Sephora Retail Sales Advisor (Apprenticeship)
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About Sephora
Sephora is a global prestige beauty retailer and a member of the LVMH family. The brand is known for its multi‑brand assortment, experiential store formats and strong emphasis on employee training and career mobility within the luxury beauty sector.
Sephora Valence is hiring a Retail Sales Advisor (Apprenticeship) in Valence, France — join an alternance programme to train and sell prestige beauty products.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome clients, provide personalised product advice and deliver high‑quality customer service to build loyalty.
- Drive sales through tailored product and service recommendations, upselling and cross‑selling according to client needs.
- Create memorable in‑store experiences that reflect Sephora’s brand standards and elevate customer well‑being.
- Participate in store activations, promotional events and commercial challenges to meet daily and monthly objectives.
- Follow the alternance training programme, acquire product knowledge and apply brand merchandising and visual standards.
Qualifications
- Baccalauréat (high‑school diploma) with a specialization in sales and/or esthetics.
- Enrolled or intending to enrol in a Bac+2 (or higher) qualification to be completed via alternance/apprenticeship.
- Strong customer‑service orientation and a genuine interest in beauty products and trends.
- Team player with a positive attitude, resilience and a willingness to take on retail targets and challenges.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level position suitable for candidates beginning their professional career; no prior professional experience required. Ideal for recent graduates or students seeking an alternance to develop retail and beauty advisory skills.
Education
Baccalauréat (high‑school diploma) in sales and/or esthetics required; candidate must be enrolled to prepare a Bac+2 (or higher) via an alternance/apprenticeship programme.
Workplace
This position is based in Valence, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, within easy reach of Lyon.
Culture
Sephora fosters an inclusive, diverse and collaborative workplace where authenticity and team spirit are valued. The brand emphasises learning and career development through structured training and on‑the‑job experience in a high‑energy retail environment.
About Cerulean
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