Sephora Associate Merchandise Planner

San Francisco • USA

Friday, November 7, 2025

Sephora, a distinguished entity within the LVMH conglomerate, is a global leader in the beauty retail sector. Known for its innovative approach and commitment to diversity, Sephora empowers its teams to redefine the future of beauty. With a presence in over 35 markets and more than 3,000 stores worldwide, Sephora offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and individuality are celebrated.

1. Manage Brand Planning for both pre-season and in-season to ensure SKU in-stock and DOH targets are met.
2. Collaborate with Omni Inventory Planners, Dotcom and Category Merchants, and Vendors to create pre-season Brand Budget Plans.
3. Develop new brand strategies, projected sales, inventory by SKU needs, and order flow setups for launch timeframes.
4. Own accurate monthly in-season Open to Buy (OTB) sales and Gross Margin, and present at monthly cross-functional OTB meetings.
5. Partner with Demand Planning on forecast alignment and strategy.
6. Guide Merchandise Planning Assistants in prioritizing new orders and communicating delays in key launches.
7. Analyze and validate sales and inventory needs for key initiatives, animations, and promotions.
8. Develop liquidation strategies for exit brands/collections or overstock in collaboration with Omni Planner.
9. Maintain consistent communication with vendors regarding sales performance, in-stocks, and outstanding issues.
10. Validate productive assortment by analyzing and recommending items to discontinue or develop within productivity guidelines.

1. 4+ years of planning experience in a related field.

1. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.
2. Ability to interpret and synthesize data into business decisions.
3. Strong organizational and task management skills.
4. Excellent negotiation skills.
5. Problem-solving and analytical skills.
6. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
7. Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities.
8. Flexibility and teamwork orientation.

A minimum of 4 years of planning experience in inventory management or a related field is required.

The annual base salary range is $86,955.00 - $97,185.00, with potential eligibility for bonuses.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans; superior 401(k) plan; various paid time off programs; employee discounts and perks; life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program.

Sephora fosters a culture of innovation and inclusivity, encouraging employees to unleash their creativity and evolve professionally. As part of the LVMH family, Sephora values diversity and is committed to providing a supportive environment where individuality is celebrated. The company is dedicated to reimagining the future of beauty through a collaborative and dynamic workplace.