Sephora Operations Leader

Closed The candidacy window for this position at Sephora has closed.

While this position is no longer receiving submissions as of April 8, 2026, we invite you to explore further opportunities at Sephora or browse all open roles.

Continue Your Search

We invite you to review more currently available roles:

Location
TorranceCaliforniaUSA
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Manager
Compensation
$28–34.30/hour
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted
Apr 8, 2026

About Sephora

Sephora is a global prestige beauty retailer known for an expansive assortment of cosmetics, skincare and fragrance brands and an omnichannel shopping experience. The brand is part of the LVMH group and is recognized for progressive retail innovation, emphasis on client experience, and investment in employee development across its store network.

Sephora — Operations Leader (Full-time) in Torrance, CA. Lead store operations, inventory and team coaching at Rolling Hills Plaza (Hourly $28.00–$34.30/hr).

Role & Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day store operations including inventory management, replenishment, and order fulfillment to ensure product availability and operational efficiency.
  • Lead visual merchandising and execute promotional rollouts and store maintenance to maintain brand standards and drive sales.
  • Coach, develop and schedule operations team members; train on operational processes, selling behaviors and performance metrics.
  • Partner with sales teams to support exceptional client experience and contribute to achieving store sales and service targets.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety procedures and operational standards while fostering an inclusive, collaborative team culture.
  • Maintain reliable scheduling and availability during peak retail hours (nights, weekends and holidays); meet required weekly hours (30–40 hrs).

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2–3 years of leadership experience in retail operations, store management or hospitality with demonstrable team coaching results.
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams to achieve operational and commercial goals.
  • Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and effective problem‑solving capability.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize in a dynamic retail environment.
  • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as required.

Skills

Inventory management Replenishment and order fulfillment Visual merchandising Team coaching and development Performance metrics and KPI monitoring Time management Customer service and client experience

Experience

2–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in retail operations or hospitality, with hands-on responsibility for inventory, merchandising and team development.

Education

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

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Torrance, California, USA, with easy access to Los Angeles.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 28 to USD 34.30 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (eligibility-based).

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, fast-paced retail culture that celebrates individuality and continuous learning. The company emphasizes client-centric service, innovation in retail experiences and clear pathways for employee development within a diverse workforce.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

A.

The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Sephora, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Store Operations Manager», «Retail Operations Lead», «Operations Supervisor», «Inventory & Merchandising Lead», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.