- Location
- San Francisco California USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $31–34/hour
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Oct 13, 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 is hiring a full-time, permanent Merchandising Coordinator in San Francisco on a hybrid schedule to support its Merchant team and makeup merchandising. The role coordinates product launches and information, manages assortment updates and reporting, supports brand partnerships, and provides administrative and cross-functional project support; target pay is $31–$34 per hour, with actual pay dependent on relevant factors, and the role may be eligible for bonuses.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner with brands and the Merchant team to manage deliverables and timelines for new product launches, ensuring assets and product information are received accurately and on time.
- Manage product and asset updates with brand partners to optimize the client experience and support business objectives.
- Support creative reviews across the assigned brand portfolio, helping ensure products are represented accurately across channels and client-facing materials.
- Support day-to-day product assortment management, including data entry, product setup, updates, and ongoing maintenance.
- Run weekly and monthly cross-world reports and provide reporting support to Merchants to help monitor the business and strengthen brand relationships.
- Request, organize, and track product samples and comps from brands for cross-functional projects and business needs.
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Merchant team, including calendar management, meeting coordination, agendas, and other team needs.
- Build relationships with brand partners and cross-functional teams, clearly communicating updates, priorities, and next steps.
- Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Identify opportunities to improve business processes and ways of working.
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in merchandising, retail, beauty, or a related field; beauty industry experience is a plus.
- College degree or equivalent relevant experience.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Skills
Experience
1–2 years in merchandising, retail, beauty, or a related field; beauty industry experience is a plus.
Education
College degree or equivalent relevant experience.
Workplace
This position is based in San Francisco, California, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 31 to USD 34 per hour.
Benefits
Eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid disability and life insurance; a 401(k) with a 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; a student debt retirement plan with qualifying student loan payments eligible for the 401(k) match; PTO, flexibility, and protected leave; training, development, and tuition reimbursement; a 30% discount on merchandise and services, free product or “gratis,” and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products; 24/7 access to mental health and financial coaching through Modern Health and Financial Finesse; and volunteer and donation matching. Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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