes discretion, craftsmanship and attention to detail. Team members are expected to maintain high presentation standards and a collaborative attitude while developing long‑term client relationships and personal selling expertise.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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