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Employment Part-Time
Seniority Entry-Level
Compensation $18–23/hour
Posted Mar 17, 2026

Sephora — Operations Associate (Part-time) in Kansas City, MO. Join the Country Club Plaza store to manage inventory, merchandising and daily store operations.

Overview

Sephora is a global beauty retailer renowned for its curated assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare and fragrance. The brand is recognised for its experiential store design, strong client service culture and commitment to product education. Sephora is part of the LVMH group and operates a fast-paced, retail-first environment that emphasises inclusivity, innovation and continuous learning.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day store operations including opening and closing procedures, cash handling and maintaining operational standards.
  • Manage inventory activities: stock replenishment, receiving shipments, cycle counts and order fulfillment to ensure merchandise availability.
  • Execute visual merchandising and promotional setups to reflect brand standards and support store events.
  • Deliver and support exceptional client experiences by assisting sales teams and ensuring the selling floor is well presented and stocked.
  • Promote a collaborative, inclusive team culture and uphold company policies to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience in retail, hospitality or another client-facing environment.
  • Proven organisational and time-management abilities with a keen attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform prolonged periods of standing.
  • Reliable availability for peak retail hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Inventory management Stock replenishment Order fulfillment Visual merchandising Client service Effective communication Time management Physical stamina (lift up to 50 lbs)

Experience

1–2 years in a retail, hospitality or client-focused role; demonstrable experience supporting store operations and merchandising. Entry-level to early-career candidates welcome.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Across the Missouri region, Cerulean lists 9 open positions. Cerulean currently advertises 3.512 open roles in USA, including 137 added in the last 48 hours.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 18 to USD 23 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits based on eligibility.

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, education-driven retail culture where diversity and self-expression are championed. The workplace is fast-paced and client-centric, offering significant opportunities for skills development within a global luxury retail platform.

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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