Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Assistant
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Aug 20, 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 a Fragrance & Beauty Assistant in Istanbul for a 1-year fixed-term contract supporting retail operations, reporting, and marketing coordination in luxury beauty.
Role & Responsibilities
- Act as primary liaison between Boutique Managers and the Fragrance & Beauty Office, routing operational requests and tracking progress toward resolution
- Support Boutique Managers in maintaining boutique standards including cleanliness, maintenance, fixtures, décor, and visual presentation
- Collaborate with the Training Manager on sales performance management (SPM) activities and staff-uniform coordination
- Prepare and distribute daily sales and campaign-performance reports using established templates, consolidating retail and wholesale data from internal systems
- Support the implementation and follow-up of trade animations in coordination with the Marketing Executive, including material tracking and supplier liaison
- Review and proofread translated marketing, retail, and commercial materials for accuracy, consistency, grammar, and alignment with Chanel brand guidelines
- Monitor e-retail operations to ensure accurate and consistent brand execution; assist the Marketing Executive with digital asset updates and campaign follow-up
- Attend regular boutique meetings with the General Manager, document action points, and distribute follow-up updates
- Maintain the central team calendar by recording marketing activities, trade animations, trainings, retail events, launches, and key business dates
- Provide general administrative and coordination support to the Marketing, Sales, and Commercial teams as required
Qualifications
- Fluent in English and Turkish, with exceptional proofreading and editing capabilities
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with practical experience in reporting, data consolidation, and campaign tracking
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, service-oriented mindset
- Proactive, reliable problem-solver with demonstrated ability to follow through on complex tasks effectively
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in commercial, sales, retail marketing, operations, or administrative support roles, preferably within the beauty, fashion, luxury goods, or FMCG sectors, is preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey.
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
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