Sephora Customer Experience Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jul 24, 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.
Customer Experience Manager at Sephora UK, London. Lead store operations and craft immersive beauty retail experiences in this permanent, full-time role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead overall store strategy, commercial performance, and customer experience vision, positioning Sephora as the ultimate beauty destination
- Develop and execute omni-channel customer experience initiatives, utilizing CRM tools and customer insights to personalize journeys and build long-term relationships
- Innovate and curate beauty services, masterclasses, and experiential moments that deepen customer engagement and elevate brand reputation
- Analyze key service and satisfaction metrics to identify improvement opportunities and drive continuous operational optimization
- Respond to customer feedback with targeted initiatives and strategic actions that enhance satisfaction and foster loyalty
- Collaborate with Beauty Department Managers and cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive, seamless service experiences across all touchpoints
- Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs across Makeup, Skincare, Fragrance, and Services to elevate team expertise and confidence
- Coach and mentor team members through live floor moments, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture through knowledge-sharing and strong communication
- Drive commercial performance through sales analytics and strategic initiatives, collaborating with brands and Marketing to co-create compelling in-store events and activations
- Manage performance conversations, scheduling needs, and recruitment partnerships to attract and onboard top talent
- Utilize sales and service analytics to inform future planning and optimize both customer experience and business outcomes
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in customer experience management, retail leadership, or beauty industry roles
- Proven track record of leading and motivating diverse, high-performing retail or customer-facing teams
- Demonstrated expertise in omnichannel experience design and customer relationship management (CRM) tools and methodologies
- Strong knowledge of beauty services, products, and current industry trends
- Excellent analytical capabilities with confidence in using data and performance metrics to inform business decisions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail management systems
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments and adapt quickly to evolving retail concepts
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in customer experience management, retail operations, or beauty sector roles, with demonstrated success leading and developing customer-facing teams in dynamic retail environments.
Education
No specific educational qualification explicitly stated; relevant retail management, business administration, or beauty industry certifications are advantageous.
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
Benefits
Industry-leading product, customer care and development training through Sephora University; role and location-specific allowances including shoes and lunch provisions; competitive salary with annual performance-based reviews; performance-based commission tied to collective store success; generous employee discount across prestige beauty brands; paid birthday day off; access to perks and wellbeing platform offering discounts and wellness support; generous holiday allowance with option to purchase additional days.
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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