Sephora Sales Manager (Apprenticeship)
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 19, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global leader in prestige beauty retail and is part of the LVMH group. The brand is recognized for its broad product assortment, experiential store environments and commitment to talent development, diversity and service excellence across its retail network.
Sephora Rouen — Sales Manager (Apprenticeship). Apprenticeship role to co-manage a beauty department, coach sales teams and drive commercial performance on site.
Role & Responsibilities
- Co-manage the commercial activity of a designated department/area (Perfumery, Skincare, Makeup, Cash, Operations) alongside the store leadership.
- Organize and plan daily and weekly team activities to execute the commercial and human development plan for the assigned perimeter.
- Animate sales-growth levers and contribute proposals to the department’s commercial strategy and merchandising.
- Motivate, coach and develop Sales Advisors to achieve shared targets while delivering exceptional client experiences.
- Monitor and report on sales KPIs for the department and assist in operational tasks (replenishment, visual standards, cash procedures).
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) or higher; candidate must be pursuing or intending to pursue a Master 1 or Master 2 in commercial management or equivalent (contrat d'alternance).
- Demonstrated customer-service orientation and strong interpersonal skills.
- Aptitude and ambition to lead, motivate and develop retail teams.
- Proactive mindset with a desire to propose and implement commercial initiatives.
- Flexibility to work retail hours and to operate on site at the Rouen Saint-Sever store.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level — suitable for recent graduates or students with limited professional experience who are seeking an apprenticeship to develop retail management skills in a high-volume beauty environment.
Education
Bac+3 minimum; enrolled in or preparing for a Master 1 or Master 2 in management, commercial management or a related discipline (alternance/apprenticeship required).
Workplace
The role is situated in Rouen, Rouen, France.
Culture
Sephora cultivates a lively, inclusive retail culture where authenticity and team collaboration are prized. The company emphasizes personal development and offers structured training pathways for aspiring leaders within the beauty retail sector.
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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