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Specialty Beauty Advisor - Clinique

Fargo, ND · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and the Clinique brand to the Ulta Beauty guest and support the Experience Manager (EM) through a focus on performance (service/retail ...

Specialty Beauty Advisor - Clinique

Naples, FL · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Collaborate with managers and associates throughout the store to help grow the business ... Adhere to the Ulta Beauty and Clinique brand dress code, including wearing brand assets as directed.

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How much do clinique manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinique manager in the United States is $59,525.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Clinique Manager vs Beauty Advisor?

AspectClinique ManagerBeauty Advisor
CredentialsTypically requires cosmetology or skincare certifications, management experienceCosmetology or skincare certifications often preferred, less managerial experience needed
Work EnvironmentOversees store operations, manages staff, handles inventoryAssists customers, provides product recommendations, performs skincare consultations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in retail stores, department stores, skincare brandsCommon in retail beauty counters, department stores, skincare brands
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing managerial roles in skincare retailIndividuals seeking customer-facing beauty roles

The Clinique Manager focuses on store management, staff supervision, and operational duties, requiring management experience and relevant certifications. In contrast, a Beauty Advisor primarily interacts directly with customers, providing skincare advice and product recommendations. Both roles are integral to skincare retail environments but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

What are Clinique Managers?

Clinique Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing retail operations at Clinique counters or stores, typically within department stores or standalone locations. They lead and motivate a team of beauty consultants, ensure excellent customer service, manage inventory, and drive sales of Clinique skincare and cosmetic products. Clinique Managers also implement company promotions, train staff on product knowledge, and maintain brand standards to enhance the customer experience. Their role is vital for achieving sales targets and fostering a positive, knowledgeable environment for both staff and customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Clinique Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinique Manager, you need strong retail management experience, product knowledge in skincare and cosmetics, and a background in sales or beauty, often supported by certifications in cosmetology or esthetics. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and client booking platforms is crucial. Outstanding leadership, customer service, and communication skills help build team motivation and foster client loyalty. These abilities are essential for achieving sales targets, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, and maintaining smooth store operations.

How does a Clinique Manager balance team leadership with meeting sales targets?

A Clinique Manager is responsible for both guiding their team to provide exceptional customer service and achieving sales goals set by the company. Balancing these priorities often involves coaching staff on product knowledge and sales techniques, creating an engaging work environment, and monitoring performance metrics closely. Managers typically schedule regular team meetings, provide individual feedback, and collaborate with regional leaders to implement new strategies. This dual focus ensures that customer satisfaction and business objectives are both consistently met.
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Specialty Beauty Advisor - Clinique

Specialty Beauty Advisor - Clinique

Ulta Beauty

Woodstock, GA • On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Ulta Beauty rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 996 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 23 rated health and beauty retailers


Job description

OVERVIEW
Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences-for true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta Beauty, we're transforming the world one shade, one lash, one cut at a time. Because beauty is powerful.
If you seek greater purpose-a place of vision, mission, and lived values-where voices are heard, contributions valued and recognized and growth opportunities abound, consider Ulta Beauty. Nowhere else are the possibilities quite this beautiful.
GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE
The Specialty Beauty Advisor - Clinique (SBA - Clinique) is responsible for maximizing sales in the Clinique brand (including color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance) by engaging guests to determine their individual needs, assisting guests in the selection and purchase of merchandise, and maintaining overall store standards, including cleanliness and replenishment. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and the Clinique brand to the Ulta Beauty guest and support the Experience Manager (EM) through a focus on performance (service/retail sales and in-store events), people (guest service and associate culture), and process (operating procedures and compliance standards). This position requires a passion for the beauty industry, exceptional guest service, and the aptitude to learn and communicate product knowledge.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Job Functions)
The SBA - Clinique is a champion of Ulta Beauty's mission, vision, and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned):
Performance
  • Meet or exceed Clinique brand sales and clientele goals and contribute to meeting or exceeding the store's goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), omni-channel, and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty.
  • Ensure that each guest receives exceptional service by greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service to their needs, offering samples, and recommending complementary products and/or services.
  • Perform makeup applications, skincare analysis, and product demonstrations with guests.
  • Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on sales goals for the Clinique brand and the store.
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships and active contact with a growing customer list for Clinique brand sales by interfacing with existing customer base, maintaining active contact with a growing preferred customer list, and follow up on guest inquiries.
  • Inform all guests of current promotions, events, and services within the store.
  • Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing products and services during work time and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better service guests.
  • Maintain prompt, regular attendance.

People
  • Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and the internal and external guests served.
  • Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests on the salesfloor.
  • Maintain strong relationships with Clinique brand partners through participation in required trainings and the execution of in-store events and promotions.
  • Collaborate with managers and associates throughout the store to help grow the business.
  • Regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive Clinique brand sales performance.

Process
  • Be knowledgeable of and ensure adherence to Ulta Beauty's policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Adhere to the Ulta Beauty and Clinique brand dress code, including wearing brand assets as directed.
  • Drive sales by keeping assigned work area replenished, signed, and faced, and ensuring testers are available and maintained in compliance with hygiene standards.
  • Maintain outstanding store operational standards, including ensuring all merchandise, testers, and demonstration stations are set to company standard, and maintaining cleanliness of the Clinique brand area, and any additional assigned area, including the salesfloor, restrooms, cashwrap, backroom, and break area.
  • Participate in completing merchandise resets, planograms, marketing displays, physical inventory procedures, and the processing of shipment for the Clinique brand.
  • Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.
  • Execute other operational tasks as directed.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
  • High school diploma is preferred
  • Cosmetology or demonstrator license where required by state law
Experience
  • Cosmetics artistry experience preferred
Skills
  • Demonstrates significant competency in sales, products, and service.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to positively and proactively handle guest concerns and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Attend brand sponsored trainings

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Frequent mobility during shift
  • Frequent standing, bending, pulling, pushing, reaching, and twisting during shift
  • Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift
  • Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift
If an associate has a disability that prevents them from performing an essential function of the job, the Company will engage in the interactive process with the associate to determine whether there is a reasonable accommodation that will enable the associate to perform the essential functions of the job.
Ulta Beauty is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based upon race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles like braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including assumptions about a person's appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status (including honorable discharge from military service), reproductive health decisions, familial status, refugee status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status of an individual.
ABOUT
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty's own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring-hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

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