Saks Fifth Avenue Beauty Advisor
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
About Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is a premier luxury department store and a cornerstone of the Saks Global portfolio. Renowned for a carefully curated assortment of designer fashion and high-touch client service, the brand blends immersive in-store experiences with an elevated digital offering across its North American locations.
Beauty Advisor at Saks Fifth Avenue in New York—drive cosmetics sales with expert consultation and exceptional client service in a luxury retail environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Achieve and exceed individual cosmetic sales goals, event sales targets, and departmental daily and monthly objectives
- Provide dynamic, consultative service by asking appropriate qualifying questions to identify client needs and guide purchasing decisions
- Demonstrate professional makeup consultation and application services to enhance the client experience
- Maintain comprehensive client relationships through the use of online clienteling tools to record and leverage client information and preferences
- Cross-sell multiple beauty lines and complementary products to expand transaction values and build client baskets
- Actively engage on social media platforms such as Instagram to cultivate personal brand presence and expand business reach
- Maintain thorough knowledge of all in-store services and proactively offer appropriate services to further personalize the shopping experience
- Preserve counter and product displays to high aesthetic and cleanliness standards
- Serve as a professional liaison between the company and Account Executives, maintaining positive working relationships
- Deliver exceptional service from client approach through post-purchase follow-up, focusing on relationship longevity
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of retail sales experience within the beauty or cosmetics industry
- Demonstrated track record of successful sales performance, consistently meeting or exceeding assigned goals
- Ability to learn and effectively utilize online clienteling software and platforms
- Comfortable and proficient with social media platforms and digital technologies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills across diverse communication styles
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities
Skills
Experience
Minimum 1 year of retail sales experience within the beauty and cosmetics industry, with demonstrated success in achieving or exceeding sales targets. Previous experience in a luxury or upscale retail environment is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; college education or beauty industry certification is preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for eligible full-time associates; associate discount; career advancement opportunities; work-life balance support.
Culture
Saks Fifth Avenue emphasizes a high‑standard, client‑centric retail culture that fuses creative visual storytelling with commercial rigor. The environment rewards initiative and offers cross‑functional career mobility across retail, digital and corporate disciplines within the Saks Global portfolio.
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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