- Location
- 12036 Ventura Blvd (View map)Studio City, CA 91604USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- $75,700–92,750/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Nov 6, 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 Studio City store. The role supports store operations, leads and develops the team, and elevates the client experience; availability is required for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Annual base salary is $75,700–$92,750, depending on qualifications, experience, skills, education, credentials, and geographic location; bonus eligibility may also apply.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner with the Store Manager to oversee daily operations, deliver exceptional client experiences, and drive sales and profitability in a fast-paced environment.
- Lead, coach, inspire, and develop 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.
- Conduct performance appraisals and provide actionable feedback and mentorship to support team members’ career development and engagement.
- Deliver outstanding client service, resolve 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 to drive results.
- Build a supportive store community that fosters team confidence and positively impacts clients.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments, driving results and elevating team performance through hands-on leadership.
- Ability to recruit, inspire, and develop talent to deliver results and foster an energetic, collaborative atmosphere.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust, provide constructive feedback, and facilitate open dialogue.
- Commitment to empowering 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.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability 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.
- Ability to handle and apply products to clients, with or without accommodation.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years
Workplace
This position is based in Studio City, California, USA, within easy reach of Los Angeles.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,700 to USD 92,750 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 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; protected leave; training; tuition reimbursement; leadership development; 30% discount on merchandise and services; free product or “gratis”; flash-sale discounts on LVMH brand products; free mental health and financial coaching through 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse; 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
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