Sephora Assistant Merchant, Merchandising, Digital, Fragrance
- Location
- San FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Compensation
- $85,000–94,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
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.
Assistant Merchant, Merchandising, Digital, Fragrance at Sephora in San Francisco. Support online merchandising strategy, manage digital assortments, and drive sales growth.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the execution of online merchandising strategies that drive sales and growth for an assigned brand portfolio across owned marketing channels including email, site, and mobile
- Monitor business performance, analyze results, and regularly share insights and recommendations with the Merchant and cross-functional partners
- Partner with retail merchants, inventory teams, and brand partners to address shipping issues, review .com productivity, and maintain accurate, current assortments
- Own the creative review process for digital placements within the brand portfolio, ensuring products and brand stories are represented accurately and consistently across channels
- Collaborate with e-commerce partners on site enhancements, launches, and special projects that improve the online client experience
- Coordinate product setup, content readiness, and ongoing assortment maintenance to support timely and accurate digital execution
- Build strong working relationships across Merchandising, Marketing, Inventory, Creative, and E-commerce to keep priorities aligned and projects moving forward
- Develop expertise in online merchandising and digital commerce best practices by staying current on client behavior, market trends, emerging brands, and the competitive landscape
- Manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities with strong attention to detail, proactively identifying risks and following through on solutions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of retail buying, merchandising, e-commerce, or related experience, ideally within a major retailer
- Working knowledge of online merchandising, digital marketing channels, and assortment management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience working with merchandising or retail systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and collaborate across functions
- Excellent organization, prioritization, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
- Ability to build relationships, negotiate, and influence partners to support business priorities and project delivery
- Curiosity about beauty, retail, digital commerce, trends, and the competitive marketplace
Skills
Experience
2+ years of retail buying, merchandising, e-commerce, or related experience, ideally within a major retailer. Demonstrated expertise in online merchandising, digital commerce best practices, and assortment management across multiple channels.
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
Workplace
The role is situated in San Francisco, California, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 85,000 to USD 94,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance fully covered; 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; Student Debt Retirement plan; PTO and flexible work arrangements; protected leave; tuition reimbursement; 30% employee discount on all merchandise and services; LVMH brand flash sale discounts; free mental health coaching 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.
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.
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