Sephora Operations Associate

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Employment Part-Time
Seniority Entry-Level
Compensation $21.75–28/hour
Posted Mar 17, 2026

Sephora seeks a Part‑Time Operations Associate in New York City (NY‑Soho) to manage inventory, visual merchandising and daily store operations, $21.75–$28/hr.

Overview

Sephora is a global beauty retailer renowned for its curated multi‑brand assortment and immersive in‑store experiences. As part of the LVMH selective distribution network, the brand emphasizes innovation, client education, and a retail environment that blends product expertise with exceptional service.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Execute daily store operations including opening/closing procedures and maintaining operational standards.
  • Manage inventory processes: stock replenishment, receiving, order fulfilment, and accurate stock counts.
  • Support visual merchandising to ensure promotional displays and events reflect Sephora brand guidelines.
  • Deliver and support exceptional client experiences, assisting the sales team to help achieve store objectives.
  • Adhere to company policies to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming shopping environment.
  • Maintain punctuality and a reliable schedule, covering required shifts including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience in a similar role or in retail, hospitality, or another client‑facing environment.
  • Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities with strong attention to detail.
  • Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills; proven team player.
  • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform manual tasks on the shopfloor.
  • Ability to learn quickly and communicate product knowledge to colleagues and clients.

Skills

Inventory management Visual merchandising Client service / retail customer care Organisational and time management skills Verbal communication and interpersonal skills Teamwork and collaboration Punctuality and reliability Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Experience

1–2 years in a comparable retail, hospitality or client‑focused role; experience with inventory and merchandising preferred.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Workplace

The role is situated in New York City, New York, USA. There are currently 37 open positions in New York City on Cerulean. Within New York, Cerulean currently features 1.748 open roles, including 21 recent additions. Across USA, Cerulean lists 3.512 open roles — 137 of them newly added.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 21.75 to USD 28 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (eligibility‑based).

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, client‑centric retail culture that values diversity, continuous learning and creativity. The workplace prioritises team collaboration, product education and a high standard of service consistent with the brand's experiential retail identity.

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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