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 agreed store sales KPIs focused on sales, ATV, UPT, conversion and CRM.
• Understand daily and weekly business and KPI objectives, along with the KPI reporting required by the host store and company.
• Assist with boutique reporting as needed.
• Approach and assist every customer to achieve sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, delivering 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.
• Attend key company training sessions.
• Maintain back-of-house areas to a high standard in support of the sales floor.
• Keep the counter clean, neat 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 company dress code and grooming guidelines.
• Maintain good relationships with Diptyque colleagues and follow company and host-store rules and policies.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Excellent customer-service skills and confidence interacting with the public.
• Self-motivated, focused and able to use initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Impeccable grooming and an appearance suited to the company and host store.
• Available to work full-time with flexible hours, including Saturdays and some Sundays.
• Assertive, dynamic and positive, with a can-do attitude.

Skills

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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