Sephora Beauty Advisor - Flex

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Location
USA
└Oregon
└Portland
Employment
Part-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$18–20.50/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted
May 1, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a leading global beauty retailer known for a broad assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare and fragrance brands and immersive in-store experiences. The company operates trend-forward retail environments and emphasizes inclusivity, education and career mobility; Sephora is part of the LVMH group of maisons.

Sephora Portland, OR is hiring a Beauty Advisor - Flex (part-time). $18.00–$20.50/hr; flexible schedule and personalized beauty consultations.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized consultations and tailored product recommendations that address each client’s needs and preferences.
  • Demonstrate product expertise through hands-on demonstrations, application techniques and ingredient knowledge to educate and empower clients.
  • Keep abreast of beauty trends, new product launches and category innovation to provide relevant, up-to-date advice.
  • Drive sales performance and KPIs through consultative selling, clienteling and goal-oriented activities.
  • Maintain visual merchandising standards and support inventory processes to ensure a clean, organized and inviting shopping environment.
  • Uphold company policies, safety and loss-prevention procedures to create a secure and enjoyable client experience.
  • Contribute to an inclusive team culture by collaborating with colleagues and supporting Sephora’s values of openness and belonging.
  • Work a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays and meet the role’s minimum weekly shift requirements.

Qualifications

  • Previous retail, hospitality or client-facing experience preferred with a demonstrated ability to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Passion for beauty, trends and helping clients build confidence through products and technique.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; able to build rapport quickly with diverse clientele.
  • Team-oriented mindset, comfortable working in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
  • Ability to learn product knowledge quickly and convey information clearly to clients.
  • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
  • Availability for flexible scheduling including nights, weekends and holidays; meet minimum weekly shift requirements for Flex scheduling (4–14 hrs/week).

Skills

Consultative selling Product demonstration and recommendation Client relationship building Trend and product knowledge in cosmetics/skincare/fragrance Merchandising and inventory maintenance Effective verbal communication and active listening

Experience

Entry-level — prior retail, hospitality or client-facing experience is preferred but not strictly required. Demonstrated customer service aptitude and a passion for beauty are valued.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Workplace

The role is situated in Portland, Oregon, USA.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 18 to USD 20.50 per hour.

Benefits

Inclusion & Belonging pledge; comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (eligibility-based).

Culture

Sephora fosters a fast-paced, trend-driven retail culture that prioritizes inclusivity, education and personal development. Teams are collaborative and performance-oriented, with an emphasis on product expertise and exceptional client experiences.

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.

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