Galeries Lafayette Retail Sales Advisor

Location
Employment Full-Time
Seniority Entry-Level
Department Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted Apr 9, 2026
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Luxury fashion house in Paris seeks Retail Sales Advisor (full-time). Deliver exceptional client service and support boutique sales.

Overview

A leading luxury fashion house and maison within an international luxury group, dedicated to craftsmanship, refined design and elevated client experiences. The employer operates boutiques in major global capitals and prioritizes heritage, product excellence and a service-oriented retail culture.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver exemplary, personalized service to clients at every stage of the sales journey, from greeting to after-sales follow-up.
  • Achieve and exceed individual and boutique sales targets through proactive clienteling, cross-selling and upselling.
  • Maintain boutique standards: visual merchandising, product presentation and housekeeping in line with brand guidelines.
  • Operate POS systems, process transactions accurately and support stock replenishment and inventory audits.
  • Develop and maintain a client database, schedule appointments and proactively cultivate long‑term client relationships.
  • Support boutique events, private client appointments and product launches; liaise with store management on daily priorities.

Qualifications

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a polished, professional presence.
  • Strong customer-focus and proven ability to build rapport and trust with high-net-worth clients.
  • Numerical accuracy for transaction processing and basic stock management.
  • Flexibility to work retail hours including evenings and weekends; reliable attendance and punctuality.
  • Proactive team player with attention to detail and adherence to luxury service standards.

Skills

Clienteling Visual merchandising Point-of-sale (POS) systems Inventory management Cross-selling and upselling Luxury product knowledge

Experience

Previous experience in retail, preferably within a luxury or premium apparel/accessories environment; 1+ years in client-facing sales roles is typically expected.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in retail, fashion or sales is advantageous.

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Culture

The maison cultivates a service-led, detail-oriented retail culture where heritage craftsmanship and client discretion are paramount. Team members are expected to uphold refined presentation standards and contribute to an environment of collaborative excellence.

About Cerulean

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