Sephora Assistant Store Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $69,500–85,100/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- May 11, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global beauty retailer renowned for its curated assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare and fragrance, and for pioneering experiential, client‑first retail. Operating as part of the LVMH group, Sephora emphasizes inclusivity, product expertise and continuous talent development across its store network.
Sephora — Assistant Store Manager in Houston, TX. Lead store operations and a retail team to deliver exceptional client experiences (salary $69,500–$85,100).
Role & Responsibilities
- Support day‑to‑day store operations to ensure an exceptional client experience while meeting sales and profitability targets in a high‑volume environment.
- Lead, coach and develop store teams through real‑time feedback, formal performance appraisals and targeted learning to drive engagement and capability.
- Recruit, hire and onboard diverse talent who embody the brand’s service standards and retail values.
- Resolve customer concerns with diplomacy and ownership; actively drive client retention through personalized service and loyalty program engagement.
- Maintain visual merchandising and store presentation standards, ensuring compliance with brand guidelines, policies and loss‑prevention procedures.
- Optimize inventory allocation and staffing levels to respond to demand fluctuations and maximize sales opportunity.
- Adapt staffing and operational priorities for evenings, weekends and holiday trading as required; perform physical tasks such as stock replenishment and product application.
Qualifications
- Proven success as an assistant store manager or equivalent leadership role in fast‑paced, high‑volume retail.
- Demonstrated leadership and business acumen with a track record of recruiting, developing and motivating teams to achieve sales and service objectives.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deliver constructive feedback and foster open dialogue.
- Passion for coaching and talent development, with experience delivering coaching that improves performance and engagement.
- Client‑centric mindset and demonstrable ability to create memorable, personalized shopping experiences that build loyalty.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays; ability to lift up to 50 pounds and apply products to clients (with or without accommodation).
Skills
Experience
Demonstrated success in an assistant store management or equivalent retail leadership role within fast‑paced, high‑volume stores, with measurable outcomes in team development and sales performance.
Workplace
This position is based in Houston, Texas, USA.
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; Student Debt Retirement plan (student loan payments may qualify for 401(k) match); paid time off (vacation, sick, protected leave); training and tuition reimbursement; leadership development; 30% merchandise discount, gratis/product opportunities and LVMH flash sale discounts; 24/7 mental health and financial coaching (Modern Health, Financial Finesse); volunteer and donation matching.
Culture
Sephora fosters an inclusive, client‑obsessed culture where creativity and product expertise are celebrated. As part of LVMH, the brand emphasizes experiential retail, continuous learning and career mobility within a supportive, diverse community.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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