Sephora Analyst, Real Estate Strategy & Analytics

About Sephora

Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop accurate sales and cannibalization forecasts for new store opportunities utilizing analog sales data, forecasting models, and traffic data
• Conduct comprehensive market research and demographic analysis to identify potential retail locations and emerging market trends across US and Canada
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to understand sales drivers, competitors, and industry trends
• Present compelling findings and strategic recommendations to cross-functional teams and leadership
• Develop and optimize sales forecasting models, market evaluation tools, and best practices for Sephora's store expansion pipeline
• Provide analytical support on ad hoc projects for real estate and cross-functional teams
• Prepare research-related materials for monthly Real Estate Committee meetings

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of real estate or retail experience with demonstrated ability in retail expansion, spatial analytics, sales forecasting, or market research
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Statistics, or similar discipline
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in GIS applications such as MapInfo Pro or ESRI
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Superior written and verbal communication and presentation abilities
• Demonstrated problem-solving aptitude with ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations

Skills

Experience

2–3 years of real estate or retail experience with demonstrated proficiency in retail expansion, spatial analytics, sales forecasting, modeling, and/or market research. The ideal candidate is comfortable navigating ambiguity and large datasets from multiple sources, demonstrates superior problem-solving ability, and works effectively both independently and as a collaborative team member.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Statistics, or a related discipline.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 102,000 to USD 114,750 per annum.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; fully covered disability and life insurance; competitive 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; Student Debt Retirement plan; paid time off; flexible work arrangements; protected leave; tuition reimbursement; 30% merchandise discount; free product opportunities; flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products; free mental health and financial coaching resources available 24/7; volunteer and donation matching.

Culture

Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.

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