- Location
- Montpellier Occitanie France
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
About Galeries Lafayette
Galeries Lafayette, a prestigious entity within the retail landscape, offers an exhilarating environment that embodies a lifestyle of fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, watchmaking, and gastronomy. As part of this vibrant and innovative group, employees are encouraged to embrace creativity and commitment, driving the evolution of commerce and enchanting customers with every interaction.
The Sales Associate represents Louis Pion at its Galeries Lafayette Montpellier corner, supporting customers with sales, simple watch repairs, after-sales service and special orders. The fixed-term contract is for 35 hours per week, from 15 November to 31 December 2026.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome and assist customers.
- Advise customers and develop sales arguments tailored to their needs.
- Process payments.
- Promote the Louis Pion brand to customers and grow sales.
- Maintain the store, create window displays, and replenish stock regularly.
- Know the store's product range and present the brands offered to customers.
- Carry out simple repairs on site, including bracelet adjustments and replacements.
- Manage after-sales service and special orders, including intake and follow-up.
- Check deliveries and conduct inventories.
- Showcase the jewelry selection.
- Ensure customer satisfaction throughout the customer journey, from initial welcome and payment to repair intake and after-sales follow-up.
Qualifications
- Customer-oriented.
- A strong brand ambassador who can build trusting customer relationships and provide personalized solutions.
- Action-oriented and results-driven.
- Able to adapt approach and behavior to each situation and open to new challenges to achieve the best results.
- A watchmaking qualification is preferred.
Education
A watchmaking qualification is preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Montpellier, Occitanie, France.
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Benefits
Fixed pay over 12.5 months; sales-performance-related variable pay; personalized onboarding support; watchmaking and jewelry-specific training; a dynamic career path; opportunities to progress within the retail network, at head office or across Groupe Galeries Lafayette. All positions are open to people with disabilities.
Culture
Galeries Lafayette fosters a culture of innovation and joy, where each day presents new opportunities and challenges. Employees are part of a creative and committed team, dedicated to redefining the retail experience.
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.
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