Sephora Assistant Project Manager, New Ventures

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

• Support the analysis of client needs and development of business cases for digital retail projects, including web, mobile app, and in-store digital initiatives with defined scope, user experience design, and key performance indicators
• Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify innovative retail and beauty concepts applicable to Sephora, including competitive landscape reviews, concept assessments, and emerging consumption patterns
• Participate actively in cross-functional meetings with internal stakeholders (UX, IT, Product Team) and external partners (technology vendors, start-ups) to facilitate project launches and strategic alignment
• Coordinate the launch and geographic rollout of gift card services across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region, managing stakeholder communications and vendor relationships
• Monitor gift card sales performance data, conduct user interviews, and analyze key metrics to identify optimization opportunities and ensure service quality
• Develop and implement test-and-learn protocols, including proof-of-concept launches, KPI analysis, and iterative improvements prior to full project deployment
• Ensure appropriate operational processes and internal controls are established to support new business initiatives while maintaining optimal user experience and compliance standards
• Collaborate with Product teams to define business requirements, prioritize features, conduct user research, and synthesize customer feedback

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master's degree (BAC+4/5) in business administration, commerce, or engineering
• Strong intellectual curiosity, self-directed work ethic, and proactive problem-solving approach
• Demonstrated affinity for data analysis and business metrics interpretation
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to adapt to evolving priorities
• Fluent in French and English, both written and verbal communication

Skills

Experience

Entry-level or recent graduate seeking first professional experience in project management or digital innovation within a luxury retail environment.

Education

Master's degree (BAC+4/5) in commerce, business administration, or engineering discipline preferred.

Workplace

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

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