Sephora Sales and Service Leader
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- $28–32/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jun 5, 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.
Sephora hiring Sales and Service Leader, Washington DC. Full-time, $28–$32/hr. Lead retail team, coach staff, drive sales performance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire team members to deliver exceptional client service and achieve sales goals
- Coach and empower team members through ongoing feedback and development to elevate performance
- Contribute to overall store success through strong client engagement, expert product knowledge, and personalized recommendations
- Support onboarding and continuous learning in service excellence, loyalty programs, and brand initiatives
- Assist with inventory management, visual merchandising, and maintenance of store standards
- Promote a culture of openness and inclusivity where team members feel empowered
- Execute daily store operations while upholding Sephora policies and standards
- Foster a safe and enjoyable shopping experience for all clients
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in retail, hospitality, or service environment
- Proven ability to coach and inspire teams to achieve goals
- Strong sales and client service skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Quick learner capable of absorbing and sharing product knowledge
- Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2 years of proven leadership experience in a retail, hospitality, or service-oriented environment, with demonstrated ability to coach and inspire teams toward sales and service objectives.
Workplace
This position is based in Washington, District of Columbia, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 28 to USD 32 per hour.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits based on eligibility; Inclusion and belonging initiatives celebrating diversity and uniqueness.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 Service Leader», «Sales Operations Supervisor», «Client Experience Leader», «Retail Shift Supervisor», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.