Chanel Fashion Advisor
- Location
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is a privately held French maison recognized globally for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. The brand operates an international network of boutiques and flagship stores and is synonymous with craftsmanship, refined elegance and a rigorous dedication to product and client experience.
Chanel is hiring a Fashion Advisor in Washington, DC (DC City Center). Join the boutique to deliver luxury client service and drive retail sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver discreet, personalised client service and cultivate long-term relationships with high-net-worth and local clientele.
- Achieve and exceed individual and store sales targets through proactive clienteling, upselling and cross-selling.
- Manage the end-to-end sales transaction process including point-of-sale operations, cash handling and accurate completion of sales documentation.
- Maintain boutique standards: visual merchandising, boutique presentation, stock replenishment and inventory control.
- Use CRM and clienteling tools to log interactions, follow up on appointments and nurture prospects.
- Collaborate with the store team on events, private appointments and product launches while adhering to brand standards and loss-prevention policies.
Qualifications
- Proven track record of luxury retail or premium-brand sales; demonstrated ability to meet KPIs and build repeat business.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, polished presentation and strong emotional intelligence when engaging discerning clients.
- Familiarity with visual merchandising principles and boutique standards in a high-end retail environment.
- Comfortable using point-of-sale systems and CRM tools; meticulous with cash-handling and administrative tasks.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and peak retail periods; reliable and punctual.
Skills
Experience
Preferably 1–3 years of hands-on experience in luxury or premium retail sales, ideally within a boutique environment serving high-net-worth clientele. Proven success meeting sales objectives and managing client relationships is expected.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or coursework in retail, fashion or sales is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Washington, District of Columbia, USA.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of excellence rooted in craftsmanship, discretion and elevated client service. The workplace prizes professionalism, attention to detail and collaborative teamwork while offering opportunities to engage with iconic products and high-profile clientele.
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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