- Location
- Columbia South Carolina USA
- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $16.17–18.87/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
About Swarovski
Swarovski began cutting crystal in Wattens, Austria, in 1895. Today its work spans crystal production, jewelry design and retail. The house also supplies crystals to designers working in fashion and couture.
The seasonal Sales Consultant at Swarovski’s The Mall in Columbia delivers outstanding service, builds customer relationships, achieves sales goals, and supports an engaging store environment. The position pays $16.17–$18.87 hourly, with eligibility for a sales incentive bonus program for regular employees only; seasonal hires are excluded.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding customer service and create emotional connections through storytelling.
- Build trust and lasting customer relationships while promoting loyalty programs.
- Achieve individual and team sales goals and take accountability for results.
- Collaborate with the team to maintain a welcoming, organized store environment.
- Stay current on Swarovski product knowledge and use digital tools to enhance the customer experience.
Qualifications
- Passion for fashion, luxury, or lifestyle brands.
- Experience in a multicultural retail environment.
- Excellent, proven customer service skills and a personable approach that builds trust.
- Curious, empathetic, results-driven team player with a commercial mindset.
- Digitally savvy and comfortable using retail technology.
- Confidence in expressing individuality and bringing creative ideas to the team.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in Columbia, South Carolina, USA, within easy reach of Baltimore.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 16.17 to USD 18.87 per hour.
Benefits
Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products; a global employee assistance program supporting mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support, and financial and legal matters; comprehensive product and personal training; eligibility for a sales incentive bonus pay program for regular employees only, excluding seasonal hires.
Culture
Product knowledge is part of the sales role. Advisors explain how cut and color affect a crystal and help clients distinguish the crystal collections from Swarovski Created Diamonds.
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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