Beauty Sales – Beauty Rituals

Nordstrom

Beauty sales associate creating personalized makeup and skincare experiences at Nordstrom, a fast-moving fashion company. Driving in-store and digital beauty sales while building customer loyalty and supporting events.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeBethesda • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $21 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in makeup application and skincare analysis while effectively engaging customers to drive sales and build loyalty. Maintains a strong understanding of beauty trends and products, ensuring a welcoming and organized environment for customers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Makeup ApplicationSkincare AnalysisCustomer EngagementSales Goal AchievementBeauty Trends Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Makeup ApplicationSkincare AnalysisSales ManagementProduct RecommendationAppointment Booking

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceEmpathyMultitaskingOrganizationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Social MediaSelling ToolsNordstrom Rewards Program

Industry Keywords

Beauty BrandsCustomer LoyaltyIn-Store EventsBeauty TrendsProduct Knowledge

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct makeup applications and skincare analyses, and recommend products based on customers' beauty goals
Engage customers to understand their needs and maximize sales of on-trend and luxury beauty brands
Build a customer following both in-store and digitally
Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming and inclusive customer environment
Set and achieve in-store and digital selling goals using selling tools, including text and social media
Book appointments and drive sales for in-store Beauty events and services
Maintain department organization and cleanliness
Keep current with beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through Nordstrom and brand-partner training
Manage sales, refunds, and exchanges
Build customer loyalty by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare
Ability to connect with customers, proactively handle concerns, and contribute to a positive team environment
Empathy and respect for all customers during makeup and skincare applications
Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in networking and technology
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
Continuous movement for 6–8 hours per shift, including frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing, and reaching
Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
Ability to handle bulky and awkwardly shaped items and lift them above the head
Ability to regularly lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
Performance-based incentives/bonuses may be available
401k
PTO accruals
Holidays