- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- $21–35/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
About Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.
The Estée Lauder Companies seeks an inspirational Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in driving store success through exceptional leadership, team coaching, and retail operations management. The successful candidate will lead Sales Associates to achieve sales, customer service, and operational targets within a fast-paced prestige beauty retail environment. This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement within a global leader in luxury skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead, coach and develop Sales Associates to achieve sales, customer service, and operational targets
- Support the Store Manager in store/counter operations and strategic execution
- Manage retail operations including inventory management and cash reconciliation
- Ensure inspirational, authentic and personalized customer service delivery across the store
- Oversee retail point-of-sale operations and staff adherence to procedures
- Supervise team performance during retail hours including days, nights, weekends, and special events
- Drive sales achievement and monitor key performance indicators against targets
Qualifications
- Proven retail experience, preferably within cosmetics and beauty
- Previous supervisory experience with a demonstrated track record of coaching and mentoring
- Strong retail operations expertise including inventory management and cash reconciliation
- Proficiency with retail point-of-sale software systems
- Ability to provide inspirational, authentic and personalized customer service
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Valid proof of right to live and work in the United States
- Flexibility to work retail hours including days, nights, weekends, and special events
Skills
Experience
Minimum of proven supervisory and coaching experience in a fast-paced retail environment, with demonstrated success in leading Sales Associates and achieving retail performance targets.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; retail management certification or further post-secondary education preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Aurora, Ohio, USA, within easy reach of Columbus.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 21 to USD 35 per hour.
Benefits
Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, paid holidays and vacation time, education-related programs, and competitive bonus program participation.
Culture
The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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