Sephora Assistant Store Manager

About Sephora

Sephora is a leading global prestige beauty retailer operating an extensive network of brick-and-mortar stores and digital platforms. As part of the LVMH group, the brand is recognized for its curated assortment of cosmetics, skincare and fragrances, progressive retailing, and investment in talent development across front-line and corporate functions.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations in partnership with the Store Manager to ensure a consistently exceptional client experience while meeting sales and profitability targets.
• Coach, inspire and develop the store team through real-time feedback, structured performance appraisals and targeted mentorship to drive engagement and results.
• Recruit, onboard and retain diverse talent, ensuring staffing levels and capability mix meet business needs and brand standards.
• Deliver clienteling and loyalty-driven initiatives to deepen customer relationships, resolve client concerns, and maximize lifetime value.
• Maintain operational excellence by upholding visual merchandising, housekeeping, compliance with policies and brand presentation standards.
• Optimize inventory allocation and staff scheduling to respond to demand fluctuations and support store growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in assistant store management or comparable leadership role within fast-paced, high-volume retail environments.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train and develop retail teams with measurable impact on performance and retention.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills with experience delivering constructive feedback and managing performance.
• Customer-centric mindset with a track record of driving personalized service, loyalty engagement and sales growth.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays and to perform physical duties including lifting up to 50 pounds and applying product to clients.

Skills

Experience

Previous experience as an assistant store manager or equivalent supervisory role in high-volume retail, with demonstrated success in driving sales, developing teams and maintaining operational standards.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 69,500 to USD 85,100 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); paid time off and protected leave; training, tuition reimbursement and leadership development; 30% merchandise discount, occasional gratis and flash sale access to LVMH brands; access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse; volunteer and donation matching. Eligibility may vary by role.

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, high-energy retail culture that emphasizes diversity, continuous learning and visible career pathways. Employees are encouraged to combine commercial rigour with creativity and client obsession, supported by structured training and leadership development programs.

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.