Sephora Project Manager, Merchandising
- Location
- San FranciscoCaliforniaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $102,000–114,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Aug 26, 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.
Project Manager, Merchandising at Sephora in San Francisco. Lead cross-functional initiatives, manage campaigns and seasonal projects, $102K–$114K annually.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead multiple concurrent merchandising projects including seasonal moments, campaigns, promotions, and minis from kickoff through completion
- Build and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and action plans while maintaining stakeholder visibility
- Coordinate cross-functional partners across Merchandising and the organization, establishing clarity on roles, dependencies, decisions, and next steps
- Anticipate project risks, resource constraints, and potential roadblocks; develop solutions and escalate issues appropriately
- Provide clear, concise project updates to leadership and key stakeholders, emphasizing progress, decisions, risks, and required actions
- Manage creative asset reviews and approvals, ensuring feedback is captured, aligned, and incorporated within established timelines
- Facilitate assortment-management activities and support accurate, timely execution of merchandising plans
- Develop and manage fixture briefs in partnership with merchants and cross-functional teams
- Support optimization of merchandising systems and tools including Monday.com and Smartsheet to enhance visibility and collaboration
- Identify and implement process improvements within Merchandising Operations and across the broader organization
- Partner with Sephora at Kohl's merchants to strengthen coordination and improve team efficiency
- Maintain clear, current process documentation, templates, and team resources that reflect evolving workflows
- Execute additional projects and responsibilities as business priorities evolve
Qualifications
- 5+ years of project management experience
- Experience in retail, merchandising, beauty, or related environment preferred
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Hands-on experience using Monday.com and Smartsheet to manage projects and timelines
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities
Skills
Experience
5+ years of project management experience, preferably in retail, merchandising, or beauty environments. Demonstrated success managing multiple complex projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines in fast-paced organizational settings.
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
Workplace
This position is based in San Francisco, California, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 102,000 to USD 114,000 per annum.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision); fully covered disability and life insurance; competitive 401(k) with 4% employer match; FSA and HSA programs; Student Debt Retirement Plan allowing student loan payments to qualify for 401(k) match; PTO and flexibility with protected leave; access to training, development, and tuition reimbursement; 30% employee discount on all merchandise and services; access to free mental health coaching (Modern Health) and financial coaching (Financial Finesse) available 24/7; volunteer and donation matching 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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