Max Mara Sales Assistant
- Location
- Parma 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.
Sales Assistant at Max Mara Parma – luxury fashion retail position offering training, employee benefits, and career growth opportunities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional sales and customer service in the Max Mara boutique, engaging clients from diverse nationalities with empathy and sophistication
- Provide personalized styling advice and product knowledge to enhance the customer experience
- Achieve individual and team sales targets whilst maintaining high conversion rates
- Participate in visual merchandising and store presentation initiatives to reflect brand standards
- Contribute to retail projects and team initiatives within the Max Mara Fashion Group ecosystem
- Support the store team in maintaining an organized, welcoming retail environment
Qualifications
- Excellent command of English language
- Prior retail or customer-facing experience
- Demonstrated proactivity and energy in a collaborative team environment
- Passion for fashion styling with meticulous attention to detail
- Result-oriented mindset with commitment to sales targets
- Comfort with digital tools and technologies
- Strong empathy and ability to engage customers
Skills
Experience
Prior retail experience or substantial customer-facing background is required. Candidates should demonstrate proven success in sales-oriented environments with the ability to build rapport with diverse clientele.
Education
Secondary school diploma or equivalent; further retail or fashion qualification is advantageous.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, with easy access to Milan.
Benefits
Seasonal employee uniform, employee discount, corporate welfare benefits (Welfare aziendale)
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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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