Sephora Stock Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Apr 8, 2026
About Sephora
SEPHORA UK is the British arm of the global prestige beauty retailer, part of the LVMH family. The brand is known for its broad portfolio of prestige and niche beauty labels alongside its own SEPHORA Collection, and for operating fast‑paced, experiential stores that prioritise product discovery, customer service and professional development.
SEPHORA UK is hiring a Stock Manager in Cardiff to lead stockroom operations, inventory control and team development.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead day‑to‑day stockroom operations, ensuring accurate receiving, inspection, processing and timely availability of product on the sales floor.
- Supervise, train and coach Beauty Advisors on stock organisation, inventory processes, safety procedures and loss‑prevention protocols.
- Manage inventory control through regular audits, monitoring stock levels, replenishment and corrective actions to maintain accuracy and reduce shrinkage.
- Optimise stockroom layout, stock flow and operational procedures to improve efficiency during peak trading and promotions.
- Use sales and service analytics to inform stock planning, replenishment priorities and operational decisions.
- Support People Leaders with employee relations matters, performance management, attendance and development plans.
- Maintain compliant, safe and organised store and stockroom environments aligned with SEPHORA standards.
- Assist with customer product enquiries when required and participate in new store opening activities (unboxing, organising and preparing stock).
Qualifications
- Minimum three years' retail leadership experience with demonstrable responsibility for stock management and operational delivery.
- Proven ability to coach, develop and motivate retail teams; experience setting goals and conducting performance check‑ins.
- Experience managing employee relations including attendance and performance processes.
- Clear understanding of loss prevention techniques, inventory accuracy controls and safety compliance.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and peak trading periods.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of retail leadership experience with significant responsibility for inventory management, stockroom operations and team development.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; a retail management qualification or relevant professional certification is preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Cardiff, Wales, UK.
Benefits
Industry training through SEPHORA University; role‑ and location‑specific allowances (e.g. shoes, lunch); competitive pay with annual reviews; performance‑based commission tied to store results; global employee discount; paid day off on birthday; access to perks and wellbeing platform; generous holiday allowance with option to buy extra days.
Culture
SEPHORA fosters an inclusive, creative retail culture that values self‑expression, diversity and continuous learning. The brand emphasises experiential customer service and invests in employee development through structured training and internal mobility.
About Cerulean
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