Retail Artist (Part-time) - Selfridges Trafford
HOURGLASS COSMETICS – Retail Artist (Part Time - 2 days/week)
Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty‑free beauty brand, redefining luxury cosmetics with high‑performance products, innovative formulas, and award‑winning franchises. Recognized by Forbes, Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies, Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004, Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and 4,600 doors including Sephora, Ulta, Neiman Marcus, Selfridges, Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017.
What You Do
* Achieve sales goals while delivering the highest levels of client service.
* Present and sell merchandise in a professional manner through expert makeup applications.
* Develop client base with thorough and consistent follow‑up protocols.
* Manage all counter systems: daily sales analysis, assist with product orders, manage tester replacement and product RTV on a monthly basis.
* Submit monthly counter schedule and manage 30‑hour resident makeup artist.
* Partner with supervisor to plan seasonal strategies, including store events.
* Act as brand ambassador, developing relationships within the cosmetic department and the entire store.
What You’ll Gain
* A wealth of experience.
* In‑depth understanding of how to efficiently brand‑manage a modern luxury brand.
* Exposure and experience working with senior leadership.
* Build strong relationships with retailers and customers.
You’ll Love This Job If
* Strong communicator and collaborator: you work and communicate effectively with all customers and members of the organization.
* Inspirational makeup artist: you have a proven track record in coaching to deliver high performance and can connect artistry and selling.
* Results‑oriented: you are a strong seller with a bias for action.
* Curious: you have a genuine interest and personal passion for beauty, luxury, design & art.
* You’re PASSIONATE about beauty: eager to learn and absorb all things related to beauty and how to build a counter business.
Qualifications
* Experience in retail cosmetics management.
* Excellent skills as a makeup artist and salesperson.
* Exhibit effective communication skills with clients, peers and management.
* Analysis of sales results, forecasts and promotional planning.
* Ability to use a computer keyboard, standard telephone and other related business equipment.
* Availability to work weekends is required.
* Previous clientele a plus.
Your application will be stored in our system/CRM/etc for a maximum of 1 year after the date of your application. If you don’t want us to keep your details, please inform us by phone at 310‑392‑7799.
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