Sephora Director, HR Business Partner - Retail Stores

Toronto • Canada

Friday, January 17, 2025

Sephora, a leading beauty retailer, is part of the prestigious LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton group, renowned for its commitment to luxury and innovation. As an employer, Sephora Canada is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where employees are encouraged to grow and develop within a vibrant community. The company is known for its dynamic workplace culture and its focus on employee well-being and career advancement.

1. Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with Sephora's strategic initiatives to enhance employee experience and position the brand as an employer of choice.
2. Partner with retail leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives, fostering a culture of performance, growth, and employee engagement.
3. Lead the Field HR and Talent Acquisition teams, overseeing employee relations and organizational change initiatives across a multi-site retail environment.
4. Act as a strategic thought partner to senior retail leadership to drive culture, engagement, and retention through efficient HR processes.
5. Cultivate strong relationships with field leaders, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and people practices.
6. Lead and shape a best-in-class Talent Acquisition strategy to attract diverse, high-performing talent.
7. Support annual performance appraisal cycles, salary planning, and succession planning for retail leadership.
8. Consult with functional leaders on strategy, organizational structure, performance, and succession planning.
9. Act as a trusted advisor on complex employee relations issues, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal compliance.
10. Build and lead a high-performing HR team, providing mentorship and guidance.

1. Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
2. 10+ years of progressive HRBP experience, with a preference for experience in a field, multi-location organization.
3. 5+ years of experience in a management-level role.
4. Substantial experience providing strategic business-facing Human Resources consultation.

1. Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
2. Ability to operate in a matrix environment and manage multiple stakeholders.
3. Proven success working with executive-level partners.
4. Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
5. Skillful at building relationships and navigating a broad network of stakeholders.

10+ years of progressive HRBP experience, with a preference for experience in a field, multi-location organization, and 5+ years in a management-level role.

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Sephora offers a unique culture and a family of passionate individuals, access to the global LVMH community, a Gift of Giving Program, customizable benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and Well-Being@Sephora support. Employees enjoy holidays, time off, Summer Friday hours, and product gifts throughout the year.

Sephora Canada is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and representative environment where every employee can belong, grow, and build a beautiful career. The company values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, fostering a workplace where employees are encouraged to thrive and contribute to the brand's success.