Sephora Store Manager

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Manager
Compensation
$78,200–95,750/year
Posted
Jul 29, 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.

Store Manager at Sephora Cedar Hill, Texas — lead retail operations, inspire teams, and drive client experience in a dynamic beauty retail environment.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead all daily store operations to deliver seamless, elevated client experiences and drive sales and profitability
  • Inspire, coach, and empower a diverse team while fostering growth, accountability, and performance goal achievement
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop exceptional talent that embodies Sephora's values and delivers signature service
  • Conduct performance appraisals and provide real-time, actionable feedback and mentorship to support career development
  • Champion ongoing learning through thoughtful coaching, open dialogue, and resources enabling associate development
  • Consistently deliver outstanding service, resolve client concerns skillfully, and drive engagement through loyalty programs and personalized experiences
  • Maintain a visually inspiring, immaculate store environment and ensure compliance with all policies and brand guidelines
  • Optimize inventory and staffing resources while adapting to shifting priorities in the dynamic retail landscape

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated success in high-volume, complex retail or hospitality environments with proven ability to set strategic direction and execute business plans
  • Strong ability to recruit, inspire, and develop top talent while fostering collaborative, energetic atmospheres
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and manage complex discussions
  • Passion for empowering teams through mentorship, coaching, and fostering cultures of learning and accountability
  • Client-centric mindset with experience creating personalized, memorable experiences for lasting loyalty

Skills

Store operations management Team leadership and development Performance management and coaching Recruitment and talent acquisition Client experience optimization Inventory management Sales performance management Conflict resolution Strategic planning

Experience

Demonstrated success in high-volume, complex retail or hospitality environments with the ability to set strategic direction, champion store culture, drive overall store results, and execute business plans to achieve ambitious targets.

Education

Not specified

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Cedar Hill, Texas, USA, with easy access to Dallas.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 78,200 to USD 95,750 per annum.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance fully covered; 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; Student Debt Retirement plan; vacation paid time off; sick paid time off; protected leave; training and tuition reimbursement; leadership development; 30% discount on all merchandise and services; free mental health coaching via Modern Health; financial coaching via Financial Finesse; volunteer and donation matching.

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.

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Sephora

Sephora Store Manager

Cedar Hill, USA

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