Sephora Makeup Category Assistant

London • UK

Monday, February 23, 2026

Sephora, a leading name in the beauty industry, is part of the LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton conglomerate, renowned for its luxury products and innovative retail experiences. As an employer, Sephora fosters a dynamic and inclusive environment, encouraging creativity and professional growth. The brand is dedicated to redefining beauty standards and empowering individuals through its diverse and trend-setting product offerings.

1. Support the Makeup Category team throughout the commercial lifecycle.
2. Liaise with suppliers to gather new line information and ensure accurate and timely documentation.
3. Assist the Makeup Category Manager with trend analysis, forecasting, and identifying emerging brands and innovations.
4. Prepare product nominations for marketing, social media, and PR activities.
5. Analyze sales, margin, and performance trends to identify opportunities for weekly trade reviews.
6. Raise purchase orders for new ranges, promotional buys, samples, and ad hoc requests.
7. Update product data, pricing files, codes, and supplier contact information to maintain accuracy.
8. Resolve supplier invoice queries by collaborating with Finance to address pricing discrepancies.
9. Manage the call-in, tracking, and coordination of product samples for marketing and retail needs.
10. Oversee retail sampling processes and ensure deadlines are met.
11. Support ad-hoc administrative tasks and commercial projects assigned by senior team members.
12. Deputize for the Assistant Category Manager when required.

1. Proactive, organized, and commercially driven with a passion for beauty.
2. Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
3. Proficiency with Excel and confidence using systems and data.
4. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
5. Strong organization and time-management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
6. A proactive mindset, able to use initiative and work independently when required.
7. A collaborative, positive approach with a strong work ethic.

1. Numerical and analytical proficiency
2. Excel proficiency
3. Strong communication
4. Organizational skills
5. Time management
6. Problem-solving
7. Relationship building

Experience in buying or a retail head office environment is advantageous.

Sephora offers a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, providing tools, space, and opportunities to learn, innovate, and lead.

Sephora embraces authenticity and celebrates diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where the strength of differences fuels collective spirit. The company culture is centered around empowerment, learning, and growth, offering employees the chance to innovate and lead within the beauty industry.