Sephora Assistant Store Manager

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Supervisor
Compensation
$69,500–85,100/year
Posted
Jul 14, 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.

Sephora Assistant Store Manager position in Danbury, CT. Lead store operations, develop team talent, and drive client experiences in this full-time leadership role.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support store operations and client experience while collaborating with the Store Manager to ensure smooth daily operations and drive sales and profitability
  • Lead, coach, inspire, and empower the team to exceed performance goals while fostering growth, accountability, and development
  • Recruit, hire, and onboard diverse talent that embodies Sephora's values and delivers signature client service
  • Deliver real-time coaching, actionable feedback, and ongoing mentorship to maximize team potential and career development
  • Conduct performance appraisals and provide continuous feedback to support team engagement and professional growth
  • Elevate client satisfaction through exceptional service delivery, concern resolution, and personalized engagement with loyalty programs
  • Maintain visual appeal and operational excellence by upholding Sephora standards, ensuring store environment compliance, and adhering to brand guidelines
  • Optimize inventory and staffing resources while adapting to shifting priorities in a dynamic retail landscape

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume retail environments with proven ability to drive results and elevate team performance through hands-on leadership
  • Strong leadership and business acumen with exceptional ability to recruit, inspire, and develop top talent
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a history of building trust and clarity across teams and clients
  • Genuine passion for coaching and development, with commitment to empowering teams through tailored mentorship and real-time feedback
  • Client-centric mindset and growth-oriented approach, with deep experience creating memorable, personalized client experiences

Skills

Team leadership and coaching Performance management and feedback delivery Sales and profitability optimization Recruitment and talent development Client experience management Inventory and resource management Retail operations Brand compliance and standards

Experience

Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments with proven track record of driving results and elevating team performance through hands-on leadership and mentorship.

Education

Not specified

Workplace

This position is based in Danbury, Connecticut, USA.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 69,500 to USD 85,100 per annum.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plan with medical, dental, and vision coverage; fully covered disability and life insurance; competitive 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; Student Debt Retirement Plan; paid vacation and sick time; protected leave; 30% employee discount on all merchandise and services; tuition reimbursement; leadership development and training programs; free mental health and financial coaching resources via Modern Health and Financial Finesse; volunteer and donation matching; opportunities for promotional products and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products.

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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Sephora

Sephora Assistant Store Manager

Danbury, USA

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