Retail Sales Associate
Thélios (Barton Perreira) seeks a Retail Sales Associate in Aspen, CO — full‑time luxury eyewear sales role, $50,000–$75,000 per year.
Overview
Thélios is the LVMH Group's dedicated eyewear house, designing, producing and distributing sunglasses and optical frames for prestigious Maisons while developing its own proprietary labels such as Barton Perreira and Vuarnet. The company blends artisanal craftsmanship with industrial know‑how and operates within the high standards of the larger LVMH luxury ecosystem.
Role & Responsibilities
- Welcome clients and create a comfortable, brand‑appropriate boutique experience while educating them about Barton Perreira collections.
- Develop and nurture long‑term client relationships to drive retention and repeat business.
- Achieve individual and store sales targets, maximizing units per transaction and average transaction value.
- Integrate deep product knowledge into the sales process to articulate craftsmanship, materials and fit.
- Maintain boutique presentation and visual merchandising standards; assist with general housekeeping to preserve store image.
- Adhere to company policies, loss‑prevention procedures and point‑of‑sale protocols.
- Perform additional duties and ad‑hoc tasks as required by store leadership.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of retail sales experience; experience in eyewear, jewelry or luxury fashion strongly preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with proven negotiation and presentation ability.
- Self‑starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, strong client focus and genuine passion for eyewear and quality design.
- Flexible availability including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Optician license or certification preferred but not required.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in client interactions and business decisions.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level retail experience required (minimum one year), ideally within luxury eyewear, jewelry or fashion. Demonstrated track record of meeting individual sales targets is preferred.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; formal retail or luxury brand training (or optician certification) is advantageous.
Culture
Thélios operates at the intersection of technical excellence and couture aesthetics, partnering with leading Maisons while nurturing its own brands. The workplace emphasizes craftsmanship, client‑centric service and collaborative creativity within the rigorous standards of the LVMH luxury network.