Hermès Selling Supervisor

Overview

Hermès of Paris Inc. is the U.S. arm of the independent, family-owned Maison Hermès, renowned for artisanal luxury goods and an enduring commitment to craftsmanship. The company sustains a global retail network and preserves a heritage-led production model, emphasizing excellence, responsible sourcing and a human-centred workplace culture.

Role & Responsibilities

• Drive individual monthly and annual sales targets while contributing to the boutique’s collective objectives; organize priorities on the selling floor to maximise conversion.
• Maintain merchandising and visual standards: replenish receipts, straighten floor displays, stock selling supplies (bags, boxes, ribbons, stationery), and execute VM guidelines for new receipts.
• Operate and manage POS activities: accurately process transactions, maintain CRM purchase records and SKUs, approve routine returns/exchanges and perform opening/closing till procedures.
• Oversee asset protection and opening/closing protocols including store access, alarm procedures, till closings, key-log control and coordination with Asset Protection (AP) for bag checks and inventory security.
• Participate in inventory preparation and monthly cycle counts; ensure physical EAS tagging and ticketing compliance across floor, back-of-house and returns.
• Deliver exemplary customer service in line with Hermès standards: greet clients, assist with purchases, and support after-sales administrative needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstation; escalate POS or operational discrepancies to management promptly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of selling experience; 3+ years preferred, with prior supervisory responsibility.
• Experience in a luxury retail environment strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to build and sustain client relationships with impeccable verbal and interpersonal communication.
• Demonstrated capacity to multitask in a fast-paced environment while remaining even-tempered and professional.
• Strong organisational skills and self-starter attitude; able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Open availability to meet business scheduling needs, including weekends and holidays as required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs without assistance.

Skills

Experience

Minimum 2 years of direct selling experience with supervisory exposure; 3+ years preferred. Experience within a luxury or premium brand retail environment is highly desirable.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in business, retail management or a related discipline preferred.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 25.50 to USD 28.19 per hour.

Benefits

Commission and bonus incentives; Medical, Dental and Vision coverage; Life insurance and disability; Paid time off (15 days annual vacation, 11 company holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 wellbeing days, sick & safe time); Paid parental leave and transition time; 401(k) and Roth retirement plan with company matching and profit sharing; Voluntary benefits (FSAs, fitness reimbursement, voluntary life insurance); Product discount; Employee Assistance Program; access to Calm App, Health Advocate and family-building support.

Culture

Hermès cultivates a craft-driven, humanist workplace that prizes artisan savoir-faire, creativity and long-term stewardship. The Maison emphasises dignity, inclusivity and personal development within a global, family-owned organisation committed to sustainability and responsible business.

About Cerulean

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