Sephora Sales Advisor (Beauty) — Fixed-Term Contract, 35h

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Seniority Entry-Level
Posted Mar 23, 2026

Sephora Avignon seeks an Entry-Level Sales Advisor (CDD 35h) to deliver exceptional customer experiences and drive store sales.

Overview

Sephora is a leading global beauty retailer within LVMH's selective distribution portfolio, recognised for an extensive assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare and fragrance brands. The company emphasizes experiential retail, professional client service and internal career mobility across a dense network of stores and digital platforms.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Welcome clients, assess their needs and deliver personalised product and service recommendations that convert advice into sales.
  • Drive store sales through active selling, upselling of services and participation in commercial initiatives and in-store promotions.
  • Create memorable, high-quality client experiences that reflect Sephora’s standards of hospitality and brand positioning.
  • Maintain up-to-date product knowledge across makeup, skincare and fragrance ranges to provide informed consultations.
  • Support visual merchandising, stock replenishment and store presentation to ensure a compelling retail environment.
  • Operate the point-of-sale system, process transactions accurately and participate in daily cash-handling procedures.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to meet store targets, participate in team trainings and contribute to a positive team dynamic.

Qualifications

  • Strong customer-service orientation with an ability to build rapport and long-term client relationships.
  • Commercially driven, with real enthusiasm for reaching sales targets and engaging in promotional activities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; attentive to detail and committed to service excellence.
  • Ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends as required by retail operations.
  • Professional demeanour, reliability and a collaborative mindset suited to a fast-paced store environment.

Skills

Customer advisory and clienteling Active selling and upselling techniques Visual merchandising and stock management Point-of-sale (POS) operation and cash handling Team collaboration and store operations

Experience

Entry-level. Suitable for candidates at the start of their retail career; prior exposure to beauty retail or customer-facing roles is advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

High school diploma (Baccalauréat) or equivalent; vocational training or certifications in beauty/cosmetics an asset.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Avignon, Avignon, France. Cerulean currently advertises 4.401 open roles in France, including 236 added in the last 48 hours.

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, team-oriented culture that values authenticity, diversity and professional development. The workplace is fast-paced and customer-centric, offering learning opportunities for those seeking to grow within the beauty retail sector.

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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