Fragrance Specialist (Keyholder)

OVERVIEW

The ideal candidate is confident in a sales-driven environment and brings a strong ability to guide customers through a personalized fragrance experience. This role requires initiative, product intuition, and the ability to operate independently while delivering consistent results.

You will take ownership of the full sales process—from initial engagement through final transaction—while maintaining a polished and well-presented store environment. This position includes keyholder responsibilities during assigned shifts.

A DAY IN THE ROLE…

• Engage customers and confidently guide them through fragrance discovery
• Recommend products based on preferences, scent profiles, and use cases
• Build trust through clear, confident, and personalized recommendations
• Take ownership of the full sales process, including completing transactions at the point of sale
• Contribute to overall sales performance through thoughtful product pairing and upselling
• Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready sales floor
• Operate independently while maintaining store standards and service expectations

KEYHOLDER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Open and close the store in accordance with company procedures
• Maintain accountability for store operations during assigned shifts
• Ensure proper cash handling, security, and adherence to company standards
• Address customer concerns professionally and escalate when appropriate

YOU’LL EXCEL IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE…

• Previous retail or customer-facing sales experience; fragrance or beauty experience preferred
• A confident, self-directed approach to selling
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of your shift
• Attention to detail and a high level of personal accountability
• An interest in fragrance, scent profiles, or product knowledge development

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform basic physical retail tasks

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Attendance bonus eligibility
• Employee merchandise discount
• Opportunities for growth within a specialty fragrance retailer

ABOUT BENEASH SPECIALTY

Beneash Specialty is your premier destination for designer, luxury, and middle eastern fragrances, located in Las Cruces, NM. Whether you’re exploring something new or rediscovering a signature favorite, we’re here to help you feel confident, seen, and inspired—every time you shop.

Our commitment to authenticity, product expertise, and attentive service has allowed us to build lasting relationships while remaining true to our roots — offering a welcoming experience where every visit feels personal, and every fragrance tells a story.

Since 1995, Beneash Specialty has been dedicated to providing genuine fragrances at competitive prices across the Southwest. Representing over 300 leading global brands, we take pride in being a trusted destination for fragrance and beauty enthusiasts alike.

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law and regulations?
• This position requires opening and closing the store and operating independently during your shift. Are you comfortable taking full responsibility for store operations, including cash handling and store security?
• What type of retail or customer-facing sales experience do you have, and what was your role in the sales process?
• This role requires consistent availability on Fridays and Saturdays. Are you able to work both days every week?

In addition to Fridays and Saturdays, which other days are you available to work? Please list all available days.

• This role requires operating independently and actively driving sales throughout your shift. Describe how you stay productive and engaged during slower periods in a retail or customer-facing environment.
• Describe a specific situation where you initiated a conversation with a customer and successfully recommended a product. What approach did you take, and what was the outcome?
• This role involves guiding the customer from initial conversation through completing the transaction at the register. How comfortable are you leading the full sales process from start to finish?

Ability to Commute:

• Las Cruces, NM 88011 (Required)

Work Location: In person