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Retail Sales Associate

tarte cosmetics · Chicago · United States

Salary
$23.00–$30.00 per hour
Contract
Part time
Occupation
Retail Sales Associate

Posted: 5/28/2026 · Last checked: 11/9/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from tarte cosmetics's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

About tarte: tarte™ is the pioneer of high-performance naturals™ and one of the fastest-growing cosmetic companies in the U.S. Founder & CEO Maureen Kelly created the brand with a mission to develop cruelty-free, easy-to-use, life-tested products packed with skin-loving ingredients that deliver real results for everyday women. Today, tarte continues to share its “good-for-you glamour” philosophy with tartelettes around the world, with a presence in more than 7 countries and online shipping to over 150 countries and counting. From our New York City headquarters to our field sales teams across the U.S. and internationally, tarte is powered by passionate, driven individuals dedicated to making a difference in beauty.

Are you a force of nature who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to help further tarte’s mission of creating cruelty-free, eco-chic cosmetics formulated with vitamins, minerals, and without the “icky” ingredients like parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, and gluten? Do you strive to live a healthy, compassionate, and environmentally conscious lifestyle? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Description:
tarte cosmetics is seeking experienced retail sales associates for part-time opportunities in select geographic markets.

Requirements

  • Passion for tarte products
  • Retail sales experience, with expertise in Sephora and/or Ulta environments
  • Strong relationship-building and verbal communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for customer service with the ability to confidently engage and assist customers
  • Merchandising and planogram experience
  • Competitive spirit with a drive to achieve sales goals (SPH target: $200/hour)
  • Availability during peak retail hours, including weekends and some evenings
  • Own a smartphone and have a working knowledge of apps and social media

Benefits

  • Compensation range: $23-30/hr (Compensation range: $23-30/hr (compensation varying based on geographic location, skill level, and relevant work experience)
  • Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment

Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.

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