Sephora Category Management Assistant
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Sep 18, 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 12-month makeup category internship in Neuilly-sur-Seine: support European brand portfolio management and launch strategies.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support Category Managers in managing exclusive and selective makeup brands across 18 European markets
- Oversee makeup portfolio strategy through assortment analysis, performance monitoring, and planogram management
- Coordinate new product launches including referencing processes and demand forecasting
- Execute cross-functional store assortment projects and brand initiatives
- Analyze sales performance data across store banners, brands, and product segments to identify trends and opportunities
- Develop and implement action plans to achieve commercial objectives
- Facilitate stakeholder communication with European brands and country teams
Qualifications
- Baccalauréat +4 or +5 qualification: commerce school diploma or equivalent university degree
- Fluent English proficiency (required)
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building capabilities
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to organizational detail and rigor
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
- Prior experience in operational marketing, category management, or retail commerce preferred
Skills
Experience
Beginner level; preference for prior exposure to operational marketing, category management, or retail commerce
Education
Bachelor's degree (Bac +4 or +5) from a commerce school or equivalent university program
Workplace
This position is based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
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.
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