Sephora Assistant Store Manager

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Manager
Compensation
$64,480–81,050/year
Posted
May 21, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a global beauty retailer renowned for an expansive assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare, fragrance and tools. As part of the LVMH group, Sephora operates experiential retail environments that prioritise client education, innovation and inclusivity, and offers structured development pathways for store leaders seeking careers across beauty retail and luxury retail operations.

Sephora Assistant Store Manager in Corona, CA — lead store operations, coach teams and drive sales at Crossings at Corona (salaried, $64,480–$81,050).

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support daily store operations alongside the Store Manager to deliver exceptional client experiences while achieving sales and profitability targets.
  • Lead, coach and develop the store team through real-time feedback, performance appraisals and tailored mentorship to maximise individual and collective performance.
  • Recruit, onboard and retain diverse talent that reflects brand values and delivers Sephora’s signature service.
  • Drive client engagement and loyalty by resolving client concerns, promoting personalised experiences and leveraging loyalty programmes.
  • Maintain operational excellence through adherence to brand standards, visual merchandising, loss-prevention and corporate policies.
  • Optimise inventory and staffing resources to respond to business needs and seasonal fluctuations.
  • Contribute to local community and store culture by modelling Sephora’s values and fostering an inclusive, high-energy environment.

Qualifications

  • Proven success in an assistant store manager or equivalent leadership role within fast-paced, high-volume retail.
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop and motivate teams to reach sales and operational objectives.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a track record of delivering constructive feedback and building trust.
  • Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to meet physical requirements of the role (e.g., lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for entire shift) and to apply product to clients as required.

Skills

People leadership Coaching and development Talent acquisition and onboarding Performance management Clienteling and customer service Inventory and staff optimisation Visual merchandising Operational compliance

Experience

Several years of progressive retail leadership experience, preferably as an assistant store manager in a high-volume, customer-focused environment, with measurable success in driving sales and developing teams.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education or relevant retail/management coursework preferred.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Corona, California, USA, with easy access to Los Angeles.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 64,480 to USD 81,050 per annum.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 4% match; FSA/HSA options; Student Debt Retirement plan (401k match eligibility); paid vacation and sick leave; protected leave; training and tuition reimbursement; leadership development; 30% employee discount, product gratis opportunities and LVMH flash sale discounts; access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse; volunteer and donation matching.

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, fast-paced retail culture that values diversity, continuous learning and personal expression. Store leaders are expected to foster supportive teams, prioritise client education and drive measurable business results while developing colleagues’ careers.

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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Sephora

Sephora Assistant Store Manager

Corona, USA

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