Holt Renfrew Sales Associate
- Location
- Mississauga Ontario Canada
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Sales Associate position at Holt Renfrew, Mississauga — luxury women's footwear retail role with commission-based compensation and premium benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Consistently deliver exceptional service to all customers while maintaining brand standards
- Exceed all sales and service goals and targets through strategic client engagement
- Build and cultivate a loyal personal client base through targeted acquisition, development, and retention of clientele
- Attend all educational sessions including product knowledge, vendor training, and Holt Renfrew seminars to remain current on collections and trends
- Perform floor recovery, visual merchandising, price changes, and related sales support tasks
- Communicate regularly with personal clients via phone, mail, and electronic channels regarding in-store events, merchandise requests, sales follow-up, and special occasions
- Resolve customer service issues and collaborate with selling management on matters outside established guidelines
- Comply with all Health & Safety policies, privacy regulations, and cybersecurity measures
- Leverage social media and multiple technology channels to strengthen existing relationships and drive new client acquisition
- Proactively share curated merchandise recommendations aligned with individual client fashion preferences
Qualifications
- Minimum 4+ years of demonstrated experience in a commission-based luxury sales environment
- Consistent sales performance with proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales quotas
- Broad product knowledge across multiple merchandise categories
- Strong understanding of current and emerging trends in fashion
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holiday availability
- Highly collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively with others in a team-oriented environment
- Proficiency with social media platforms and technology-enabled customer relationship tools
- Proactive approach to staying informed on new merchandise deliveries and market opportunities
Skills
Experience
Minimum 4+ years of commission-based luxury sales experience required, with consistent demonstrated results in achieving and exceeding sales quotas. Prior experience in a luxury retail environment selling high-end merchandise across multiple product categories is essential.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in fashion, retail management, or related field is preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, with easy access to Toronto.
Benefits
Competitive total compensation, generous employee discount, pension plan, health and dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development opportunities.
About Cerulean
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