Commercial Assistant Retail Flagships

RETAIL SALES ASSISTANT COTY UK&I

13 MONTHS INTERNSHIP

Starting in July 2026

Were Coty a global leader in beauty. Were #1 in the world for Fragrance and #3 in the world in Colour Cosmetics with a portfolio of brands that have been known and loved for generations.

Our iconic portfolio of more than 77 brands are sold in over 150 countries around the world. We believe in beauty with a purpose and brands that inspire no matter where they are in the world. We have some of the most well-known brands in the categories of Fragrances Colour Cosmetics and Skin & Body Care including Gucci Chloé Calvin Klein Burberry Marc Jacobs Sally Hansen philosophy Adidas Rimmel Max Factor COVERGIRL and the list goes on and on!

Coty is committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Hiring people with different backgrounds and experiences helps us build better products better serve our users and build a diverse and inclusive workplace.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

An ideal opportunity for a 13-month graduate to join the Sales team in our Coty Luxury Division supporting the team in developing implementing and analyzing sales activity across the brands in the UK Market.

This opportunity offers a great deal of exposure and insight giving valuable experience to support your on-going business-related studies and the opportunity to work with amazing retailers such as Harrods Selfridges Fenwick John Lewis Debenhams House of Fraser and Brown Thomas.

• Supporting UK Sales team across Retailers including Harrods Selfridges Harvey Nichols Fenwick John Lewis House of Fraser and Debenhams.

• Updating the business on sales performance & insights

• Joining external retailer meetings

• Maintaining competitor records and monthly tracking records (including promotions Point of Sale and advertising)

• Day to day support in executing the sales plans as directed.

• Working with marketing team to implement retailer differentiation.
  
  

• Complete regular audits of brand e-content on retailer web sites and work with e-Commerce team to update content where relevant to ensure UK has latest / best e-Content available.

• Analysing monthly sales information as required.

• Supporting the sales team with the invoicing process

• Management of samples and goody bags for retailers

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• A passion for the beauty industry keenly following the latest trends.

• Strong analytical skills with sound knowledge of Excel Word and PowerPoint.

• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail

• Sense of initiative creativity and problem solving

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively to deadline

• Experience of working effectively in a team

• Eligible to work in the UK

• Previous sales experience is not essential however knowledge on the retailers would be an asset dealing with clients/customers required

WHAT WE BRING:

A salary that matches your knowledge and experience.

A competitive benefit package

Marketing & Sales

We drive growth brand equity and customer loyalty with innovative products digital campaigns events partnerships and in-store executions. Our work includes both the physical and digital world across all categories. We aim to be gamechangers in the beauty industry winning the hearts and minds of consumers around the world.