Diptyque Sales Assistant

About Diptyque

Founded in Paris in 1961 by Christiane Montadre-Gautrot, Desmond Knox-Leet and Yves Coueslant, Diptyque is a fragrance and lifestyle maison distinguished by its artistic heritage, imaginative storytelling and exacting craftsmanship. From its historic boutique at 34 Boulevard Saint-Germain, the house has cultivated an international presence through perfumes, scented candles and objects for the home. As an employer, Diptyque brings together talents across fragrance development, design, retail and corporate functions, united by an appreciation for beauty and the sensory experience. Its distinctive universe offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a Parisian maison where creativity, attention to detail and thoughtful client relationships underpin the brand’s identity.

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver the store’s agreed sales KPIs, focused on sales, ATV, UPT, conversion and CRM.
• Understand daily and weekly business objectives and KPI requirements, including reporting for the host store and Diptyque; assist with boutique reporting as needed.
• Approach and assist every customer to achieve sales targets, maintain strong customer relationships and deliver impeccable service.
• Work with the team on in-store and off-site events as required.
• Stay up to date on product knowledge, key trends, promotions and launches, and attend company training sessions.
• Maintain back-of-house areas to a high standard that supports the sales floor, and keep the counter clean and tidy.
• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of in-store and window visual animations, including seasonal campaigns and gift wrapping.
• Record and monitor sales, customer contacts and requirements.
• Assist the Counter Manager with duties and additional tasks as required.
• Follow the host store’s cash-handling guidelines.
• Adhere to the company dress code and grooming guidelines.
• Maintain good relationships with Diptyque colleagues and comply with company and host store rules and policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Deep knowledge of the brand, its products and storytelling, aligned with brand values.
• Confidence speaking for 45 minutes, encouraging questions and answering them.
• A hospitable, engaging and professional manner; generous and welcoming with others.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to guide discussions without rushing.
• Passion for fragrance, beauty and luxury retail, with previous experience in these areas.
• Sales-focused, with a proven sales record.
• Strong people and performance management skills.
• Highly developed customer-service skills and confidence interacting with the general public.
• Self-motivated, focused and able to use initiative.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills.
• Consistently well-groomed, with an appearance that reflects the company and host store.
• Available to work full-time with flexible hours, including Saturdays and some Sundays.
• Assertive, dynamic and consistently positive, with a can-do attitude.

Skills

Experience

Previous fragrance, beauty or luxury retail experience; a proven sales record.

Workplace

Culture

Diptyque’s workplace culture is shaped by its Parisian artistic heritage, combining creative expression with a meticulous approach to fragrance, design and storytelling. Across its métiers, the Maison places emphasis on curiosity, craftsmanship and attention to detail, inviting employees to bring its distinctive universe to life through thoughtful client experiences.

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