Sephora Operations Lead

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Supervisor
Compensation
$22.20–26.10/hour
Posted
Jun 23, 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.

Operations Lead at Sephora Milton, ON—manage store operations, inventory, and team. Full-time, CAD$22.20–$26.10/hr.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all operations team members, including overnight stock crews and operations leadership staff
  • Direct inventory management processes including shipping, receiving, returns, and cycle counting within company guidelines
  • Oversee visual merchandising concepts and in-store displays to maintain brand standards
  • Manage in-house and third-party cleaning crews, providing feedback, coaching, and escalation as needed
  • Maintain appropriate budget and inventory levels for supplies, testers, and samples
  • Develop and execute budget strategies aligned with store performance and controllable expenses
  • Perform performance management for operations team with timely feedback and follow-up
  • Serve as Manager on Duty, engaging with Beauty Advisors and clients on the sales floor
  • Demonstrate expertise in store sales performance, staffing, payroll, and expense management

Qualifications

  • One to three years of experience in a similar operations role at a comparable retail volume store
  • Proven ability to influence peers and provide constructive feedback
  • Strong store operations and inventory management skills
  • Demonstrated effective time management and problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment

Skills

Inventory management Staff management and coaching Budget development and analysis Visual merchandising execution Performance management Retail operations Problem-solving Time management

Experience

Minimum of one to three years in a similar operations leadership role at a comparable-volume retail store or equivalent internal retail experience.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; retail management or operations certification preferred.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Milton, Ontario, Canada, with easy access to Toronto.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 22.20 to CAD 26.10 per hour.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunities, competitive benefits program, robust learning and development initiatives, employee recognition programs.

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.

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Sephora

Sephora Operations Lead

Milton, Canada

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