Retail Cosmetics Sales Associate - Gucci Beauty,… at Macy's · 151 W…

Summary: Macy's is a storied retailer that has been part of American culture for over 160 years. They are seeking a Retail Cosmetics Sales Associate to support beauty needs, drive sales, and build strong client relationships while providing expert guidance on beauty products. The role includes customer consultations, applying makeup, and leveraging innovative selling ideas to meet sales goals. Responsibilities: - Greet customers in a friendly and helpful manner - Use product knowledge to give expert guidance to each customer based on their wants, features, and choices - Build a relationship with customers by introducing them to beauty products and finding out their hidden needs - Show and teach the use of all beauty products by applying them on the customer - Keep proper display, organization, storage and restocking of inventory - Use our clientele program to connect with customers, achieve sales goals, inform about promotions and product launches, and enroll customers in our rewards program - Join in pre-selling and sales-boosting events to increase sales and reach personal sales targets - Stay current with all training through Macy’s educational resources, including attending Vendor trainings and virtual trainings as requested - Merchandise new arrivals, process damages, testers and select merchandise to return to vendors - Use point of sale technology and applications to help in selling and fulfilling of customer orders - Follow hygiene standards and asset protection control and compliance procedures - Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities Required Qualifications: - At least 1 year of customer service or selling experience required - Good understanding of the beauty products you are selling and be able to give expert guidance to customers based on their wants, features, and choices - Comfortable communicating with customers virtually, via phone, and in person - Ability to build relationships with customers, achieve sales goals, and participate in pre-selling and sales-boosting events - Utilize point of sale technology and applications to help in selling and fulfilling customer orders - Self-driven to keep up with Macy's beauty product knowledge and beauty trends and stay current with all training through Macy's educational resources - Show and teach the use of all beauty products by applying them on the customer - Proficiency in vendor line(s) and beauty trends serving as a knowledgeable resource in this area - Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments - Partnership with the total Beauty team to drive sales and deliver the customer experience - Possess a passion and a business-minded attitude to succeed in a performance-based setting - Able to resolve customer problems in a constructive and forward-looking way - Strong organizational skills and can manage multiple tasks at once in a fast-paced environment - Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings & weekends - Enthusiasm for the beauty industry and the skills to provide outstanding customer care - Flexible and able to use sound judgment in ambiguous situations - Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays, with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality - Prolonged periods (at least two consecutive hours) of standing/walking around the store or department - Frequent use of computers and handheld electronic equipment - Reaching, including above eye level, crouching, kneeling, stooping and color vision - This position requires lifting, constant moving, standing, reaching with arms and hands, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladder - Lifting and moving items weighing up to 25lbs Preferred Qualifications: - Previous cosmetic or fragrance sales experience a plus Required Skills: Product knowledge - beauty products, Makeup application, Point of sale technology, Cosmetic sales Benefits: Comprehensive health and wellness coverage, 401(k) match, Paid time off, Eight paid holidays, Merchandise discounts, Performance-based incentives, Annual merit review, Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice