Sephora Operations Associate

Location
Employment Part-Time
Seniority Junior
Compensation $18–23/hour
Department Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
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Sephora in Pasadena, TX is hiring a Part‑Time Operations Associate (inventory & merchandising). Hourly pay $18–$23/hr.

Overview

Sephora is a global prestige beauty retailer and a brand within the LVMH group, known for an extensive assortment of cosmetics, skincare and fragrance. The brand emphasizes customer experience, product expertise and a culture of inclusion while operating large-scale retail footprints and digital platforms worldwide.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support daily store operations to ensure a smooth, client‑first shopping experience.
  • Manage inventory activities including stock replenishment, cycle counts and order fulfillment.
  • Execute visual merchandising and promotional setups to maintain brand standards and support events.
  • Assist the sales team to deliver outstanding client service and help achieve store sales targets.
  • Maintain operational standards and follow company policies to ensure a safe and secure environment.
  • Adhere to scheduling requirements, including availability for nights, weekends and holiday shifts, and maintain reliable attendance.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience in retail, hospitality, or another client‑facing environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and effective time management under fast‑paced conditions.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal abilities; team‑oriented and goal driven.
  • Ability to learn and communicate product information quickly.
  • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform frequent stocking tasks.
  • Availability to work required weekly shifts and peak retail hours (nights, weekends, holidays).

Skills

Inventory management Visual merchandising Stock replenishment Order fulfillment Client service Communication Time management Physical stamina (lifting up to 50 lbs)

Experience

1–2 years in a retail, hospitality, or client‑facing role; previous exposure to merchandising and inventory tasks preferred.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; formal higher education is not required for this role.

Workplace

This position is based in Pasadena, Texas, USA, within easy reach of Houston. The broader Texas area accounts for 177 active listings on Cerulean, 20 of which are new. In USA as a whole, Cerulean currently features 3.531 open positions, with 254 posted this week.

Compensation

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

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits offered based on eligibility.

Culture

Sephora cultivates a diverse, inclusive beauty community that values product expertise and client experience. The brand promotes collaboration, continuous learning and empowerment across its retail teams while operating in a fast‑moving, creative retail environment.

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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