Chanel Beauty Counter Manager

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Supervisor
Posted
Jul 1, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Chanel seeks an experienced Beauty Counter Manager in Nanjing to lead fragrance and cosmetics operations.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of the fragrance and beauty counter, ensuring exceptional presentation and merchandising standards
  • Drive sales performance through strategic product promotion and personalized clienteling
  • Manage counter team, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback to optimize customer experience
  • Cultivate relationships with high-value clients and execute targeted engagement programs
  • Monitor inventory levels, manage stock rotation, and coordinate with regional supply chain
  • Execute visual merchandising initiatives aligned with Chanel's brand aesthetic and seasonal campaigns

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated excellence in luxury beauty retail or fragrance sales
  • Strong leadership capability with experience managing a team in a retail environment
  • Deep product knowledge of prestige fragrances and cosmetics
  • Proficiency in retail management systems and point-of-sale platforms

Skills

Sales and revenue management Team leadership and staff training Customer relationship management Luxury brand positioning Visual merchandising Inventory management Point-of-sale systems

Experience

3-5 years of professional experience in luxury beauty retail, counter management, or related prestige goods retail environment

Education

Secondary education required; formal training or certification in beauty, cosmetics, or luxury retail management is advantageous

Workplace

This position is based in Nanjing, Jiangsu, China.

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

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 Beauty Counter Manager

Nanjing, China

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