Sephora Corner Manager
- Location
- Aarau Aargau Switzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 28, 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 seeks an experienced Corner Manager to lead a beauty retail corner at its Aarau location on a full-time, permanent basis beginning November 2026. The role encompasses team management and development, sales target achievement, visual merchandising oversight, customer service excellence, and inventory management. The candidate will serve as a brand ambassador for Sephora's values while driving store performance through analytical retail practices and hands-on floor presence.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage, develop, and coach the team while conducting career development and performance appraisals
- Embody and communicate the Sephora Attitude and brand DNA to staff and customers
- Drive monthly and annual sales targets with a focus on year-on-year growth
- Analyse retail performance metrics and implement targeted sales activities to enhance store performance
- Maintain exemplary visual merchandising standards and oversee timely implementation of promotional displays and animations
- Ensure consistently high-quality customer service delivery with a team-centric approach
- Oversee store opening and closing procedures, including cash register reconciliation
- Manage inventory operations including receiving, storage, write-offs, returns, and tester product management
Qualifications
- Minimum 4–5 years of retail experience, preferably in the beauty or prestige beauty sector
- Proven management and team leadership experience with an empathetic leadership approach
- Demonstrated ability to engage customers and develop employee potential
- Analytical and commercial mindset
- Strong hands-on presence on the shop floor
- Basic proficiency in SAP and Excel preferred
- Fluent in English and the native language of Switzerland (German, French, or Italian)
Skills
Experience
Minimum 4–5 years of retail experience, preferably in the beauty or prestige beauty sector, with proven management and team leadership capabilities.
Education
No specific formal educational requirement stated; demonstrated competency in retail operations and management is prioritized.
Workplace
The role is situated in Aarau, Aargau, Switzerland — conveniently close to Zurich.
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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