Galeries Lafayette Junior Sales Manager (Alternance / Work‑Study)
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
About Galeries Lafayette
A leading luxury fashion maison within an international luxury group, renowned for artisanal craftsmanship, refined design and a client‑centric retail experience. The employer operates global boutiques and invests in talent development through structured in‑store training and work‑study programmes.
Leading luxury fashion maison — Paris: Junior Sales Manager (Alternance / Work‑Study) opportunity in boutique retail to develop sales, team leadership and clienteling skills.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support daily store operations and ensure an elevated, signature client experience on the sales floor.
- Assist in achieving and exceeding sales targets through active selling, clienteling and promotion of brand initiatives.
- Supervise and coordinate the sales team during assigned shifts; mentor colleagues and deliver on‑the‑job training.
- Manage visual merchandising standards and ensure product presentation aligns with maison guidelines.
- Operate POS, process transactions and support stock replenishment, inventory checks and loss‑prevention procedures.
- Compile basic sales and KPI reports, and provide actionable observations to the store manager.
- Ensure boutique compliance with brand policies, luxury service protocols and local regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a recognised business, retail management or luxury brand programme (alternance/apprenticeship compatible).
- Strong interpersonal skills with a natural aptitude for selling and building long‑term client relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to lead small teams, coach peers and take responsibility for shift‑level outcomes.
- Flexible availability to work retail hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Legal right to work in the job country and readiness to commit to a structured work‑study rhythm.
Skills
Experience
Preferably 1–2 years of retail experience, internships or seasonal roles within fashion or luxury retail; prior exposure to boutique selling or supervising shifts is an asset.
Education
Enrolled in or recently completed a diploma/bachelor programme in Business, Retail Management, Sales or Luxury Brand Management (work‑study/alternance format preferred).
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The maison cultivates a mentorship‑driven, apprenticeship culture where technical savoir‑faire and client service excellence are prioritised. The retail environment is collaborative and performance‑oriented, offering structured learning for early‑career talent.
About Cerulean
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