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Counter Manager (Full Time) - De bijenkorf Utrecht

Hourglass Cosmetics

Utrecht
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Retail management
Makeup artistry
Sales strategy
Clienteling
Team leadership
Inventory management
Sales analysis
Customer service
Coaching
Communication
Product demonstration
Merchandising

Job Description

HOURGLASS COSMETICS – Counter Manager (Full Time)

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 nearly 4,600 doors including Sephora, Ulta, Neiman Marcus, Selfridges, Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website hourglasscosmetics.com.

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 full time resident retail artist
  • Partner with supervisor to plan seasonal strategies, including store events
  • Act as brand ambassador, developing relationships within cosmetic department and 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 senior leadership.
  • Build strong relationships with retailer 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 are a great makeup artist that has a proven track record in coaching to deliver high performance and is able to connect artistry and selling. 
  • Results-oriented: You are a strong seller. You have a bias for action.
  • Curious: You have a genuine interest and personal passion for beauty, luxury, design & art.
  • You are PASSIONATE about beauty: You are 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 sales person
  • 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 maximum 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.

 

Core Responsibilities

The Counter Manager is responsible for achieving sales goals, delivering exceptional client service, and managing daily counter operations including inventory and scheduling. They will also act as a brand ambassador, coaching the retail artist team and partnering with leadership to execute seasonal store strategies.

Requirements

Candidates must have proven experience in retail cosmetics management and possess excellent makeup artistry and sales skills. Strong communication abilities and the capacity to analyze sales results and forecasts are required, along with weekend availability.

About Hourglass Cosmetics

Industry: Personal Care Product Manufacturing

Company size: 201-500 employees

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 nearly 4,600 doors including Sephora, Ulta, Neiman Marcus, Selfridges, Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website hourglasscosmetics.com. Hourglass Cosmetics will never request any form of payment or credit card details as part of the hiring process. We encourage prospective candidates to remain vigilant regarding fraudulent employment scams. Please be advised that any official communication from Hourglass Cosmetics regarding career opportunities will always originate from an email address ending in @hourglasscosmetics.com. Hourglass may occasionally partner with reputable external agencies for recruitment purposes. Should you encounter any suspicious emails or individuals claiming to represent Hourglass recruiters or senior staff members, please disregard the message and report any concerns to [email protected] or [email protected].

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