Sephora Skincare Manager

Cardiff • UK

Friday, June 20, 2025

Sephora, a leading global beauty retailer, is renowned for its innovative approach to beauty and commitment to diversity and inclusivity. As part of the LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton conglomerate, Sephora offers unparalleled opportunities for career growth and development within the luxury retail sector. The brand is dedicated to empowering individuals and fostering an environment where creativity and collaboration thrive.

1. Lead, coach, and inspire a team of Beauty Advisors to ensure high levels of motivation, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
2. Provide continuous training and development opportunities to enhance selling skills, customer service, and product knowledge.
3. Conduct regular performance evaluations, set clear performance goals, and create personalized development plans for team members.
4. Foster a positive, collaborative, and creative team environment, driving a culture of teamwork, innovation, and excellence in service.
5. Support senior store management in managing employee relations issues, including lateness, attendance concerns, and performance-related matters.
6. Drive sales performance by setting and achieving individual and team sales targets while delivering an outstanding customer experience.
7. Deliver expert skincare consultations and personalized product recommendations.
8. Proactively engage with customers to build long-lasting relationships, identifying opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.
9. Resolve customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.
10. Oversee the daily operations of the skincare department, including inventory management, visual merchandising, and stock replenishment.
11. Collaborate with store management to implement promotional campaigns, marketing activities, and seasonal events.
12. Ensure operational efficiency by monitoring key performance indicators and implementing strategies to optimize customer satisfaction and store performance.
13. Maintain Sephora’s operational standards, including loss prevention, health and safety protocols, and adherence to company policies.
14. Support the setup of new stores by participating in unboxing deliveries and stocking shelves.

1. Minimum 3 years of experience in a leadership or management role within the beauty or retail industry, with a focus on skincare.

1. In-depth knowledge of skincare products, ingredients, brands, and trends.
2. Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
3. Strong sales acumen with a demonstrated ability to drive performance and meet sales targets.
4. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
5. Knowledge and experience in handling employee relations issues.
6. Comfortable using technology in-store to enhance customer service and operational efficiency.
7. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holiday seasons as required.

Minimum 3 years of experience in a leadership or management role within the beauty or retail industry, with a focus on skincare.

Sephora offers a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, providing tools, space, and opportunities for personal and professional development. Employees are part of a community that embraces authenticity and celebrates diversity.

Sephora fosters an inclusive and empowering workplace culture where authenticity is embraced, and the strength of differences fuels collective spirit. The brand is committed to creating an environment that offers fulfillment through meaningful work and opportunities for innovation and leadership.