Specialty Beauty Advisor - Clinique

Specialty Beauty Advisor Clinique

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General Summary & Scope

The Specialty Beauty Advisor Clinique (SBA Clinique) is responsible for maximizing sales in the Clinique brand (including color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance) by engaging guests to determine their individual needs, assisting guests in the selection and purchase of merchandise, and maintaining overall store standards, including cleanliness and replenishment. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and the Clinique brand to the Ulta Beauty guest and support the Experience Manager (EM) through a focus on performance (service/retail sales and in-store events), people (guest service and associate culture), and process (operating procedures and compliance standards). This position requires a passion for the beauty industry, exceptional guest service, and the aptitude to learn and communicate product knowledge.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities (*Essential Job Functions)

Performance

• Meet or exceed Clinique brand sales and clientele goals and contribute to meeting or exceeding the store's goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), omni-channel, and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty.
• Ensure that each guest receives exceptional service by greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service to their needs, offering samples, and recommending complementary products and/or services.
• Perform makeup applications, skincare analysis, and product demonstrations with guests.
• Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on sales goals for the Clinique brand and the store.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and active contact with a growing customer list for Clinique brand sales by interfacing with existing customer base, maintaining active contact with a growing preferred customer list, and follow up on guest inquiries.
• Inform all guests of current promotions, events, and services within the store.
• Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing products and services during work time and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better service guests.
• Maintain prompt, regular attendance.

People

• Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and the internal and external guests served.
• Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests on the salesfloor.
• Maintain strong relationships with Clinique brand partners through participation in required trainings and the execution of in-store events and promotions.
• Collaborate with managers and associates throughout the store to help grow the business.
• Regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive Clinique brand sales performance.

Process

• Be knowledgeable of and ensure adherence to Ulta Beauty's policies, procedures, and standards.
• Adhere to the Ulta Beauty and Clinique brand dress code, including wearing brand assets as directed.
• Drive sales by keeping assigned work area replenished, signed, and faced, and ensuring testers are available and maintained in compliance with hygiene standards.
• Maintain outstanding store operational standards, including ensuring all merchandise, testers, and demonstration stations are set to company standard, and maintaining cleanliness of the Clinique brand area, and any additional assigned area, including the salesfloor, restrooms, cashwrap, backroom, and break area.
• Participate in completing merchandise resets, planograms, marketing displays, physical inventory procedures, and the processing of shipment for the Clinique brand.
• Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.
• Execute other operational tasks as directed.

The Essentials For Success:

• A high school diploma (or equivalent) with 3-4 years of relevant work experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Adherence to the Ulta Beauty dress code, while maintaining a professional appearance
• Demonstrated sales, product and service competency
• The ability to positively and proactively handle guest concerns and prioritizing tasks
• The ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• The ability to work nights and weekends
• A Demonstrator's license is required in Nevada
• A Cosmetology or Estheticians license is required in Maine

Essential Functions:

• On a regular basis, requires the ability to stand, bend and lift 50 pounds of merchandise for a full-scheduled shift

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We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.