Sephora Sales Manager (Apprenticeship)
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About Sephora
Sephora is a leading global prestige beauty retailer and a member of the LVMH group. The brand is known for its broad assortment of cosmetics, skincare and fragrance, its experiential store environments and its strong emphasis on talent development and retail excellence.
Sephora — Sales Manager (Apprenticeship) in Avignon: apprenticeship to develop retail leadership, manage a store department and drive commercial performance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Act as the commercial lead for a dedicated department/axis (Perfume, Skincare, Makeup, Cash, Operations) in partnership with the store’s supervising manager.
- Organize and plan daily activity and staffing for the team, aligning schedules and resources with the commercial development plan.
- Activate and animate growth levers to deliver sales targets and margin objectives for the assigned perimeter.
- Support and drive the department’s commercial project, proposing initiatives to enhance customer experience and conversion.
- Coach, motivate and accompany sales advisors toward shared objectives, ensuring a consistent, high-quality customer experience.
- Monitor relevant KPIs and assist in visual merchandising, stock rotation and operational execution to optimise performance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3/Bac+4) completed and currently enrolled in a Master’s programme (M1 or M2) in commercial management, retail management or equivalent.
- Strong customer-service orientation and a genuine interest in beauty retail.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Capacity to work in a fast-paced, results-driven retail environment and to adapt to changing priorities.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level; suitable for candidates with little or no prior professional experience. Previous customer-facing or retail experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3/Bac+4) and current enrolment in a Master’s programme (M1 or M2) in commercial/retail management or equivalent.
Workplace
The role is situated in Avignon, Avignon, France — conveniently close to Marseille.
Culture
Sephora cultivates an inclusive, team-oriented culture that values authenticity, creativity and personal development. The brand offers structured training and opportunities to grow within a dynamic retail environment known for its emphasis on customer experience and leadership development.
About Cerulean
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