Job Description

ARC Store, an up and coming cosmetics retailer is offering an exciting opportunity for a driven, tech savvy, and ambitious individual to join the Johannesburg team as a Beauty Consultant within their retail store. If you are passionate about cosmetics, are looking to grow your retail career and want to make a positive contribution within a dynamic team environment; we are looking for you!

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the role is to provide an exceptional client experience to maximise sales and profitability; to ensure that operating standards are executed and maintained, and to build and enhance the retailer brand image.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

MAXIMISE TURNOVER, PROFIT AND PRODUCTIVITY

Achieve monthly and annual sales targets

Assist in setting up and driving sales at events/launches/retailer activities

Provide feedback on sales/customer related issues or concerns timeously

BRAND MANAGEMENT

Monitor competitor activity, stay up to date with current industry trends

Ensure that hygiene and safety standards are maintained according to retailer requirements at all times

Adhere to and maintain brand standards at all times

STOCK MANAGEMENT, MERCHANDISING AND STORE OPERATIONS

Ensure that stock is merchandised according to merchandising guidelines

Report out of stocks to line manager daily to drive sales and maintain an exceptional client experience

Stock administration, stockloss prevention, stock level control and management

Implementation and adherence to operating procedures and policies at all times

Asset control and security

Point of sale

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

Provide an exceptional and consistent client experience to all clients

Uphold and reinforce the Client journey and experience standards

Build relationships, loyalty and inspire confidence in clients by providing cosmetics services

Use expert knowledge and skills when demonstrating products (make-up, skincare and fragrances) to clients

Share make-up, skincare and fragrance tips, expert knowledge, current trends and provide customers with a personalised, educational experience

Drive increased customer data base (attraction of NEW customers)

TEAMWORK

Work in collaboration with other colleagues and stakeholders to ensure a harmonious working environment, contribute to the execution of the overall sales operational plan, participate in and support all events and hold each other accountable

Support and assist new team members with onboarding and orientation

Ensure that exceptional; consistent standards are maintained

Live the company values; conduct oneself with integrity at all times

ADMINISTRATION

Daily tracking sheets/reports completed and submitted as required

Implementation of CRM processes

Retail reports and updates as required

COMPETENCIES

y Deciding and Initiating Action

y Working with People

y Relating & Networking

y Adhering to Principles and Values

y Persuading and Influencing

y Planning and Organising

y Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations

y Coping with pressure and setbacks

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Matric certificate

At least 3 years cosmetics experience (Make-up, skincare and fragrances) within a retail environment

Make-up artistry experience is advantageous

Certificate in Beauty/Make-Up is advantageous

Must be able to demonstrate expert knowledge and current industry trends

Must be a team player, an active learner and problem-solver

Must be willing to work weekends and shifts as required

Must have own transport

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/08/08