Sephora Operations Associate

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Location
RaleighNorth CarolinaUSA
Employment
Part-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$18–23/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted
Apr 8, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a leading global beauty retailer renowned for its curated assortment of prestige cosmetics, skincare and fragrance. Operating a dense network of stores alongside a robust digital platform, Sephora emphasizes experiential retail, product education and a client-first service model. The brand is part of the wider LVMH group and is known for fast-paced retail operations, strong visual merchandising standards and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Sephora, Raleigh: Operations Associate (Part-Time) at Brier Creek Commons — inventory, merchandising and client-service role, $18–$23/hr.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Execute daily store operations including inventory management, stock replenishment and order fulfilment to preserve stock integrity and availability.
  • Maintain operational standards across back-of-house organisation, receiving, and stockroom procedures.
  • Support visual merchandising and promotional setups to ensure displays accurately reflect brand guidelines and campaign requirements.
  • Contribute to event execution and in-store activations to maximise client engagement and sell-through.
  • Deliver exceptional client service on the sales floor and support the team in meeting sales targets and KPIs.
  • Promote a collaborative, inclusive environment and adhere to company policies to ensure a safe and welcoming shopping experience.
  • Maintain punctuality and reliability; be available for scheduled shifts including peak retail hours (evenings, weekends and holidays).

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years’ experience in retail, hospitality or other client-facing environments, preferably in a store operations or merchandising capacity.
  • Proven organisational and time-management capabilities with attention to operational detail.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to convey product knowledge to clients and colleagues.
  • Team-oriented, goal-driven mindset and the capacity to work in a high-volume, fast-paced retail environment.
  • Physically able to lift and carry merchandise up to 50 pounds and perform standing, bending and stock tasks for extended periods.
  • Availability to meet minimum weekly shift requirements and work peak retail hours.

Skills

Inventory management Stock replenishment Order fulfilment Visual merchandising Promotional setup and execution Client service Verbal communication Time management Teamwork

Experience

Entry-level experience required: typically 1–2 years in retail, hospitality or a client-facing position with exposure to inventory and merchandising tasks.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in retail, merchandising or customer service is advantageous.

Workplace

The role is situated in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.

Compensation

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

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (eligibility-based).

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, client-centric culture that prizes experiential retail, creativity and product expertise. The workplace is fast-paced and collaborative, offering employees exposure to category-leading merchandising and customer engagement practices within the LVMH portfolio.

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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