Sephora Assistant Store Manager

Overview

Sephora is a leading beauty retailer and a member of the LVMH group. The brand is known for its curated mix of prestige cosmetics, innovative retail environments, and a strong emphasis on client experience, diversity, and talent development. As an employer, Sephora invests in learning, career mobility, and inclusive workplace practices across its global store footprint.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in day-to-day store operations to achieve sales, profitability and service KPIs.
• Lead, coach and develop store teams through real-time feedback, performance appraisals and targeted learning interventions.
• Recruit, onboard and retain diverse talent aligned with Sephora’s service standards and brand values.
• Deliver exceptional client experiences by driving personalized service, loyalty program engagement and effective complaint resolution.
• Maintain visual merchandising, presentation standards and an immaculate store environment in line with brand guidelines.
• Optimize inventory, staffing and scheduling to meet customer demand and control operating costs.
• Ensure operational compliance with policies, loss-prevention procedures and health & safety requirements.
• Support promotional activity execution and adapt quickly to shifting retail priorities in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in assistant store management or a similar leadership role in high-volume retail.
• Proven ability to recruit, motivate and develop teams to exceed sales and service goals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of delivering constructive coaching and performance management.
• Demonstrable client-centric mindset and experience driving loyalty and personalized retail experiences.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required by store operations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for entire shifts, and handle/apply fragrance and cosmetic products to clients.

Skills

Experience

Minimum three years of progressive retail leadership experience, preferably as an assistant store manager in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with demonstrable results in team development and sales growth.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in business, retail management, hospitality or a related field preferred.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,700 to USD 86,000 per annum.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage; employer-paid disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA options; Student Debt Retirement plan (401k match eligibility for student loan payments); paid vacation and sick leave; protected leave; training and tuition reimbursement; leadership development programs; 30% employee discount and opportunities for gratis; periodic LVMH brand flash sale discounts; 24/7 mental health (Modern Health) and financial coaching (Financial Finesse); volunteer and donation matching.

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, client-focused culture that values individuality and continuous learning. The environment emphasizes talent development, community-building within stores, and a high-energy retail experience aligned with LVMH’s standards of excellence.

About Cerulean

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