Aēsop®
For over 35 years, Aesop has carefully cultivated an inspiring and inclusive environment in which our employees are supported and encouraged to thrive. As a global retail organization, we offer professional development and advancement opportunities to complement career goals and aspirations.
Our approach to skin care involves meticulous attention to detail, using only the most efficacious ingredients to create formulations which stir the self and senses. The same meticulous approach is taken during our recruitment process, seeking out considered and inspired individuals with a wealth of perspectives who bring out the best in themselves and others.
We aim to strike the right balance between people, planet and profit, actively reducing our footprint on the planet that generously sustains us. So far, this journey has led us to become a certified B Corp. We are committed to building a more sustainable and inclusive society.
Since 2023, Aesop has been part of the L'Oréal Groupe, founded in 1909 by Eugene Schueller and is home to 37 global brands including Kiehl’s, Lancôme, SkinCeuticals, Nyx, YSL and L'Oréal Paris; presenting wide-ranging opportunities for long-term career growth.
Purpose of the Role
At Aesop, we believe in cultivating exceptional experiences, and as our Retail Consultant, you are at the heart of it, introducing and selling our products through genuine and personalized conversations. We seek individuals whose passion for our brand and its unique values drives them to connect authentically, master the art of storytelling, and deliver unparalleled experiences. If you are customer-focused, commercially driven, eager to contribute to a dynamic retail environment, and committed to personal growth, we invite you to join us!
The Role in Action
Drive Personal Performance (40%)
- Actively contribute to store goals by understanding and driving key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Agrees and actions a personalized SMART monthly commercial plan with their Store Manager in which targets are broken down into weekly and daily goals
- Utilize data and insights to continuously optimize performance and identify opportunities for growth.
- Share innovative ideas to enhance traffic, conversion, and customer loyalty
Customer Experience (40%)
- The master of storytelling, connect with customers and understand their needs and projecting products into their world
- Craft the exceptional and personalized customer journey with Aesop’s unique approach, from a warm welcome and genuine engagement to thoughtful product demonstrations and regimen building
- Confidently lead customers to the sink/fragrance area with their hands, body and words and demonstrates recommended products on the customer’s hand
- Ensure a memorable departure and build lasting relationship, through attentive service, offer full regimens to provided samples and conclude the interaction with a warm invitation to return
- Embody Aesop's values in all actions, seeking support for continuous improvement.
Commit to Learning & Development (10%)
- Proactively complete your retail induction and ongoing learning pathways (Methodos).
- Prioritize practicing and refining your customer experience capabilities, especially during quieter periods.
- Attend and apply learning from all product and campaign training, sharing your expertise with colleagues.
- Actively seek feedback and coaching to develop your knowledge, skills, and career within Aesop.
Execute Retail Essentials (10%)
- Adhere to Aesop’s grooming guidelines and uphold our retail standards, ensuring the "five senses" experience is consistently delivered.
- Diligently complete stock, inventory, and store presentation tasks.
What you will bring
- Experience successfully working as part of a customer-focused team, ideally within retail or hospitality, with a keen eye for detail in selling and delivering tailored experiences.
- A merchant mindset, both customer-focused and commercially driven
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with confidence in tactile product demonstrations.
- A deep passion for selling premium products and an excitement for Aesop's offerings, including skincare and fragrance.
What’s on offer
- Hourly range: $23.00
- Monthly Incentive Program - eligible for Monthly Incentive Program based on sales performance for the month
- Time Off - eligible for vacation, depending on locality eligible for Paid Time Off or Paid Sick Leave (allotments also dependent on local laws)
- Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products)
- Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
- Employee Resource Groups
- Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs