- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Max Mara Fashion Group
Founded in 1951 by Achille Maramotti in Reggio Emilia, Italy, Max Mara Fashion Group is a family-owned fashion group distinguished by its tailoring expertise, industrial innovation and enduring vision of modern womenswear. Its portfolio includes Max Mara, Sportmax, Weekend Max Mara and Marella, each with a distinct identity. As an employer, the Group brings together creative, technical and commercial expertise across design, product development, manufacturing, retail and corporate functions. Its international presence offers a professional environment where Italian heritage meets diverse markets, appealing to talent drawn to quality, precision and the evolution of a long-established fashion business.
Marella seeks passionate sales assistants to join its Milan retail team, serving as on-site brand ambassadors and delivering an authentic, elevated shopping experience. The role encompasses direct customer engagement, product knowledge application, and collaborative participation in merchandise presentation and replenishment activities in accordance with company and store standards.
Qualifications
- Natural warmth and courtesy
- Strong customer-centric orientation
- Drive to achieve and exceed sales targets
- Genuine passion for fashion and styling
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Curiosity and entrepreneurial mindset
- Effective teamwork capability
- International perspective and cultural awareness
- Proficiency in English language
- Comfort with digital tools and technology adoption
- Commitment to continuous professional development in sales methodology
Skills
Experience
Retail or customer-facing experience is valued; strong fundamental sales aptitude is essential. The candidate should demonstrate a natural enthusiasm for fashion and styling, coupled with a genuine inclination toward direct customer service and result-driven sales performance.
Education
Secondary school diploma or equivalent; completion of any specialized retail, fashion merchandising, or customer service coursework is advantageous but not required.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Benefits
In-store and online learning pathway for sales and product expertise development; employee discount; meal vouchers (ticket restaurant); seasonal uniform provision; career advancement opportunities within Marella; collaborative retail project management environment.
Culture
Max Mara Fashion Group’s workplace culture is shaped by its Italian tailoring heritage, family-owned identity and enduring commitment to quality. Across its portfolio of brands, its professional environment brings together creative and technical expertise, balancing meticulous attention to detail with the demands of an international fashion business.
About Cerulean
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