Sephora Asset Protection Reporting and Insights Manager

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

• Lead the development and execution of an Asset Protection data strategy aligned with Sephora and LVMH business objectives and risk frameworks.
• Prioritize data initiatives by identifying opportunities with measurable business impact.
• Oversee data governance to ensure data integrity, compliance, and availability of high-quality data.
• Own data mining and the development of data pipelines into business intelligence tools.
• Oversee analysis and interpretation of complex, multi-source data sets to deliver insights for executive decision-making.
• Champion advanced analytics and predictive modeling to identify emerging trends, reduce shrink, and mitigate operational risk.
• Develop and maintain reporting ecosystems using tools including Tableau, Power BI, and Looker.
• Architect systemic solutions to optimize productivity and scalability across Asset Protection operations while supporting business model innovation.
• Align short-term initiatives with long-term enterprise transformation goals.
• Monitor developments in data, AI, and retail technology and translate industry shifts into strategies that strengthen Sephora’s competitive advantage.
• Advise the Sephora Executive Team and LVMH Risk Management partners on enterprise risk mitigation and growth.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across Legal, IT, Finance, Store Design, Real Estate, and Supply Chain to deliver data-informed initiatives.
• Communicate complex data concepts clearly and in business-relevant terms to build credibility and trust with executive stakeholders.
• Lead high-visibility projects, navigate ambiguity, and adapt to changing needs.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement through mentorship, thought leadership, and collaborative learning.
• Demonstrate resilience and determination when addressing complex challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones.
• Shadow Asset Protection partners at least once annually to build operational insight and align with field operations.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Databricks, Python, SQL Administration, and Java.
• Advanced expertise in managing and developing BI and data visualization tools, including Tableau, Power BI, Looker, and ThoughtSpot.
• Expertise in Salesforce API and VisualForce, including shell scripting and backend integration.
• Certified experience with the SCRUM project management methodology.
• Experience with physical security systems, including camera systems.
• Strong foundation in computer networking systems and security, including TCP/IP protocols.
• Bachelor of Science.
• Certification in SCRUM project management methodology.
• Expertise in unstructured data environments and data warehouses, such as HIVE and SQL.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and tools, including Collibra.
• Knowledge of data governance best practices.
• Understanding of Asset Protection legal compliance standards.
• Practical knowledge of primary and secondary authentication protocols.
• Familiarity with Microsoft platforms and products, as well as Apple OS.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects from inception to delivery.

Skills

Experience

6+ years in advanced proficiency with Databricks, Python, SQL Administration, and Java; 6+ years in advanced expertise managing and developing BI and data visualization tools; 6+ years in Salesforce API and VisualForce, including shell scripting and backend integration; 5+ years with certified SCRUM project management methodology; 4+ years with physical security systems, including camera systems; 4+ years with computer networking systems and security, including TCP/IP protocols. Minimum 5 years overall.

Education

Bachelor of Science; certification in SCRUM project management methodology.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 99,025 to USD 131,765 per annum.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; student debt retirement plan with qualifying student loan payments eligible to earn the 401(k) match; PTO, flexibility, and protected leave; training, development, and tuition reimbursement; 30% discount on merchandise and services; opportunities for free products; flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products; free mental health and financial coaching through Modern Health and Financial Finesse, with 24/7 access; volunteer and donation matching. Employees may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

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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