Holt Renfrew Retail Associate
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Selective Retailing & Department Stores
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Holt Renfrew Sales Associate, Toronto: Build client relationships and drive luxury sales in a commission-based role with competitive benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, consultative service to all customers and consistently exceed sales and service targets
- Develop and retain a personal client base through strategic acquisition of new customers and cultivation of existing clients
- Build personal brand and leverage social media platforms to promote fashion expertise and drive client acquisition
- Attend all training sessions on product knowledge, vendor offerings, and company initiatives
- Perform floor recovery, visual merchandising, price changes, and sales support tasks as needed
- Communicate proactively with personal clients via phone, email, and mail regarding new merchandise, in-store events, sales follow-ups, and special occasions
- Resolve customer service issues within policy guidelines and escalate complex matters to management
- Maintain compliance with all Health & Safety, privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory policies
- Execute other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Minimum 4+ years of experience in commission-based luxury sales environments
- Demonstrated consistent sales performance and history of achieving and exceeding sales quotas
- Comprehensive product knowledge across multiple merchandise categories
- Strong understanding of current and emerging fashion trends
- Proven ability to use digital channels and multiple communication platforms to strengthen client relationships
- Excellent collaborative and team-oriented work style
- Proactive approach to staying informed on new merchandise deliveries and maximizing selling opportunities
Skills
Experience
Minimum 4+ years in a commission-based luxury sales environment with demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales quotas. The candidate must possess a proven track record of building and maintaining high-value client relationships, strong product knowledge across multiple merchandise categories, and proficiency in leveraging digital and social media channels for client acquisition and retention.
Education
No specific educational requirements stated.
Workplace
This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Benefits
Competitive total compensation (commission-based), generous employee discount, pension plan, health and dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development opportunities.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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