Beauty Advisor

Beauty Advisor

Full Time Houston, TX, US

27 days ago Requisition

$500 SIGN ON BONUS AFTER SIX MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT!

International Shoppes is all about delivering the best service and product assortment to the traveling public since 1951.

We are currently located in New York's JFK International Airport;
Terminals 1 and 5, Washington DC's Dulles International Airport;
Terminal B, Baltimore's International Thurgood Marshall Airport;
Concourse A-B, Connecticut's Bradley International Airport;
Main Terminal, Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport;
Terminal D and our newly acquired operations, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu and Kahului Airport (OGG) in Maui.

As a Beauty Advisor at International Shoppes located in George Bush International Airport, TX, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the customer experience by providing expert advice on beauty products and services. Your primary goal is to understand customer needs and preferences to recommend suitable products that enhance their personal style and confidence. You will be responsible for maintaining an inviting and well‑organized retail environment that reflects the brand’s standards and values.

This role requires staying current with the latest beauty trends, product knowledge, and industry innovations to effectively educate and engage customers.

Ultimately, your efforts will contribute to driving sales growth, building customer loyalty, and elevating the overall reputation of the retail location.

Perks & Benefits

• Full Time 40 hours/week
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, 401K
• Merchandise Discounts
• Commission available
• Paid time off and vacations
• Great work environment

• Greet clients and engage them to ascertain their needs and/or wants.
• Assist with finding merchandise and recommend additional merchandise or alternatives based on the clients’ needs.
• Ensure highest level of customer service resulting in increased productivity and achieving sales goals.
• Monitor stock levels, report any issues to Counter Manager to ensure sufficient stock.
• Demonstrate make‑up, skincare, and fragrance knowledge while describing the results and benefits to the client.
• Propose and demonstrate personalized product offers on fragrance, make‑up and skincare.
• Maintain cleanliness of testers, fixtures, accessories and report any problems to the appropriate management team member.
• Maintain security standards to ensure safety of clients, colleagues and merchandise.
• Set up and maintain promotions.
• Assist with maintaining stock levels of brand merchandise.
• Light cleaning of shelves, counters, and tables.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Proven knowledge and selling experience with cosmetics, skincare, and fragrances.
• Minimum of one (1) year of previous customer service or selling experience in luxury (preferred).
• Experience working in a retail fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (active listening, verbal communication, assertiveness).
• Bi‑lingual skills a plus (Arabic, Chinese, French, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Turkish).

• Travel required for brand trainings held by vendors and International Shoppes.
• Must be flexible with schedule; evenings, weekends and holidays are mandatory.
• Must present professional appearance while interacting with clients.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Adaptable to novelty and change, with eager to learn.
• Participation in semi‑annual inventory required.
• Must pass airport security background check.

Valid passport required, subject to international or domestic travel.

The required skills such as strong communication and interpersonal abilities are essential for effectively engaging with customers and understanding their beauty needs. Proficiency with POS systems ensures smooth and accurate transaction processing, contributing to a positive shopping experience. Knowledge of beauty products and trends allows the advisor to provide informed recommendations and build customer trust. Preferred skills like multilingualism and cosmetology training enhance the ability to serve a diverse clientele and offer expert advice.

Together, these skills enable the Beauty Advisor to create a welcoming environment, drive sales, and foster long‑term customer relationships.

Great opportunity to work for and be trained by great brands.

To ensure that we continue to hire competent, ethical and trustworthy individuals, all candidates will be required to complete a thorough security background check prior to receiving any final offer of employment from International Shoppes.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must be available to work weekends and holidays. Opening and closing shifts are required.