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Beauty Advisor - Lancome, Fair Oaks - Part Time

Macy's · Fairfax, VA · 2 days ago
On-siteCustomer ServicePart-time

About the Role

As a Cosmetic Sales Colleague—also known as a Beauty Advisor—you are the trusted expert our customers turn to for all things beauty. Passionate about both products and people, you play a key role in creating a personalized and inspiring shopping experience that builds confidence and drives sales.

You’ll serve as both an educator and a beauty expert—offering expert advice, conducting product demonstrations, and providing tailored consultations that may include makeup application and skincare recommendations. Your deep product knowledge and ability to stay current on trends allow you to introduce customers to new items and innovations that match their unique needs and style. Building lasting client relationships is at the heart of your role. You’ll proactively grow and manage a loyal client base through consistent follow-up, virtual outreach, and personalized service—always with the goal of exceeding expectations and achieving sales goals.

By combining genuine hospitality, strong product knowledge, and a passion for beauty, you’ll help every customer leave feeling confident, cared for, and excited to return.

Responsibilities

  • Begin each day by reviewing sales goals, learning about new arrivals and top-selling items, and staying up to date on current trends and promotions.
  • Offer a warm welcome, engage in friendly conversations, and build customer relationships to encourage repeat visits.
  • Deliver personalized beauty experiences by uncovering customer needs, demonstrating product application, and educating them on product benefits and usage.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and shoppable sales floor, including refreshing signage, pricing, and assisting with merchandise moves.
  • Drive sales and client loyalty by leveraging clienteling tools, promoting offers and product launches, and participating in sales events.
  • Meet and surpass daily sales goals through exceptional service and proactive customer engagement.
  • Acquire new customers by opening credit accounts and sharing loyalty program benefits.
  • Use point-of-sale technology and digital tools to streamline transactions and enhance the shopping experience.
  • Conduct consistent follow-up and virtual outreach to manage and grow a loyal client base.
  • End each customer interaction with a sincere thank-you, often walking the customer to the exit and using their name.
  • Support teammates with honesty, care, and collaboration to foster a positive work environment.

Requirements

  • Flexible availability, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
  • Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors.
  • Ability to read and understand employment policies and safety rules/procedures in English.
  • At least 1 year of customer service or selling experience.

Essential Physical Requirements

  • Talking, lifting, constant moving, standing, and reaching with arms and hands.
  • Standing for at least two consecutive hours.
  • Lifting at least 25 lbs.
  • Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.
  • Reaching, including above eye level.
  • Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
  • Frequent use of computers and other technology, including handheld equipment and cash registers to process transactions.

Schedule

Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week, while part-time colleagues are typically scheduled 12-24 hours per week. All schedules include weekend shifts as a requirement. Hours depend on business needs and colleague availability.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive health and wellness coverage.
  • 401(k) match to invest in your future.
  • Paid time off and eight paid holidays.
  • Continuous learning and leadership development opportunities.
  • Merchandise discounts and performance-based incentives.
  • Annual merit review.
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice.
  • Opportunities to join Colleague Resource Groups and participate in volunteer activities.

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