Sephora Operations Leader

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Location
DeerfieldIllinoisUSA
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Manager
Compensation
$26–34/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted
Apr 10, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a leading global beauty retailer known for its wide assortment of prestige cosmetics, fragrances and skincare brands and its innovative omnichannel customer experience. As part of the LVMH group, Sephora combines fast-paced retail operations with a strong emphasis on brand presentation, store theatre and talent development across its network of boutiques.

Sephora — Operations Leader in Deerfield, IL. Full-time retail role overseeing inventory, merchandising and team leadership. $26–$34/hr.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily store operations including inventory management, replenishment, receiving and order fulfillment to ensure accuracy and availability.
  • Lead visual merchandising, promotional setups and store maintenance to uphold Sephora brand standards and drive conversion.
  • Coach, train and develop the operations team on selling behaviours, operational processes, performance metrics and company initiatives.
  • Partner with sales teams to deliver exceptional client experience and contribute to achieving store sales and service goals.
  • Enforce company policies, health & safety standards and loss-prevention practices to create a safe shopping environment.
  • Manage scheduling expectations and maintain reliable attendance; be available for peak retail hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Perform physical tasks as required, including lifting and moving product up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in retail operations or hospitality; 3+ years preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead, coach and motivate teams to achieve performance and customer-service objectives.
  • Strong organizational aptitude with keen attention to detail and effective problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster an inclusive, team-oriented culture.
  • Demonstrated time-management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform occasional physical tasks on the salesfloor and stockroom.

Skills

Inventory management Replenishment and order fulfillment Visual merchandising and promotional execution Team coaching and performance management Loss prevention and store safety procedures Scheduling and workforce reliability Customer service and client experience support

Experience

Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in retail operations or hospitality; 3+ years preferred, with demonstrated success coaching teams and managing store-level inventory and merchandising.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary coursework in business, retail management or a related field preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in Deerfield, Illinois, USA, within easy reach of Chicago.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 26 to USD 34 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (based on eligibility).

Culture

Sephora cultivates a high-energy, client-centric retail culture that values diversity, inclusion and continuous learning. The company emphasizes people development and offers clear pathways for career progression within a dynamic beauty 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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