Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Sales Advisor

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Mar 16, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is an independent French luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready‑to‑wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. As an employer, Chanel is recognised for rigorous retail standards, intensive product and service training, and a culture that values craftsmanship, discreet luxury and long‑term client relationships.

Chanel Fragrances & Beauty alternance role in Le Mans/Chartres: retail sales and B2B commercial support for ambitious beauty professionals.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Create memorable, on-brand customer experiences that embody Chanel's luxury ethos and values
  • Optimize point-of-sale revenue generation and commercial potential within assigned territory
  • Ensure consistent application of merchandising policies and client development tools across retail locations
  • Conduct in-store audits and competitive intelligence gathering during field visits
  • Train multi-brand beauty consultants on product innovations and category performance
  • Coordinate product sampling and testing materials to support client engagement initiatives
  • Develop and execute commercial animation strategies to drive client loyalty and sales performance
  • Prepare regular reports on territory performance, competitive positioning, and market trends

Qualifications

  • Background in beauty, makeup, or sales education; or equivalent experience in luxury hospitality or tourism where customer service is central
  • Proven first retail sales experience
  • Product knowledge across fragrance and beauty categories
  • Proficiency in sales techniques and client relationship management
  • Fluent English (verbal and written)
  • Competency with standard office and sales software platforms

Skills

Retail sales techniques Customer relationship management Product knowledge – fragrances and beauty Storytelling and emotional brand connection Competitive analysis Territory management Multi-brand coordination MS Office suite or equivalent English language communication

Experience

First experience in retail sales or luxury service environment required. Demonstrated understanding of customer service excellence and brand representation preferred.

Education

Diploma or equivalent qualification in beauty, makeup, sales, or equivalent field; or demonstrable experience in luxury hospitality or tourism sectors.

Workplace

This position is based in Le Mans, Pays de la Loire, France, within easy reach of Paris.

Culture

Chanel cultivates a culture of excellence, discretion and attention to detail, emphasising mastery of product knowledge and client service. The retail environment is structured and mentorship‑focused, offering intensive on‑the‑job training within a heritage luxury brand.

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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Chanel

Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Sales Advisor

Le Mans, France

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