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Posted Mar 6, 2026

Join Sephora in Neuilly-sur-Seine as a Europe Marketing Category Director, leading strategic marketing initiatives across the region.

Overview

Sephora, a leading global beauty retailer, is part of the prestigious LVMH Group. Known for its innovative approach to beauty retail, Sephora offers a diverse range of products from nearly 500 brands, including its own Sephora Collection. With a strong presence in 35 countries, Sephora is committed to inclusivity and empowerment, creating a vibrant community for both customers and employees.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic marketing plans for the European region.
  • Lead a team of strategic marketers to drive brand partnerships and retailer preference.
  • Collaborate with Merchant Category Brands Director to develop brand-led strategies.
  • Orchestrate 360° marketing expertise, coordinating with global teams and functional experts.
  • Serve as the primary marketing contact for brand activations and category strategy.
  • Manage Sephora brand-led omni-channel marketing activation plans.
  • Build and maintain long-term partnerships with brand partners across Europe.
  • Lead data-driven performance analysis and reporting to track marketing effectiveness.
  • Manage and inspire a team of 8 to 9 marketing professionals.

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in brand management or marketing in a consumer-facing business.
  • Experience with digital content publishing or digital agencies.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills.
  • Proven leadership and relationship-building abilities.

Skills

Strategic marketing planning Team leadership and management Data-driven analysis and reporting Cross-functional collaboration Effective communication and presentation

Experience

A minimum of 15 years in brand management or marketing, preferably with a background at Sephora or similar consumer-facing businesses.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, with easy access to Paris. 166 luxury roles are listed in Neuilly-sur-Seine on Cerulean, 7 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the Île-de-France region, Cerulean lists 3.792 open positions — 85 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 4.365 open roles in France, including 95 added in the last 48 hours.

Culture

Sephora fosters a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, embracing authenticity and diversity. Employees are encouraged to innovate and lead, contributing to a vibrant and inclusive community.

About Cerulean

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