Max Mara Sales Assistant
- Location
- Bologna Emilia-Romagna Italy
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Max Mara
Founded in 1951 by Achille Maramotti in Reggio Emilia, Max Mara is an Italian luxury house distinguished by its refined tailoring, celebrated coats and modern approach to womenswear. Combining sartorial tradition with industrial expertise, the family-owned brand has built an international presence rooted in quality, functionality and enduring elegance. As an employer, Max Mara brings together creative, technical and commercial disciplines, with career paths spanning design, product development, retail and corporate functions. Its distinctive heritage and global reach offer a professional setting where attention to detail, an understanding of contemporary women’s lives and a consistent expression of brand identity are central.
Max Mara Fashion Group hiring Sales Assistant in Bologna, Italy. Entry-level retail role with training and growth opportunities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized styling advice and fashion consultation to clients of diverse nationalities and backgrounds
- Drive sales through engaging customer interactions, understanding client needs, and presenting product solutions with enthusiasm
- Develop and maintain comprehensive product knowledge across seasonal collections and the full Max Mara portfolio
- Contribute to visual merchandising and store presentation standards in alignment with brand guidelines
- Participate in retail team projects and collaborate with colleagues to achieve store performance targets
- Support inventory management and maintain store organization and cleanliness
- Engage with digital tools and systems to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency
Qualifications
- Fluent English language proficiency (required)
- Prior experience in retail sales or direct customer-facing roles
- Demonstrated passion for fashion and styling with attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to connect authentically with diverse clientele
- Results-oriented mindset with commitment to achieving sales targets
- Digital literacy and comfort with technology-driven retail environments
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in retail sales, customer service, or public-facing roles is preferred. Entry-level candidates with demonstrated enthusiasm for fashion and customer engagement will be considered.
Education
Secondary education (high school diploma or equivalent); fashion or retail certifications are advantageous but not required.
Workplace
The role is situated in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
Benefits
Seasonal uniform provision, employee discount, meal vouchers (restaurant tickets), corporate welfare programme.
Culture
Max Mara’s workplace culture is shaped by its Italian tailoring heritage, with a strong emphasis on craftsmanship, precision and timeless design. Its professional environment brings creative vision and technical expertise together around a shared commitment to quality and the evolving needs of modern women.
About Cerulean
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