Van Cleef & Arpels Sales Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $140,000–150,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Jul 14, 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 Sales Manager role on Fifth Avenue, New York. Lead luxury sales team, drive client relationships, $140K–$150K annual.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Boutique Director to support and guide the sales team in all aspects of sales, maintaining a strong presence on the sales floor
- Coach team members to achieve performance goals through feedback, coaching, and successful sales closures
- Support the team in developing client relationships and prospecting in the database, while creating a long-term sales strategy to boost loyalty and sales volume
- Lead by example on the sales floor, motivating the team and aiding the Boutique Director in crafting short and mid-term strategies for client attraction, conversion, and retention
- Ensure the delivery of excellent customer service, elevating the boutique experience to drive sales growth
- Assist Boutique Director in supporting and guiding the team in all aspects of operations including policy & procedures and corporate directives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 4-5 years of experience in a luxury retail environment
- Prior supervisory experience
- Strong selling and closing skills
- Proficiency in Excel and Word
- Ability to motivate teams and quickly resolve sales-related issues
- Comfortable with travel
- Strong networking abilities, particularly with high-profile events
- Fluency in a foreign language relevant to the market (preferred)
Skills
Experience
4-5 years of experience in a luxury retail environment with prior supervisory experience required. The candidate must demonstrate proven ability to lead sales teams, achieve performance targets, and manage client relationships at the high end of the market.
Education
Bachelor's degree required.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 140,000 to USD 150,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision programs; 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; annual bonus eligibility.
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
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.
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