- Location
- 1689 Arden Way Space 1084 (View map)Sacramento, CA 95815USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $70,304–85,100/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 27, 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 seeks an Assistant Store Manager for its Arden Fair Mall location in Sacramento, California. This is a permanent, full-time, on-site salaried role leading store operations, team development, and client experience; annual base salary is $70,304–$85,100, with bonus eligibility.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner with the Store Manager to support smooth daily operations, deliver exceptional client experiences, and drive sales and profitability in a fast-paced environment.
- Lead, coach, inspire, and empower the team to exceed expectations and performance goals while fostering growth, development, and accountability.
- Attract, hire, and onboard talent to build a diverse, inclusive team that reflects Sephora’s values and delivers its signature service.
- Promote continuous learning through real-time coaching, actionable feedback, and ongoing support to maximize associates’ potential.
- Conduct performance appraisals and provide actionable 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 environment and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and brand guidelines.
- Optimize inventory and staffing resources, adapting to changing priorities and opportunities to drive results.
- Build a supportive store community, foster confidence among the team, and positively impact clients.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments, consistently driving results and improving team performance through hands-on leadership.
- Strong leadership and business acumen, including the ability to recruit, inspire, and develop talent to achieve results and foster a collaborative atmosphere.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a record of building trust and clarity across teams and with clients; able to deliver constructive feedback and facilitate open dialogue.
- Commitment to developing teams through tailored mentorship, real-time coaching, and actionable feedback.
- Experience creating personalized client experiences that build loyalty while balancing operational priorities and driving business growth.
- Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend and stretch to stock shelves, stand and walk the sales floor for an entire shift, and work in a fragrance-filled environment.
- Able to handle and apply products to clients, with or without accommodation.
Skills
Experience
Successful retail assistant manager experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments; no duration stated.
Workplace
The role is situated in Sacramento, California, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 70,304 to USD 85,100 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance; 401(k) with a 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; student debt retirement plan with eligible student loan payments qualifying for the 401(k) match; paid vacation and sick time off; protected leave; training; tuition reimbursement; leadership development; 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; 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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