Benefit Cosmetics Boutique Proprietor
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $81,000–95,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jun 30, 2026
About Benefit Cosmetics
Benefit Cosmetics is a global beauty house born in San Francisco in 1976, renowned for its witty spirit, brow expertise, and feel-good approach to makeup. As part of the LVMH family, the brand offers employees the dynamism of an entrepreneurial culture with the reach and discipline of an international luxury group. Benefit cultivates talent across retail, artistry, education, marketing, and corporate functions, valuing warmth, confidence, and commercial flair as highly as technical skill. Its teams thrive in a playful yet performance-driven environment where client experience, creativity, and inclusive self-expression shape every career journey.
Benefit Cosmetics is hiring a Boutique Proprietor in Brooklyn, NY. Lead retail operations and drive sales for this prestige beauty brand under LVMH.
Role & Responsibilities
- Create and maintain an environment emphasizing passionate customer service and exceptional client experience
- Execute the Beauty ABC selling formula and Service ABC framework as detailed in the Global Service Handbook
- Teach, coach, and develop boutique employees to consistently deliver outstanding customer service
- Maintain accurate and complete records in the Retail/POS system and ensure compliance with all company and boutique policies
- Monitor and respond to online reviews (Mirror Mirror, Yelp) and customer inquiries within 24 hours
- Recruit, interview, hire, and supervise boutique staff, including the Assistant Boutique Proprietor
- Develop strategies to grow boutique business and ensure the team achieves daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals and targets
- Maintain excellent cash management including safe management, petty cash oversight, and deposit compliance
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate concerns to the Regional Boutique Proprietor
- Ensure boutique compliance with state board regulations in partnership with aesthetic staff
- Achieve monthly sales plans while managing expenses within budgeted guidelines (payroll, supplies, counter operations)
- Maintain boutique appearance, cleanliness, safety, and security of employees and assets
- Manage timekeeping and payroll accuracy and timeliness
- Document performance issues and policy violations consistently; partner with Regional Boutique Proprietor and HR to address concerns
Qualifications
- Valid state-issued aesthetician, cosmetologist, or waxing license
- Minimum 3–4 years of retail experience
- Minimum 2 years of management experience
- Proven strong sales and service track record
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proficient computer skills and ability to navigate email, payroll systems, inventory systems, POS, Mirror Mirror, and other boutique technology
- Proficient in analyzing numbers and managing financial operations
- Ability to successfully pass an E-Verify background check
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3–4 years of retail experience with at least 2 years in a management or supervisory capacity. Proven success in driving sales performance and delivering exceptional customer service in a beauty or prestige retail environment.
Education
Valid state-issued aesthetician, cosmetologist, or waxing license required. The candidate is responsible for any associated fees, continuing education, and license renewal requirements.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 81,000 to USD 95,000 per annum.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) plan with employer matching; various paid time off programs; employee discount and perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; annual bonus eligibility.
Culture
Benefit Cosmetics fosters a playful, energetic workplace where creativity, confidence, and self-expression are central to the employee experience. As an employer, it combines the dynamism of a bold beauty brand with a collaborative, people-focused environment that encourages teams to delight customers, support one another, and bring a sense of fun to everything they do.
About Cerulean
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