Sephora Sales Manager (Apprenticeship)

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Posted Mar 21, 2026

Sephora — Sales Manager (Apprenticeship) in Strasbourg (Mundolsheim). Apprenticeship to train in retail management and lead a beauty sales team.

Overview

Sephora is a global prestige beauty retailer and a member of the LVMH family of maisons. The brand is known for its broad assortment of luxury and niche beauty products, an experiential store concept, and intensive investment in talent development across retail, merchandising and client experience functions.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the store leadership by co-managing the commercial performance of a designated department or axis (e.g., Fragrance, Skincare, Makeup, Cash, Operations) in day‑to‑day operations.
  • Plan, organise and schedule team activity to deliver sales targets and operational objectives; activate growth levers defined in the commercial and people development plan.
  • Coach, motivate and develop sales advisors through on‑the‑job training, feedback and performance follow‑up to ensure an exceptional client experience.
  • Contribute to the execution of merchandising, product launches and promotional campaigns within the assigned perimeter.
  • Act as a proactive contributor to the department’s commercial project by proposing initiatives to improve sales, conversion and client satisfaction.
  • Ensure compliance with store operational standards, opening/closing procedures and cash handling when required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (Bac+3) minimum; currently enrolled in or preparing a Master 1 or Master 2 in commercial/retail management via alternance.
  • Strong customer service orientation with a passion for beauty and luxury retail.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and appetite to coach and mobilise teams toward collective targets.
  • High motivation, resilience and readiness to work in a dynamic, sales‑driven retail environment.
  • Flexible availability for on‑site retail schedules, including weekends and peak trading periods.

Skills

Team leadership and coaching Customer service excellence Retail merchandising and visual standards Sales planning and KPI monitoring Execution of product launches and promotional activities Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Experience

Entry‑level; suitable for candidates with limited professional experience who are enrolled in or transitioning into a Master’s programme. Past internships or seasonal retail experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) minimum; enrolled in a Master 1 or Master 2 in commercial or retail management via alternance.

Workplace

This position is based in Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France. Cerulean lists 11 open roles in Strasbourg, including 2 posted recently. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.423 open positions, with 236 posted this week.

Culture

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, high‑energy retail culture that values authenticity, diversity and continual learning. The company encourages personal development and leadership through practical, store‑based training and mentoring within a collaborative team environment.

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

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