Sephora Assistant Store Manager

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Location
GlendaleArizonaUSA
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Manager
Compensation
$60,100–73,600/year
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted
Apr 23, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a global beauty retailer and part of the LVMH group, recognised for an expansive assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare and fragrance. The brand emphasises inclusive customer experiences, bold merchandising and career development within a fast-paced retail environment.

Sephora — Assistant Store Manager in Glendale, AZ. Lead store operations, team coaching and client experience at Westgate Glendale (salaried role).

Role & Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Store Manager to ensure smooth daily store operations that drive sales, profitability and compliance with brand standards.
  • Lead, coach and develop a diverse team through real-time feedback, performance appraisals and tailored mentorship to maximise individual and store performance.
  • Recruit, onboard and retain top retail talent, fostering an inclusive culture and high employee engagement.
  • Deliver exceptional client experiences through personalised service, loyalty programme engagement and effective resolution of client concerns.
  • Maintain operational excellence including visual standards, inventory stewardship, staffing optimisation and adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Drive business results by aligning resources to priorities, adapting to shifting retail demands and supporting promotional and merchandising initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an assistant store manager or similar retail leadership role in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop and motivate teams to achieve sales and service targets.
  • Outstanding verbal communication and interpersonal skills with a track record of delivering constructive feedback.
  • Strong client-centric mindset with experience building personalized client relationships and driving loyalty.
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays; ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds and applying product to clients as required.

Skills

Team leadership and people development Performance management and coaching Talent acquisition and onboarding Clienteling and customer service excellence Inventory and staffing optimisation Visual merchandising and store standards Sales driving and P&L accountability Operational compliance with brand procedures

Experience

Demonstrated success as an assistant store manager (or equivalent) in a busy retail environment, consistently delivering sales growth, operational excellence and measurable improvements in team performance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in business, retail management or a related field is a plus.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Glendale, Arizona, USA, with easy access to Phoenix.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 60,100 to USD 73,600 per annum.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage; employer-paid disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA; Student Debt Retirement plan (student loan payments eligible for 401(k) match); paid time off and protected leave; training and tuition reimbursement; leadership development; 30% employee discount, gratis opportunities and LVMH flash sales; access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse; volunteer and donation matching.

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, community-oriented retail culture that prioritises diversity, learning and visible career progression. The environment is energetic and customer-focused, with an emphasis on coaching, creativity and measurable leadership development.

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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