Business Manager (Full Time - 5 Days/ 40 hours per week)(FTC, 12 Months) - Harrods Knightsbridge

HOURGLASS COSMETICS – Business Manager (Full Time - 5 Days/ 40 hours per week) (FTC, 12 Months)

Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free brand that exists at the revolutionary intersection of science, beauty, and luxury. Established in 2004, Hourglass is known for its breakthrough formulations, technological innovations, and unwavering commitment to reinvention. Following its debut at Barneys New York, the brand has expanded into Bergdorf Goodman, Sephora, Nordstrom, and Space NK in the U.S. and into 4,600 doors worldwide. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website hourglasscosmetics.com.

WHAT YOU DO:

• Achieve sales goals while delivering the highest levels of client service
• Present and sell merchandise in a professional manner through expert makeup applications
• Develop client base with thorough and consistent follow up protocols
• Manage all counter systems: daily sales analysis, assist with product orders, manage tester replacement and product rtv on a monthly basis
• Submit monthly counter schedule and manage 30-hour resident makeup artist
• Partner with supervisor to plan seasonal strategies, including store events
• Act as brand ambassador, developing relationships within cosmetic department and entire store

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

• A wealth of experience
• In-depth understanding of how to efficiently brand manage a modern luxury brand.
• Exposure and experience working senior leadership.
• Build strong relationships with retailer and customers.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF:

• Strong communicator and collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with all customers and members of the organization.
• Inspirational makeup artist: You are a great makeup artist that has a proven track record in coaching to deliver high performance and is able to connect artistry and selling. 
• Results-oriented: You are a strong seller. You have a bias for action.
• Curious: You have a genuine interest and personal passion for beauty, luxury, design & art.
• You are PASSIONATE about beauty: You are eager to learn and absorb all things related to beauty and how to build a counter business.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in retail cosmetics management
• Excellent skills as a makeup artist and sales person
• Exhibit effective communication skills with clients, peers and management
• Analysis of sales results, forecasts and promotional planning
• Ability to use a computer keyboard, standard telephone and other related business equipment
• Availability to work weekends is required
• Previous clientele a plus

Your application will be stored in our system/CRM/etc for maximum 1 year after the date of your application. If you don’t want us to keep your details, please inform us by phone at 310-392-7799.