Neiman Marcus Selling Advisor — Gifts
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Compensation
- $10–30/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is an iconic American luxury department store known for its curated assortment of designer fashion, accessories and gifts. As part of the broader Neiman Marcus Group, the brand emphasizes elevated customer service, a multi‑channel retail experience and a dedication to selling premium merchandise to discerning clientele.
Neiman Marcus — Northbrook, IL: Selling Advisor - Gifts. Hourly $10–$30. Client-focused luxury sales advisor to build clientele and exceed sales targets.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalized service to cultivate long‑term client relationships and repeat business.
- Consistently meet and exceed individual and departmental sales targets through consultative selling and clienteling.
- Develop and maintain a proprietary clientele book through proactive outreach, follow‑up and appointment setting.
- Maintain deep product knowledge across gift and lifestyle assortments and communicate brand value to clients.
- Collaborate with vendor partners to execute in‑store events, trunk shows and promotional activities to drive sales.
- Support daily store operations including POS transactions, merchandising standards and ad hoc responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
- Proven sales orientation with a track record of achieving or exceeding sales goals, preferably in luxury retail.
- Passionate about fashion and gifts with demonstrable product knowledge and the ability to advise high‑end clients.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse, affluent clientele.
- Dependable, goal‑driven, and able to contribute positively to team performance.
- Flexible availability to work retail hours, including evenings, weekends and peak shopping periods.
Skills
Experience
Proven sales experience in retail—preferably within luxury or premium brands—demonstrating consistent achievement of sales targets and successful client development.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; formal retail, fashion or customer service training is advantageous.
Workplace
The role is situated in Northbrook, Illinois, USA — conveniently close to Chicago.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 10 to USD 30 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; basic and supplemental life insurance; disability insurance; voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital and accident insurance); employee discount; eligible for bonus and long‑term incentive compensation awards.
Culture
Neiman Marcus fosters an elevated, client‑centric retail culture that prizes style expertise, refinement and personalized service. Team members are expected to collaborate closely with vendor partners and peers while being supported by career development opportunities across store, digital and corporate functions.
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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