Van Cleef & Arpels Sales Associate
- Location
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels is a Parisian haute-joaillerie and watchmaking maison renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, poetic design and discreet luxury. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines artisanal savoir-faire with an international retail footprint and a client-focused, atelier-driven approach to product and service.
Van Cleef & Arpels seeks a Sales Associate for its Shinsegae Daejeon boutique to deliver exceptional client service and drive luxury sales in Daejeon.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalised, high-touch client service to cultivate long-term relationships and repeat business in a luxury boutique environment.
- Present and demonstrate fine jewellery and watches with exacting attention to detail, using product knowledge to translate heritage and technical features into client value.
- Achieve and exceed individual and boutique sales targets while contributing to team performance and store KPIs.
- Manage clienteling activities: maintain CRM records, schedule follow-ups, coordinate private viewings and after-sales touchpoints.
- Maintain boutique standards for visual merchandising, product presentation and housekeeping in accordance with brand guidelines.
- Execute POS transactions, process returns and exchanges, and assist with inventory control and stock reconciliations.
- Collaborate with boutique management and regional teams on events, launches and client outreach initiatives.
- Adhere to security, loss prevention and compliance procedures specific to high-value merchandise.
Qualifications
- Proven background in luxury retail, jewellery or watch sales with demonstrable commercial results (typical expectation: 1–3 years in a luxury boutique).
- Polished interpersonal skills and a client-centric demeanour; proven ability to build rapport with high-net-worth and discerning clients.
- Strong visual sensibility and meticulous attention to presentation consistent with maison standards.
- Reliable numeracy and transactional accuracy; trustworthy handling of high-value goods.
- Flexible availability to support boutique hours, peak trading periods and special events.
- Professional appearance and comportment aligned with luxury brand expectations.
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in luxury retail or boutique jewellery/watches with a track record of meeting sales targets and performing clienteling activities; experience handling high-value merchandise is strongly preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; tertiary study in retail, hospitality, fashion or a related discipline is advantageous.
Workplace
The role is situated in Daejeon, Daejeon, South Korea.
Culture
The maison places premium value on craftsmanship, discretion and a refined client experience. Employees operate within a collaborative, atelier-minded culture that emphasises product knowledge, impeccable service and loyalty to the brand's artistic heritage.
About Cerulean
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