Cosmetics Salesperson - MAC Cosmetics

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Ballantynes in Christchurch is seeking an experienced MAC Cosmetics salesperson to join the counter team, delivering personalised service in a fast paced beauty hall. The role requires cosmetic retail experience, makeup artistry skills, reliability and a genuine passion for beauty, with excellent communication and a professional standard of customer care. This position runs Sundays and Mondays for 14 hours per week, with NZ work eligibility essential and the possibility of an earlier closing date due to interviews. Tips: tailor your CV to highlight MAC retail and artistry, share concrete examples of memorable customer experiences, and demonstrate you thrive in a busy counter while embodying Ballantynes and MAC values.

Company Description

Ballantynes has a world-class Beauty Hall with over 15 beauty houses including flagship concepts exclusive to the South Island. We are committed to providing a service unmatched by any other beauty department in New Zealand.

At Ballantynes, everything we do is about delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why our people are everything to us! It's our people and the magic they perform, that brings those exceptional customer experiences to life.

Job Description

Since 1984, MAC Cosmetics has established itself as the ultimate colour authority with artistry at their roots, inclusion and diversity at their core and a commitment to conscious beauty and social responsibility at the top of their minds. With products sold in over 120 countries, it’s no wonder make up lovers always return to MAC.

We are looking for an experienced salesperson to join our busy team on the MAC Counter.

Your passion for makeup artistry skills along with a flair for providing exceptional and personalised customer service, will leave customers with a lasting impression. Your genuine passion for the brand will highlight your sales skills and you will enjoy working within a fast paced but great team environment.

Successful candidate

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Cosmetic retail experience
• Make-up artistry skills and experience
• Reliable, confident and passionate about beauty
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• A professional who takes pride in their standard of work and customer care

Additional Information

This position is working Sunday and Monday, 14 hours per week. 

Applications close 12th September 2026.

Please note, we will be interviewing candidates during the application period so this role may close earlier than the end date.

Applicants must have current eligibility to work in New Zealand.