- Location
- Hartford Connecticut USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $71,040–106,560/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
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.
Clinique seeks a Field Executive for Hartford, Connecticut, to drive retail sales, lead and coach point-of-sale teams, develop retailer partnerships, and execute local and seasonal plans across multiple channels. Approximately 70% of the role is spent on the sales floor; the position is full-time and eligible for a performance-based bonus.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver retail sales and build relationships with retail store teams by managing and leading Estée Lauder Companies stores where applicable, counter staff, and freelancers, and by educating and coaching point-of-sale teams.
- Create and maintain strategic retailer partnerships across multiple channels, and execute seasonal brand plans and promotional calendars.
- Develop local plans and specific events to drive consumer enthusiasm and engagement.
- Spend approximately 70% of working time on the sales floor, engaging retail managers, store and brand-dedicated staff, and consumers to drive client acquisition, engagement, and conversion.
- Capture consumer insights by observing shopping patterns and competitive activity, and use those insights to inform action plans.
- Create a climate of safety awareness, consistently maintain safety standards, and help prevent work-related incidents and illnesses.
Qualifications
- 3–4 years of experience leading or managing retail or point-of-sale stores, counters, or regions in a luxury business, preferably in the beauty industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ensure delivery of the overall sales plan by door or territory, with a solid understanding of sales, product knowledge, events, operations, retail culture, and the cosmetics industry; contribute to strategy and focus on execution.
- Create and maintain strategic partnerships with retailers, brands, COE functions, and point-of-sale employees.
- Deep understanding of the retail market and current beauty trends, with the ability to leverage insights to drive sales.
- Ability to recruit, coach, and develop branded retailer staff and freelancers to achieve goals.
- Ability to identify problems and develop action plans to address inventory and stock issues, staff performance, turnover, and event-related logistical issues.
- Enthusiastic mentor and strategic thinker.
- Charismatic individual with strong negotiation and communication abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple units, time, and competing priorities.
- Ability to work retail hours, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events, based on business needs, and remain on the sales floor for the full shift.
- Ability to lift at least 30 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license required to operate an Estée Lauder Companies fleet vehicle.
Skills
Experience
3–4 years leading or managing retail or point-of-sale stores, counters, or regions in a luxury business, preferably in the beauty industry.
Workplace
This position is based in Hartford, Connecticut, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 71,040 to USD 106,560 per annum.
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness and family support programs; life and disability insurance; retirement savings plans; paid leave programs; education-related programs; paid holidays and vacation time. Many benefits are subsidized or fully paid by the company. The role is also eligible for a competitive performance-based bonus, with potential for overachievement based on performance and company results.
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.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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