Sephora Assistant Store Manager

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in ensuring smooth daily operations and delivering exceptional client experiences while driving sales and profitability
• Lead, coach, inspire, and empower the team to exceed performance goals, fostering growth, development, and accountability
• Recruit, hire, and onboard new talent to build a diverse and inclusive team that embodies Sephora's values
• Deliver real-time coaching, actionable feedback, and ongoing mentorship to maximize team members' potential
• Conduct impactful performance appraisals and provide career development guidance
• Ensure consistently outstanding service, skillfully resolve client concerns, and actively drive engagement through loyalty programs
• Maintain a visually inspiring, immaculate store environment and ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, and brand guidelines
• Optimize inventory and staffing resources while adapting to shifting priorities in a dynamic retail landscape

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments
• Strong ability to recruit, inspire, and develop top talent
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to build trust and clarity across teams and clients
• Genuine commitment to empowering teams through mentorship and coaching
• Deep experience creating personalized client experiences that build loyalty while balancing operational priorities
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend and stretch to stock shelves, and stand and walk the sales floor for entire shifts

Skills

Experience

Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager or equivalent leadership role in fast-paced, high-volume retail environments, with a proven track record of driving results and elevating team performance through hands-on leadership.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; additional retail management certifications or relevant training preferred.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,700 to USD 92,750 per annum.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision; fully covered disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 4% employer match; FSA and HSA programs; Student Debt Retirement plan; vacation and sick paid time off; protected leave; tuition reimbursement; 30% employee discount on all merchandise and services; free product opportunities; flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products; free mental health coaching through Modern Health; financial coaching resources; volunteer and donation matching.

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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