Beauty Advisor (Cosmetics Sales)
びようぶいん（けしょうひんはんばい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Cosmetics Sales Clerks
Summary
A service position that solves customers' skin concerns through cosmetics sales and counseling, providing optimal beauty proposals.
Description
Beauty Advisors (Cosmetics Sales) interview customers about their skin types and needs at department stores or cosmetics specialty stores, propose and sell skincare and makeup products. They provide advice on product usage and beauty knowledge, building ongoing customer relationships. Additionally, tasks include sales promotion and inventory management to achieve sales targets, as well as training on new products. Communication skills, service spirit, and continuous updating of specialized knowledge are essential.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of beauty demand due to an aging society and increasing beauty awareness among younger generations, stable job openings are expected to continue. On the other hand, with advancements in technologies such as online sales and AI skin diagnosis, there is a demand for specialized knowledge combined with the ability to provide customer experiences using digital tools.
Personality Traits
Able to provide bright and polite customer service / Attentive to others / Has interest or passion for beauty / Has motivation for self-improvement
Work Style
Department Store / Full-time / Shift / Standing Work / With Quota
Career Path
Junior Beauty Advisor → Senior Beauty Advisor → Chief/Leader → Instructor/Trainer → Store Manager → Brand Manager
Required Skills
Beauty Ingredients Knowledge / Communication Skills (Customer Service) / Counseling / Makeup Techniques / Sales Analysis and Inventory Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Foreign Language Customer Service) / Leadership / Makeup Demonstration Techniques / SNS Marketing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss subtle product application irregularities or skin changes. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately draw out customers' needs and make appropriate proposals. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To constantly update knowledge of new products and ingredients. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and demonstrations. |
| Stress Tolerance | Tolerance for pressure from sales targets and complaint handling is necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Beauty Advisor Certification
- Beauty Coordinator Certification
- Cosmetics Ingredients Certification
- Makeup Technology Certification
Aliases
- Beauty Advisor
- Beauty Consultant
- Cosme Advisor
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