Sephora Beauty Advisor

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Employment Part-time
Seniority Entry-Level
Compensation $18–23/hour
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Sephora in Durham, NC is hiring a Part‑Time Beauty Advisor at $18–$23/hr. Provide personalized consultations and drive sales at Southpoint store.

Overview

Sephora is a global beauty retailer and part of the LVMH selective retail portfolio, renowned for a wide assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare, fragrance and tools. The brand emphasizes product innovation, education and an inclusive customer experience, and offers structured retail training and career pathways within a fast‑paced luxury retail environment.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized beauty consultations and tailored product recommendations that address each client's needs and preferences.
  • Demonstrate product expertise across makeup, skincare and fragrance; educate and empower clients to build routine and confidence.
  • Achieve sales targets and key performance indicators through consultative selling and client relationship development.
  • Maintain store presentation, visual merchandising and inventory accuracy to ensure a welcoming retail environment.
  • Stay current with beauty trends, new launches and application techniques to provide relevant, trend-forward advice.
  • Foster an inclusive, collaborative team environment and uphold Sephora’s standards for safety, security and customer experience.
  • Work a flexible schedule to cover peak retail hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays; meet minimum weekly shift requirements.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in retail, hospitality or other client-facing roles with demonstrable customer service and relationship-building skills.
  • Passion for beauty products, trends and a commitment to ongoing product learning.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable conducting one-on-one consultations.
  • Reliable attendance, punctuality and ability to meet scheduling requirements for peak retail operations.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as required for merchandising and inventory tasks.

Skills

Personalized client consultations Product knowledge (makeup, skincare, fragrance) Retail sales and KPI-driven selling Customer service and relationship building Merchandising and inventory support Trend awareness and product education Excellent communication skills Team collaboration Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds Flexible schedule availability (nights, weekends, holidays)

Experience

Entry-level role; previous retail, hospitality or client-facing experience preferred with a proven ability to deliver excellent service and build client relationships.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in Durham, North Carolina, USA, within easy reach of Raleigh. The broader North Carolina area accounts for 27 active listings on Cerulean, 1 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 2.202 open positions, with 77 posted this week.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 18 to USD 23 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (eligibility-based).

Culture

Sephora cultivates a fast-paced, inclusive retail culture focused on education, creativity and client empowerment. The workplace values diversity, team collaboration and continuous learning, providing employees with training and opportunities to grow within a global luxury retail network.

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.