Sales Associate

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Vhernier in Abu Dhabi seeks a Sales Associate to join a UAE boutique and represent the brand delivering a client experience while growing with the Maison. You will promote the brand DNA and craftsmanship, and drive sales through excellent service, clienteling, after-sales support. Key duties include meeting sales targets, stock replenishment and merchandising, boutique operations and cash handling, maintaining product knowledge. Requirements: 2–5 years in luxury retail or hospitality, fluent English; additional Arabic, Russian or Chinese a plus; tech-savvy with MS Office; availability for evenings, weekends, and travel for trainings. Tips: tailor your resume to show luxury client relationships, quantify results, demonstrate knowledge of the brand and materials, and align your narrative with Vhernier’s sustainable sculptural craft.

Since its inception, Vhernier has embodied the artistry and innovation of Milanese elegance, redefining jewelry with a bold approach to design and craftsmanship. Known for its sculptural beauty and commitment to sustainability, Vhernier harmonizes timeless aesthetics with modern minimalism, crafting each piece as a work of art. With a passion for unusual materials, such as titanium and the rarest gems, the House creates creations that are both groundbreaking and understated. From hand-sculpted forms to the soul of craftsmanship, Vhernier celebrates the art of simplicity, inviting you into a world where elegance is an exploration of beauty, vision, and creativity.

As part of its strategic development in the UAE, the Vhernier Maison is looking for enthusiastic, passionate, dynamic people to join our new retail team in UAE!

Main purpose: 

The Sales Associate is a fully engaged individual who is committed to contributing to the success of the Vhernier boutique in Abu Dubai, with the ambition to grow with the Maison. 

If you are looking for an opportunity to enter the world of High Jewelry, and craftmanship and you are curious to learn more, this role has a lot to offer. 

Your mission will be to promote the Vhernier brand image as per the company’s directives. 

Your mission:

You will become a Brand Ambassador of Vhernier Maison in the boutique as well as at external events, and you will be responsible for delivering a unique client experience by sharing memorable inspiring moments. You will foster trusted relationships with clients all along the journey with the Maison. 

You will contribute to developing a deep understanding and knowledge of the Maison to convey its brand DNA, recognizable craftsmanship, and innovation in all its creations. 

You will be part of a team, transmitting and sharing knowledge with the other team members, and actively participating in the day-to-day boutique life. 

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Sales performance & customer service: 

• Contribute to the boutique achieving its sales targets;
• Assist clients with Customer Service needs maintaining the brand's high standards;
• Cultivate strong client relationships, delivering outstanding client service and treatment; providing a friendly environment that includes greeting and acknowledging every customer, maintaining outstanding standards and solid product knowledge;
• Adapt the approach according to the client's needs and motivations; 
• Assist and support after-sales clients in accordance with Maison values; provide recommendations that will provide an exceptional client experience.

2. Stock management and merchandising:

• Provide feedback in processing and replenishing merchandise; participate in receiving and monitoring floor stock; 
• Actively participate in the visual merchandising of the Boutique implementing required guidelines. Assist in floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and store housekeeping, including cleaning the products and displays;
• Assist in the inventory process, including but not limited to stock counting and special projects as needed;
• Assist in completing price changes within the Boutique when required.

3. Boutique operations and cash management:

• Accurately and efficiently complete all sales transactions and maintain proper cash records at the boutique’s register;
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and practices;
• Implement discounts and gratuities under the supervision of the Boutique Manager;
• Comply with all safety regulations and boutique operational procedures including security.

4. Product knowledge & sales techniques:

• Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge information;
• Master the brand's sales techniques as per training received;
• Attendance to required training.

5. Presentation & visibility:

• Maintain boutique tidiness, decoration, and visual merchandising in line with Brand guidelines;
• Report maintenance issues to the Boutique Manager;
• Represent the Brand by wearing the appropriate provided uniform;
• Represent the Brand instore and at local events under the direction of the Boutique Manager.

Job profile: 

Required Experience:

• 2 to 5 years of previous experience in luxury retail, services, or luxury hospitality environment.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail store environment;
• Computer and internet savvy;
• MS Office experience required.

Personal Skills/Abilities:

• Fluency in English is mandatory; 
• Additional language skills are required, at least one of the following: Arabic, Russian, Chinese; 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Confidence in handling high-value transactions;
• Strong understanding of customer service needs and customer (internal and external) priorities;
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with precision;
• Self-starter with a team-player approach;
• Must be available to work retail hours including in the evenings, and during weekends, and to travel for trainings, client events, and conferences;