Famed for his exquisite craftmanship and innovative designs, Spanish couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga was known as ‘The Master’ of haute couture. An inspiration to those who follow in his footsteps, his work continues to shape fashion today. Haute couture is like an orchestra whose conductor is Balenciaga.
BALENCIAGA Sales Associate | Bloomingdale’s New York
We are currently seeking a Sales Associate who will report to the Store Director.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
The Balenciaga Sales Associate is responsible for providing our customers with top quality service by meeting their individual needs and expectations. This person will serve as a brand expert, promoting both the philosophy and values of Balenciaga.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
- Ensure the achievement of individual sales and store goals, enhancing and developing the business
- Provide an exceptional customer service experience and demonstrate a strong knowledge of the products as well as Balenciaga history and message in accordance with Balenciaga’s client journey
- Maintain an active, accurate, and organized client book with meaningful data you have captured, contact clients regularly and provide appropriate follow-up on all sales or client requests
- Procure information about current trends and fashion history and weave into selling ceremony to discuss with clients and provide advice
- Participate in a team environment; foster open and constructive communication with team members, being always collaborative and proposing effective solutions
- Contribute to the execution of daily operational tasks per company directives
WHO YOU ARE
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within other retail or fashion companies
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment through excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Proven ability to drive results in a selling role, exceeding individual and store goals
- Commercial awareness and strong business acumen through a genuine passion for the fashion industry
- Strategic vision in order to develop the business and high level of personal performance
COMPENSATION
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York, BALENCIAGA includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications. In addition, where a candidate falls within the disclosed range estimate may be dependent on the applicable geographic differential associated with the location in which the position may be filled.
A reasonable estimate of the current hourly range is $18.00 USD to $21.00 USD.
WHY WORK WITH US?
This is an exciting opportunity to join Balenciaga’s Bloomingdale’s New York team as a Sales Associate who will drive the business and contribute to the brand philosophy. We invite you to become part of a team that offers possibilities to learn and grow. Balenciaga is committed to thriving your professional development within the House or in the Kering group. We empower leaders to create, build and sustain high performing teams that excel in execution. We guide every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
Balenciaga is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We believe that diversity in all its forms; race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law, enriches the workplace and our client experience. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome all applications and select our talents based on competencies and in alignment with our brand behaviors. Setting people for success is what we live for, and it is part of our interview process to discuss with you how to excel in our company.
BALENCIAGA Sales and Client Advisor with Keys | Houston Galleria
Summary
We are currently seeking a Sales & Client Advisor with Keys who will report to the Store Director.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
The Sales & Client Advisor with Keys is to aid management in ensuring opening and closing procedures are performed correctly according to company’s policies. Provide customers with top quality service by meeting their needs and expectations.
Job Description
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
General Responsibilities
- Achieve sales goals
- Opening and closing of the store
- Ensure stockroom is organized and is set up properly so staff can easily access merchandise
- Assist management in overseeing day-to-day operations of store
- Work towards balanced strengths in sales, operations, merchandising and personnel management
- Maintain great interpersonal skills to ensure clear, effective communication with all Departments, stores, colleagues and staff
- Ensure that Customer complaints and feedback are handled appropriately and in a timely manner
- Support/follow/implement/enforce store operations manual at all times and provide feedback on any updates/changes that might become necessary
- Enforce all sustainability policies that are implemented by the company both locally and globally
Stock, Inventory & Loss Prevention Management:
- Ensure store shrinkage by partnering with the Stock Associate / Operations Manager / Sales Team through sound operational execution
- Cash Registers & Safe: Ensure that the registers and safe are functioning properly and enforce back of house standards for cash/change accuracy along with timely bank deposits
Visual Management:
- Assist with implementation of visual display and merchandising as directed by the SM/Direct Report according to company’s standards
- Ensure that all company information related to visual standards, received from Store. Manager and Corporate is communicated to the team as needed
Store Maintenance Management:
- Oversee daily cleaning and physical up-keep of the inside and outside the store
- Fixtures, shelving, carpeting, lighting, and supplies: Maintain highest standards in the functioning, presentation and maintenance of store property
- Ensure proper levels of supplies are on hand at all times
WHO YOU ARE
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within other retail or fashion companies
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment through excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Proven ability to drive results in a selling role; exceeding individual and store goals
- Commercial awareness and strong business acumen through a genuine passion for the fashion industry
- Strategic vision in order to develop the business and high level of personal performance
BALENCIAGA Spring 2025 Retail & Product Training Intern | NYC
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
This opportunity will provide you with insight into the NY luxury fashion industry as well as an understanding of our corporate culture and business practices.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
- Assisting the Training Team with the following tasks:
- Compiling our Training App usage data weekly
- Updating Client Experience Evaluations by door
- Support NPS roll out in NYC doors
- Competitive study (categories by department)
- Miscellaneous seasonal projects
- Preparation of training guidelines for New Store Openings
- Compile Product images and information for Training Ambassador Briefs
- Review new Product training related to Collections & Campaigns
- Organize and prepare seasonal training recaps
- Update all Mandatory Training Attendance Lists monthly
- Administrative support duties
WHO YOU ARE
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Power Point
- Detail oriented and task driven
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Comfortable with compiling data metrics
- Strong verbal and written skills
- Able to receive academic credit
- Able to work in our NYC office
COMPENSATION
- $16.00 per hour + academic credit
- Must be able to receive academic credit to be eligible
BALENCIAGA Spring 2025 Retail Buying Intern | NYC
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
This opportunity will provide you with insight into the NY luxury fashion industry as well as an understanding of our corporate culture and business practices.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
- Assisting the Retail Buyers with the following tasks:
- Reporting analysis
- Corrective actions on stock allocations, transfers
- Pricing follow up
- Competitive study (offer, price mapping)
- Miscellaneous seasonal projects
- Preparation of training guidelines/tools for retail stores
- Compile Seasonal Buy Books
- Assist with weekly selling reports and analysis
- Organize and prepare seasonal product recaps
- Administrative support duties
WHO YOU ARE
- Merchandising experience is preferred
- Detail oriented and task driven
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
- Comfortable with numbers and recaps
- Problem solver
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Able to receive academic credit
COMPENSATION
- $16.00 per hour + academic credit
- Must be able to receive academic credit to be eligible