Clinique District Manager

About Clinique

Clinique, founded in 1968 and part of The Estée Lauder Companies, is a pioneering prestige beauty brand built on dermatologist-developed skincare, rigorous testing, and a promise of effective, individualized care. As an employer, Clinique offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a globally respected house where science, service, and innovation meet. Its teams are united by a commitment to skin expertise, inclusive beauty, and trusted client relationships, whether in retail, education, marketing, product development, or corporate functions. Employees join a culture that values precision, learning, collaboration, and the confidence that comes from helping people achieve healthy, radiant skin.

Role & Responsibilities

• Drive sales performance and customer experience across Retail and Wholesale locations in the assigned area, taking action as needed in collaboration with Sales and Brand teams.
• Develop and execute Retail sales targets by area, brand and store in conjunction with the Sales Manager.
• Implement strategies to achieve and exceed targets; monitor key success metrics and develop and execute action plans with the team when needed.
• Identify and pursue business opportunities to meet and exceed plans.
• Manage Store Managers across Retail and Wholesale points of sale.
• Lead, motivate and develop teams to achieve sales targets and deliver high-touch customer service.
• Set expectations for excellence in store execution and customer experience.
• Develop team capabilities in retail management and improve commercial and sales performance.
• Ensure operational efficiency and completion of procedures.
• Ensure appropriate staff coverage across Retail and Wholesale locations.
• Build productive business partnerships with Store Managers, Area Sales Managers and Mall Management teams, and collaborate with District Managers and the Sales Team.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of management and/or customer experience in Retail.
• Leadership skills and confidence managing and supervising people.
• Team coaching and training experience.
• Public speaking, communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical skills, including planning and budgeting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Independence, initiative and accountability.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Flexibility and the ability to manage change with a positive mindset.
• Alignment with the company’s corporate philosophy.
• Computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of the X-store POS system and Power BI is an advantage.
• Advanced written and spoken English.
• Ability to maximize in-store presence.

Skills

Experience

At least 5 years of management and/or customer experience in Retail.

Culture

Clinique fosters a science-led, service-oriented workplace where teams are encouraged to combine dermatological expertise with empathy and personalized care. As part of a global prestige beauty environment, the brand values inclusivity, continuous learning, and high standards of professionalism, empowering employees to help clients feel confident in their skin.

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