- Location
- 1 Garden State Plaza (View map)Paramus, NJ 07652USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $103,200–126,400/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 20, 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.
Sephora seeks a Store Manager to lead operations, client experience, team development and business performance at Garden State Plaza in Paramus. This is a permanent, full-time, salaried, exempt, on-site role requiring evening, weekend and holiday availability. Annual base salary is $103,200–$126,400, depending on qualifications, experience, skills, education, credentials and geographic location; bonus eligibility may also apply.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee daily store operations and deliver an elevated client experience while driving sales and profitability in a high-volume environment.
- Lead, coach, inspire and develop a diverse team, fostering growth, accountability and performance against goals.
- Attract, recruit and onboard talent to build an inclusive team that reflects Sephora’s values and delivers signature service.
- Conduct performance appraisals and provide actionable feedback and mentorship to support team members’ development and engagement.
- Promote continuous learning through coaching, open dialogue and resources for associates and leaders.
- Deliver outstanding client service, resolve concerns and drive engagement through loyalty programmes and personalized experiences.
- Maintain a visually inspiring, immaculate store and ensure compliance with policies, procedures and brand guidelines.
- Optimize inventory and staffing resources while adapting to changing priorities and opportunities.
- Set strategic direction, champion store culture, drive store results and execute business plans to achieve targets.
- Build trust, clarity and enthusiasm with teams and senior leadership; manage conflict, facilitate complex discussions and ensure alignment.
- Create personalized, memorable client experiences that build loyalty and satisfaction while balancing operations with business growth.
- Be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend and stretch to stock shelves, stand and walk the sales floor for an entire shift, and work in a fragrance-filled environment.
- Handle and apply products to clients, with or without accommodation.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success in high-volume, complex retail or hospitality environments.
- Ability to set strategic direction, champion store culture, drive store results and execute business plans to achieve ambitious targets.
- Strong ability to recruit, inspire and develop talent and foster an energetic, collaborative atmosphere.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build trust, clarity and enthusiasm with teams and senior leadership, manage conflict, facilitate complex discussions and ensure alignment.
- Passion for developing others through mentorship, real-time coaching and feedback, and for fostering a culture of learning and accountability.
- Experience creating personalized, memorable client experiences that foster loyalty and satisfaction while balancing operations with business growth.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in Paramus, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of New York City.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 103,200 to USD 126,400 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage; disability and life insurance; 401(k) with a 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; student debt retirement plan with qualifying loan payments earning the 401(k) match; paid vacation and sick time; protected leave; training, tuition reimbursement and leadership development; 30% discount on merchandise and services; complimentary products or “gratis”; flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products; free mental health and financial coaching through Modern Health and Financial Finesse, with 24/7 access; volunteer and donation matching. Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Employees may also be eligible for bonuses.
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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