Account Executive - DC
USA:, US, USA:22102
Job Location:
Washington, D.C.
About La Prairie:
La Prairie is the leader in luxury skincare, fulfilling a quest for timeless beauty. Highest standards of advanced technology is combined with exquisite formulations and elegant packaging, elevating skincare to art.
You will love working here!
At La Prairie, people are our greatest strength. We have created an environment where everyone can make a beautiful impact. We foster engaging interactions and a sense of community by building meaningful connections with our colleagues and with the company.
The La Prairie team is a group of talented individuals that inspire, exude creativity and demonstrate critical thinking. La Prairie is an employer of choice within the luxury sector, offering a collaborative environment and an elevated experience of working. Through people-focused initiatives and our continued enhancements to benefit offerings, we stay ambitious and help employees thrive at work.
La Prairie's Core Values - Passion + Care + Entrepreneurship + Excellence - are at the heart of our successful organization. These ideals are the foundation for our people-centric culture.
Job Scope:
As the Account Executive you are directly responsible for achieving or exceeding the planned retail sales goals in assigned doors for the DC Metro, Virginia, Maryland, and Philadelphia regions, through development in store teams, and execution of special events.
You will create a beautiful impact by:
- Meeting regularly with store counter Beauty Advisors and management teams to discuss opportunities and concerns relating to retail sales, inventory, staffing, and sales promotions.
- Tracking retail sales against target goal andidentifyingopportunities for increased sales within a territory whileproactively takingcorrective action to drive optimal results.
- Coaching and monitoring Beauty Advisors to ensure they align with La Prairie standards.
- Lead comprehensive training and motivations of both intersell and line assigned in store for all products and promotions.
- Selling by example for all Beauty Advisors, Beauty Specialists, and freelancers.
- Recruiting, coaching, and managing counters. Keeping a 'bench' of people available to fill open positions.
- Work with the Education Team to ensure designated trainings, and consistent coachingare conducted and available to each Beauty Advisor.
- Communicating effectively and regularly with Leadership and Development teams to relay needs, share results, and contribute ideas.
To be our next creative and audacious talent you will need:
- 3+ years of retail skincare sales experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge and comfort with highly priced andprestige products.
- High energy level.
- Flexibility as schedules and events are constantly changing.
Your journey with us will be unique and rewarding:
Professional Development:
La Prairie is committed to supporting the growth of our team members. We offer access to formal and informal learning programs, mentorship opportunities, and consistent feedback loop that will help you to continue honing your skills.
La Prairie Benefit Highlights:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance. We care about the wellbeing of our employees and pay majority of the premiums for these benefits.
- Commuter and Transit programs to help you save on taxes.
- 401k Plan with a substantial employer match.
- Pension plan - 100% company paid.
- Life insurance and disability benefits.
- Employee discounts on a variety of services, including childcare and pet insurance.
- Generous paid time off policies to include vacation, sick and personal, floating holidays, and corporate holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
La Prairie created a diverse and inclusive team by building an open, safe, trusting, and accepting culture. We believe that diversity in our talents is the strength of our house and we are supporting professional equality for everyone. We welcome applicants with and from diverse backgrounds.
The World of La Prairie is just a few clicks away:
- Apply through LinkedIn or La Prairie Career website at www.laprairiegroup.ch
- Please attach a resume and a cover letter.