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.

Diptyque seeks a full-time Sales Assistant on Bond Street, London, to maximise retail sales, deliver impeccable customer service and represent the brand as a luxury ambassador. The role covers sales and CRM KPIs, customer relationship-building, events, reporting, product knowledge, visual animations and boutique standards; flexible hours include Saturdays and some Sundays.

Role & Responsibilities

• Achieve agreed store sales KPIs covering sales, ATV, UPT, conversion and CRM.
• Understand daily and weekly business objectives and KPI targets, as well as reporting requirements for the host store and company.
• Assist with boutique reporting as needed.
• Approach and assist every customer to support sales targets, building strong customer relationships and delivering impeccable service.
• Work with the team on in-store and off-site events as required.
• Keep product knowledge up to date, including key trends, promotions and launches.
• Attend key company training sessions.
• Maintain back-of-house areas to a high standard in support of the sales floor, and keep the counter clean and tidy.
• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of visual animations in the store and windows, 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 host store cash-handling guidelines, company dress code and grooming guidelines, and all company and host store rules and policies.
• Maintain good relationships with Diptyque colleagues.

Qualifications

• Passion for fragrance, beauty and luxury retail, with previous experience in these areas.
• Proven sales record and a sales-focused approach.
• Strong people, performance and management skills.
• Highly developed customer service skills and confidence interacting with the public.
• Self-motivated, focused and able to use initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain expert grooming standards and an appearance appropriate to the company and host store.
• Available to work full-time with flexible hours, including Saturdays and some Sundays.
• Assertive and dynamic, with a positive, can-do attitude.

Skills

Experience

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

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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