- Location
- 2125 Stoneridge Mall Rd (View map)Pleasanton, CA 94588USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $72,100–88,350/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 26, 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 is hiring a full-time Assistant Store Manager for its Stoneridge Mall location in Pleasanton, California. The role partners with the Store Manager to lead store operations, team development, sales performance and client experience; the annual base salary range is $72,100–$88,350, with actual offers depending on qualifications, experience, skills, education, credentials and geographic location. The position is permanent and requires on-site work, including availability for evenings, weekends and holidays.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner with the Store Manager to oversee daily operations, deliver exceptional client experiences, and drive sales and profitability.
- Lead, coach, inspire, and empower the team to achieve performance goals, supporting development and accountability.
- Attract, hire, and onboard talent to build a diverse, inclusive team that reflects Sephora’s values and service standards.
- Promote continuous learning through real-time coaching, actionable feedback, and ongoing support.
- Conduct performance appraisals and provide feedback and mentorship to support team members’ development and engagement.
- Deliver outstanding service, resolve client concerns, and drive engagement through loyalty programs and personalized experiences.
- Maintain a visually inspiring, immaculate store and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and brand guidelines.
- Optimize inventory and staffing resources, adapting to changing priorities and opportunities.
- Build a supportive store community that helps the team feel valued and positively impacts clients.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments, driving results and team performance through hands-on leadership.
- Ability to recruit, inspire, and develop talent while fostering an energetic, collaborative atmosphere.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including building trust and clarity, delivering constructive feedback, and facilitating open dialogue.
- Commitment to developing teams through tailored mentorship, real-time coaching, and actionable feedback.
- Experience creating memorable, personalized client experiences that build loyalty while balancing operational priorities and driving business growth.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend and stretch to stock shelves, and stand and walk the sales floor for an entire shift; ability to work in a fragrance-filled environment and handle and apply products to clients, with or without accommodation.
Skills
Experience
Assistant store management experience in fast-paced, high-volume retail environments.
Workplace
The role is situated in Pleasanton, California, USA — conveniently close to San Francisco.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 72,100 to USD 88,350 per annum.
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive bonuses; medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid disability and life insurance; a 401(k) with a 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; a student debt retirement plan that qualifies student loan payments for the 401(k) match; vacation and sick paid time off; protected leave; training, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development; a 30% discount on merchandise and services; free products or “gratis”; flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products; free mental health and financial coaching through Modern Health and Financial Finesse, with 24/7 access; and volunteer and donation matching. Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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