- Location
- 2223 N Westshore Blvd (View map)Tampa, FL 33607USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $63,100–77,350/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 is hiring a permanent, full-time Assistant Store Manager at International Plaza in Tampa to support store operations, lead and develop the team, and deliver exceptional client experiences while driving sales and profitability. The role requires evening, weekend, and holiday availability and offers an annual base salary of $63,100–$77,350, depending on qualifications, experience, skills, education, credentials, business factors, and geographic location; bonus eligibility may also apply.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate 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 meet performance goals, supporting 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 feedback and mentorship to support team members’ career development and engagement.
- Deliver outstanding client service, resolve concerns, and encourage engagement through loyalty programmes and personalised experiences.
- Maintain an immaculate, visually inspiring store and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and brand guidelines.
- Optimise inventory and staffing resources, adapting to changing priorities and opportunities to drive results.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments, driving results and improving team performance through hands-on leadership.
- Strong leadership and business acumen, including the ability to recruit, inspire, and develop talent and foster a collaborative team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, deliver constructive feedback, and facilitate open dialogue.
- Commitment to team development through tailored mentorship, real-time coaching, and actionable feedback.
- Experience creating personalised 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
Demonstrated success in retail assistant management in fast-paced, high-volume environments; experience creating personalised client experiences that build loyalty.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 63,100 to USD 77,350 per annum.
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid disability and life insurance; a 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA programmes; student loan payments that qualify for the 401(k) match; paid vacation and sick time and protected leave; training, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development; a 30% discount on merchandise and services; complimentary products and flash-sale discounts on LVMH brand products; 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse; 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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