Balmain Sales Associate
- Location
- Serravalle Scrivia Piedmont Italy
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
About Balmain
Balmain, a distinguished brand within the Swatch Group, the world's leading watchmaking conglomerate, is renowned for its predominantly feminine collections that draw inspiration from a myriad of universes. Situated in Saint-Imier, Balmain's creations are a sophisticated fusion of tradition and contemporary aesthetics, each timepiece narrating its own unique story, such as the iconic arabesque motif inspired by the opulent embroideries adorning haute couture gowns.
Balmain is seeking a Sales Associate for its Serravalle Scrivia outlet to deliver first-class client service, build client loyalty and support sales, CRM, visual merchandising and stock operations. The role is full-time and permanent.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome clients and deliver first-class customer service with personalised follow-up.
- Build client loyalty and confidence as a Brand Ambassador while maximising profitable sales.
- Support the Sales Team in delivering smooth, successful client transactions.
- Assist on and off the sales floor.
- Support visual merchandising directives and back-of-house duties, including shipping and inventory control.
- Collect clients’ CRM details to maintain relationships, build the client book and ensure personalised follow-up.
- Develop product knowledge by keeping up to date with fashion trends, participating in in-store training, staying informed about all product lines and seeking relevant product information.
- Support stock control and management.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in a similar role within a luxury house.
- Familiarity with luxury brand service standards and a client book of potential significant clients.
- Regular attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to interact professionally with management and coworkers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise.
- Fluency in English is mandatory.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of experience in a similar role within a luxury house.
Workplace
The role is situated in Serravalle Scrivia, Piedmont, Italy — conveniently close to Milan.
Culture
Balmain, as part of the Swatch Group, fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, where tradition meets contemporary design. The workplace encourages creativity, collaboration, and a passion for luxury craftsmanship.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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