Sephora Store Manager
- Location
- San AntonioTexasUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $82,100–100,550/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Aug 31, 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 Store Manager position in San Antonio, TX. Lead retail operations, drive sales strategy, and mentor teams in a full-time, salaried role with $82K–$100K base salary.
Role & Responsibilities
- Create exceptional customer experiences by leveraging client focus, collaboration, and Sephora's data tools to measure KPIs and propose action plans for service improvement
- Develop and execute sales and budget strategies to maximize store profitability by analyzing and forecasting sales opportunities and meeting organizational objectives
- Drive operational initiatives to ensure store profitability, efficiency, and brand representation through adherence to Sephora's policies, values, and best practices
- Lead store teams through hands-on engagement, coaching, and development, fostering an inspiring culture grounded in Sephora's core values
- Attract, identify, and mentor talented employees, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and communication to influence and develop team members
Qualifications
- Passion for excellent client service and experiential retail
- Previous retail management experience at an equivalent or higher sales-volume store
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and management skills
- Proven track record as a hands-on leader with ability to motivate and coach teams on the sales floor
- Strong emotional intelligence, resilience, communication skills, and ability to influence team members
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend, stretch, and stand/walk the sales floor for entire shifts
- Ability to work in a fragrance-filled environment and apply products to clients
- Flexible availability and ability to be mobile within market; relocation capability a plus
- Adherence to Sephora's dress code and employee handbook policies
Skills
Experience
Previous retail management experience at an equivalent sales-volume store is required. Candidates should demonstrate a proven track record as a hands-on leader with the ability to motivate and develop teams on the sales floor and show experience in attracting and identifying talented employees.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; further details not specified in source material.
Workplace
This position is based in San Antonio, Texas, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 82,100 to USD 100,550 per annum.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits (medical, dental, vision coverage; disability and life insurance fully covered); 401(k) savings plan with 4% company match; paid time off (vacation and sick leave); 30% employee discount on all merchandise and services; opportunities for free or discounted LVMH brand products; tuition reimbursement; employee referral bonus programs; leadership development and training; free mental health coaching (Modern Health) and financial coaching (Financial Finesse) with 24/7 access; volunteer and donation matching; FSA and HSA programs; Student Debt Retirement plan.
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
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