- Address
- 806 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10065 View map
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- Up to $25/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Luxury Furniture & Homewares
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
About Frette
Founded in 1860, Frette is an Italian luxury house renowned for exceptional linens, refined textiles and a longstanding presence in prestigious hotels and private residences worldwide. Its identity rests on craftsmanship, sophisticated design and an exacting approach to quality, expressed through collections that elevate everyday rituals. As an employer, Frette brings together expertise across textile design, product development, retail, hospitality partnerships and corporate functions. The brand offers professionals a setting where heritage meets contemporary expectations of luxury, with attention to detail, product knowledge and thoughtful client service central to representing its distinctive vision of comfort and elegance.
Frette seeks a Sales Specialist for its Madison Avenue flagship boutique in New York, building client relationships and driving sales while delivering personalized luxury service. The full-time role combines client advisory and sales with daily store operations, visual standards, inventory, and shipment processing; pay is up to $25 per hour, with commission and bonus opportunities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Meet company and individual sales goals by following Frette’s selling ceremonies and fostering client relationships.
- Achieve and exceed individual KPI goals through the highest level of client service.
- Capture client data in accordance with Frette’s CRM guidelines and conduct personal, authentic outreach to build rapport and lasting relationships for client acquisition and retention.
- Respond to client inquiries via email, phone, WhatsApp, and messaging.
- Process sales and register transactions, including in-person, phone, and email purchases; cash and credit payments; and cash counting.
- Prepare client quotes using Frette-branded templates and coordinate bespoke orders or alterations as needed.
- Deliver Frette’s white-glove services, including home consultations and installations, to support add-on sales and client relationships.
- Represent the brand with pride, commitment, and passion, treating clients and colleagues professionally, courteously, and respectfully.
- Stay informed about marketing activations to maximize return on investment.
- Carry out daily operational duties, including keyholder opening and closing procedures, cash handling, charge sends, returns and exchanges, resolving client concerns, and completing and relaying required reports.
- Help process new shipments and keep receiving and back-stock areas clean and organized.
- Help maintain visual standards, including visual merchandising rotations, bed changes, and daily visual merchandising and cleanliness standards.
- Participate in biannual inventory.
- Coordinate with IT on helpdesk inquiries.
- Undertake additional responsibilities as needed, as identified by the Store Manager and Corporate Business Partners.
Qualifications
- Experience in luxury retail, hospitality, or interior design is highly preferred.
- Flexibility to work a retail schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Proficiency with retail operating systems, POS, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.
- Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive attitude that contributes to a positive team environment.
- Team-oriented and self-driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Excellent time-management and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment in decision-making.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with team members and willingness to set and uphold high performance standards.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 40 lb using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Ability to move effectively around the boutique floor, stockroom, and off-site locations.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and bending, and to follow OSHA-approved ladder safety.
Skills
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is up to USD 25 per hour.
Benefits
Monthly individual commission opportunities; guaranteed commission during the first three months; quarterly sales bonus opportunities; anniversary incentives; employee recognition programs; referral bonus program; professional development opportunities; comprehensive benefits.
Culture
Frette’s workplace culture is rooted in its Italian heritage and expertise in luxury linens, placing craftsmanship, attention to detail and refined design at the heart of its professional identity. Its presence in both private homes and prestigious hotels gives the working environment a distinctive focus on product knowledge, attentive service and an understanding of discerning international clients.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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