Beauty Advisor/Artist Sales Associate_Kilian Paris_ Full Time_Bloomingdale’s 59th_ NYC

Job Overview: Beauty Advisor / Artist Sales Associate (Kilian Paris)

Kilian Paris, a prestige fragrance house under the Estée Lauder Companies, is seeking a dynamic Beauty Advisor/Artist for their counter at the iconic Bloomingdale’s 59th Street flagship in NYC. This role is designed for a storyteller—someone who can combine the “art of perfumery” with technical sales expertise to create an inspirational and personalized shopping experience.

You will act as a brand ambassador for one of the most provocative and luxurious fragrance brands in the world, ensuring that every customer interaction is as sophisticated as the scents themselves.

Key Responsibilities & Brand Experience

Personalized Artistry & Sales

• Inspirational Service: Provide authentic, high-touch consultations that educate customers on the unique olfactory narratives of Kilian Paris.

• Technical Expertise: Demonstrate a deep understanding of fragrance notes, longevity, and application techniques to delight a discerning clientele.

• KPI Driven: Work as part of a high-performing team to meet and exceed sales targets through proactive customer engagement.

Store Operations & Visuals

• Event Impact: Assist in the planning and execution of in-store events to drive traffic and brand awareness.

• Merchandising Standards: Maintain impeccable visual merchandising standards to ensure the Kilian Paris counter stands out against competitors in a fast-paced luxury environment.

• Point-of-Sale: Efficiently manage transactions using retail POS software.

Qualifications & Requirements

Skills & Experience

• Expertise Level: While professional retail certification is desirable, amateur-level applicants are welcome if they can demonstrate a high level of creative and technical expertise in beauty or fragrance.

• Service Mindset: A proven ability to provide personalized, “white-glove” customer service.

• Technical Literacy: Previous experience with retail point-of-sale (POS) systems.

Operational Flexibility

• Schedule: Ability to work retail hours, including days, nights, weekends, and special events.

• Environment: Thrive in the high-energy, fast-paced atmosphere of a major New York City flagship department store.

• Eligibility: Must provide proof of the right to live and work in the U.S.

Why Join Estée Lauder Companies & Kilian Paris?

• Career Progression: This is a “progressive career opportunity” and a potential first step into a long-term career with a global leader in prestige beauty.

• Training & Development: Access to industry-leading training programs to refine your sales and artistry skills.

• Inclusive Culture: Join a company that deeply values diversity of thought and people.

• Remuneration: Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package associated with a major global corporation.
  

  The Company & Culture The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is a global titan in prestige beauty, housing a “house of brands” including MAC, Clinique, La Mer, and Jo Malone London. Its culture is a unique blend of family heritage and high-stakes corporate ambition. As a family-founded business, it maintains values of “high-touch” service and long-term commitment, often described as a “prestige environment” that demands professional excellence. In 2026, the culture is increasingly defined by its “Beauty Reimagined” strategy—a pivot toward agility, speed-to-market, and a heavy investment in AI to compete with lean, social-media-born startups. While employees often praise the premium amenities and “surrounding yourself with smart people,” the atmosphere is known to be meeting-heavy and process-driven, with success often tied to navigating internal politics and brand-specific leadership.

  The Location ELC is anchored at its iconic global headquarters at 767 Fifth Avenue (The General Motors Building), overlooking Central Park in Midtown Manhattan.

  • The Midtown Hub: This “Power Address” houses the executive leadership, global marketing, and creative departments. It is a high-profile site that reflects the company’s luxury status.

  • Long Island Connection: Many technical and research roles are based in Melville and Islandia, NY, which serve as the company’s R&D and manufacturing heart. For NYC-based corporate staff, the Fifth Avenue office is the primary “anchor” for collaboration.