Paris, France On-site Full-time

De Beers Group is hiring an Assistant Store Manager

Responsibilities

  • Support the Store Manager in leading the store's sales efforts, develop strategies to increase sales, and build strong relationships with VIP clientele.
  • Implement action plans to develop sales for each product category and clientele.
  • Assist in hiring, training, and motivating staff to achieve sales goals and maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Provide continuous coaching to ensure deep product knowledge, refined service behaviours, and alignment with both brand and department store standards.
  • Foster a culture of excellence through regular touchpoints, performance guidance, and clear objectives.
  • Ensure accurate inventory levels, optimize stock mix and levels to reflect sales trends, and maintain merchandise presentation standards.
  • Oversee department store operations, control costs, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Support and prepare detailed sales reports and contribute to business reviews, providing insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and drive store success.
  • Champion a warm, sophisticated, and personalised client journey.
  • Resolve complex client matters with discretion and poise, while equipping the team with the skills and confidence to deliver consistently exceptional service in a dynamic department store environment.
  • Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure displays reflect the brand's spirit of excellence.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and store presentation.
  • Adapt displays to department store guidelines while preserving the maison’s identity and storytelling.
  • Serve as a true ambassador of the maison, nurturing strong relationships with department store leadership, personal shoppers and teams to maximise visibility and commercial opportunity.
  • Stay attuned to the local luxury landscape, competitor activity, and client trends to support agile, informed decision‑making.

Requirements

  • Support the Store Manager in leading store operations and driving sales growth.
  • Ensure exceptional customer service and uphold the brand's prestigious reputation.
  • Assist in managing day-to-day business operations.
  • Actively participate on the selling floor and take initiative in sales efforts.
  • Set clear expectations for staff and communicate sales targets and strategies.
  • Provide comprehensive training and foster a collaborative work environment.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy and optimize stock levels based on sales trends.
  • Oversee administrative operations and ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Prepare sales reports and contribute to business reviews with actionable insights.
  • Champion a personalized and sophisticated client experience.
  • Resolve complex client issues with discretion and professionalism.
  • Maintain visual merchandising and store presentation standards.
  • Represent the brand as an ambassador within the department store environment.

Nice to Have

  • Innovate through creative in-store marketing and promotional activities.
  • Adapt sales strategies to the local trading environment.
  • Seek new possibilities for customer engagement.
  • Foster collaboration within the team and celebrate shared achievements.
  • Build strong relationships within the local community and with department store partners.

Work Arrangement

On-site — Paris

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De Beers Group
World's leading diamond company with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, focusing on diamond exploration, recovery, and sustainability
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