Part-Time Market Trainer (West Coast)

MERIT is hiring for Market Trainers to educate Sephora in-store staff about the MERIT brand and assortment, develop and execute in-store training, and drive brick-and-mortar sales. This part-time, field-based role is based in Los Angeles and offers an opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing beauty brand.

About the role

This position operates in a fast-paced environment with a focus on executing retail strategies, building long-term in-store relationships, and educating customers to drive sales. Hours vary from 0–20 per week, depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Represent the MERIT brand and drive in-store sales and trainings within designated territories and stores
• Execute in-store events that align with brand guidelines and drive sales goals
• Develop effective in-store relationships with store teams
• Drive retail sales through side-by-side selling in stores within the territory and achieve SPH (sales per hour) goals
• Ensure in-store visuals and merchandising standards are met
• Meet in-store visit cadence objectives for Sephora, Sephora guidelines, and MERIT guidelines

Requirements

• Prior in-store field sales experience at Sephora, with a passion for the beauty industry
• Knowledge of the beauty industry; interest in clean beauty a plus
• Strong sales background to meet SPH goals
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work in teams and autonomously, providing self-direction when needed
• Ability to be agile and thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to build and maintain brand partner/retailer relationships
• Able to work 0–20 hours per week (part-time position)
• Required to work weekends and holidays as necessary

Pay

The hourly range for this role is $25.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on experience and region.