Tapestry Retail Sales Associate
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 16, 2026
About Tapestry
A confidential luxury fashion house operating within the global high-end apparel and leather goods sector. The employer emphasizes artisanal quality, elevated client service and international retail presence; it offers structured retail career paths typical of established maisons affiliated with major luxury groups.
Confidential luxury fashion house in Paris seeks a Retail Sales Associate to deliver exceptional client service and drive boutique sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver an impeccable, personalised client experience across in-store touchpoints, including welcoming, styling, and aftercare.
- Achieve and exceed sales targets through consultative selling, product knowledge and proactive clienteling.
- Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure the boutique reflects brand guidelines at all times.
- Manage point-of-sale transactions, returns and basic cash handling with accuracy and discretion.
- Support stock management activities: receiving, replenishment, inventory counts and loss-prevention protocols.
- Record and update client information in the CRM, schedule appointments and follow up on leads.
- Collaborate with the store team to execute brand initiatives, events and seasonal floor moves.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in luxury or premium retail (preferred 1–3 years for entry-level roles).
- Excellent verbal presentation and interpersonal skills, with a client-first orientation.
- Confident numeracy and experience operating POS systems.
- Ability to uphold rigorous visual and service standards under pressure.
- Flexible availability including weekends and peak retail periods.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail experience in a luxury or premium environment is preferred; demonstrable record of meeting sales targets and delivering high-touch client service is an advantage.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in retail, luxury goods or hospitality is a plus.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The workplace fosters meticulous client service and collective pride in craftsmanship; teams are collaborative, performance-oriented and trained to preserve the maison's high standards. Career progression is supported through on-the-job mentoring and periodic brand-led training.
About Cerulean
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