Retail Beauty Client Development Manager - CHANEL Beaute, Burlington - Full Time
Macy's · Burlington, MA · 2 mo ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the Role
Macy’s is more than just a store—we’re a story that has captured the hearts and minds of America for over 160 years. As a Cosmetics Client Development Manager, you will lead with passion and purpose, overseeing all aspects of an assigned luxury cosmetics brand while creating a warm, inclusive environment where customers and team members feel truly valued. You will coach and support a team of Beauty Advisors, empowering them to deliver exceptional, customer-centric service through personalized consultations, product expertise, and genuine hospitality.
Responsibilities
- Leverage expertise in product knowledge, customer service, and artistry to guide and inspire the team, fostering a culture of hospitality where every interaction feels personal, polished, and memorable.
- Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset by building strong, trust-based client relationships while driving sustainable business growth and energizing the brand.
- Provide ongoing coaching on clienteling tools to help the team execute personalized follow-ups and experiences, using data and insights to support client retention.
- Lead by example in delivering exceptional service and creating authentic, lasting connections with beauty and fragrance customers.
- Use selling techniques that prioritize client needs and deliver genuine, elevated experiences while achieving personal sales goals.
- Monitor and analyze business performance across daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal, and annual sales metrics.
- Plan and execute business-driving events to meet department goals.
- Oversee the presentation, organization, storage, and replenishment of stock to ensure a premium shopping experience.
- Build strong partnerships with brand representatives and vendors to enhance the customer experience and drive shared success.
- Manage vendor events and promotions, including scheduling and execution, ensuring all elements contribute to a customer-focused experience.
- Ensure full compliance with hygiene and cleanliness standards.
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships with colleagues, customers, and communities.
Requirements
- Proven ability to lead teams with clarity and purpose, offering guidance, support, and coaching to drive high performance and engagement.
- Deep knowledge of assigned vendor line(s) and current beauty trends, serving as a trusted resource for both customers and team members.
- Strong ability to interpret metrics and detailed reports to develop actionable plans that achieve sales and business objectives.
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills to ensure open, ongoing dialogue within the team and across cross-functional partners.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels and departments.
- Ability to think both creatively and strategically to solve business challenges and identify growth opportunities.
- High level of attention to detail in reviewing reports, managing tasks, and ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a passion for driving results in a performance-based environment.
- Effectively role models service excellence, providing timely coaching and feedback to Beauty Advisors on client behaviors and clienteling metrics.
- Balances a love for the beauty industry with a results-driven approach, aligning service excellence with business goals.
- Resolves customer issues constructively, using sound judgment while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible and composed under pressure, with the ability to make clear decisions in ambiguous or evolving situations.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
- Physical requirements include heavy lifting (at least 30 lbs), constant moving, remaining in a stationary position, reaching with arms and hands, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders. May involve reaching above eye level and requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on department and company needs.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and performance-based incentives/bonuses (3% commission on eligible net sales).
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage (medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance).
- 401(k) match to invest in your future.
- Paid time off and eight paid holidays.
- Merchandise discounts.
- Annual merit review.
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice.
- Continuous learning and leadership development opportunities.
- Colleague Resource Groups for community building and volunteer opportunities.