Sephora Senior Manager, Merchandising Strategy & Business Development

Toronto • Canada

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Sephora, a leading beauty retailer, is part of the prestigious LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) group, renowned for its commitment to luxury and innovation. As an employer, Sephora is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where creativity and passion for beauty thrive. Employees are encouraged to explore career opportunities within the global LVMH community, benefiting from a culture that values growth and excellence.

1. Collaborate with the marketing team to facilitate the Commercial Planning process and coordinate cross-world merchandising programs.
2. Ensure project plans are in place with clear communication and timely delivery of programs while collaborating with North American teams.
3. Evaluate Sephora’s overall pricing and promotions, creating reports, preparing executive presentations, and presenting performance hindsight recaps.
4. Analyze data to make informed decisions on the effectiveness and opportunities for merchandising programs.
5. Participate and lead cross-functional projects related to Sephora Canada key strategies, evaluating the viability of potential new initiatives and special projects.
6. Provide objective analyses of initiatives and develop analytics to present to leadership about monthly highlights and merchandising operations figures.
7. Partner with COE and planning team to strategize tools and processes and create successful improvements for the merchandising and planning teams.
8. Help launch pilot programs to test and learn before market launch; report findings and make recommendations to the Merchant team.
9. Partner with the operations team to enhance tester & damages collections while influencing RTV and creating a better process for Merchants.

1. Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field.

1. Proficiency in Excel with experience in Smartsheet, Tableau, and Circana/NPD.
2. Mastery of collaboration and communication skills, working with creative teams.
3. Attention to detail with strategic and analytical expertise.
4. Ability to prioritize deadlines.

7+ years of corporate retail management experience in a high-growth and fast-paced retail environment.

Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field.

Benefits include a mix-and-match package tailored to individual needs, Employee Assistance Program services, access to the Well-Being@Sephora program, holidays, time off, Summer Friday hours, and flexibility to support work-life balance. Employees also receive free product gifts throughout the year and discounts with brand partners.

Sephora Canada is committed to equal opportunity employment and advancement, fostering an inclusive, diverse, and representative environment. The company values belonging, growth, and career building, ensuring all employees can thrive regardless of their background or identity. Sephora supports causes through its Gift of Giving Program and offers a supportive work environment with a focus on well-being.