Van Cleef & Arpels Sales Associate
- Location
- Short HillsNew JerseyUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $24.04/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Jul 30, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Founded in 1906 on Place Vendôme, Van Cleef & Arpels is a High Jewelry Maison renowned for poetic creativity, exceptional savoir-faire, and an enduring culture of transmission. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where artisans, designers, retail experts, and corporate teams contribute to creations that unite technical mastery with emotion and wonder. Guided by excellence, discretion, and a deep respect for heritage, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning across its international network. Employees join a house where craftsmanship is celebrated, client relationships are cultivated with elegance, and each career may help preserve and renew a remarkable legacy.
Van Cleef & Arpels hiring Sales Associate in Short Hills, NJ. $24.04/hour plus commission. Requires 7 years luxury jewelry experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Achieve and exceed sales goals by delivering exceptional service to clients in a luxury boutique environment
- Develop and maintain a network of loyal clients through personalized engagement and curated clienteling initiatives
- Oversee CRM initiatives including client data capture and accuracy, communication of collections and events, gifting campaigns, and clientele reporting
- Attend community social functions and boutique events to generate new business and cultivate client relationships
- Execute daily display setup and maintenance to uphold the aesthetic standards and visual excellence of the boutique
- Travel as required to support boutique operations and client engagements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or professional jewelry certification
- Seven years of experience in luxury retail or high jewelry sales
- Proficiency with CRM systems and clienteling tools
- Strong ability to develop and sustain long-term client relationships
- Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills
- Valid work authorization for employment in the United States
Skills
Experience
Seven years of luxury retail or high jewelry sales experience, with demonstrated success in client development and sales achievement in a boutique or similar environment.
Education
Bachelor's degree or professional jewelry certification required.
Workplace
This position is based in Short Hills, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of Newark.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is USD 24.04 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability benefits; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; wellness reimbursement benefit; employee assistance program; volunteer days off.
Culture
Van Cleef & Arpels fosters a refined and collaborative workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire. As an employer, the Maison values curiosity, precision, and collective excellence, offering an environment where employees contribute to timeless creations while upholding a deep respect for heritage, beauty, and client experience.
About Cerulean
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