Sephora USA

Assistant Store Manager, Flatiron

Sephora USA$75K — $92K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in retail management or similar roles
  • Strong leadership capabilities and business acumen
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Passionate about team coaching and development
  • Experience in delivering exceptional client-centric services

Responsibilities

  • Support daily operations and enhance client experiences
  • Inspire and coach the team to meet performance goals
  • Recruit and onboard diverse talent aligned with company values
  • Facilitate continuous learning through real-time coaching
  • Provide impactful performance feedback
  • Elevate customer satisfaction and loyalty engagements
  • Ensure adherence to operational standards and brand guidelines
  • Optimize staffing and inventory resources for business growth

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% company match and other savings programs
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick days
  • Access to training and tuition reimbursement for career advancement
  • Employee discounts up to 30% and free merchandise opportunities
  • Mental health and financial coaching resources
  • Community engagement through volunteer matching programs
Full Job Description
Job ID: 290735
Store Name/Number: NY-Flatiron (0308)
Address: 119 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10003, United States (US)
Hourly/Salaried: Salaried (Exempt)
Job Type: Full Time
Position Type: Regular

Job Function: Stores - Leadership

What You'll Do:
  • Support Store Operations & Client Experience. Collaborate with the Store Manager to ensure smooth daily operations, delivering exceptional client experiences while driving sales and profitability in a fast-paced environment.
  • Inspire & Empower Teams. Lead with passion to coach, inspire, and empower your team to exceed expectations and performance goals, fostering growth, development and accountability.
  • Recruit & Cultivate Top Talent. Attract, hire, and onboard new talent, building a diverse and inclusive team that embodies Sephora's values and delivers the signature service clients love.
  • Champion Continuous Learning. Foster ongoing learning by delivering real-time coaching, actionable feedback, and ongoing support to maximize associates' potential.
  • Drive Performance Through Feedback. Conduct impactful performance appraisals for your team and provide real-time, actionable feedback and mentorship to support each team member's career journey and engagement.
  • Elevate Client Satisfaction. Consistently deliver outstanding service, skillfully resolve concerns, and actively drive engagement through loyalty programs and personalized experiences.
  • Ensure Operational Excellence. Uphold Sephora's standards by maintaining a visually inspiring, immaculate store environment and ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and brand guidelines.
  • Optimize Resources & Drive Growth. Drive results by optimizing inventory and staffing resources, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and opportunities in a vibrant, ever-changing retail landscape.

What You'll Bring:
  • Assistant Store Management Experience. Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments, consistently driving results and elevating team performance through hands-on leadership.
  • Exceptional Leadership & Business Acumen. Strong ability to recruit, inspire, and develop top talent to deliver outstanding results and foster an energetic, collaborative atmosphere.
  • Outstanding Communication & Interpersonal Skills. A history of building trust, clarity, and enthusiasm across teams and clients. Adept at delivering constructive feedback and facilitating open dialogue to support growth and high performance.
  • Passion for Coaching & Development. A genuine commitment to empowering teams through tailored mentorship, real-time coaching, and actionable feedback, cultivating a culture of learning and accountability.
  • Client-Centric & Growth Oriented. Deep experience creating memorable, personalized client experiences that build loyalty, while skillfully balancing operational priorities and driving business growth.

Where and How:
  • Location. This role requires on-site work at 119 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10003, United States (US).
  • Availability. This role requires availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Physical Requirements. This role requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend/stretch to stock shelves, stand and walk the sales floor for the entire shift, and work in a fragrance-filled environment. You must be able to handle and apply products to clients-with or without accommodation.


What You'll Get:

The annual base salary range for this position is $75,700.00 - $92,750.00. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant's qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. This job will be posted for a minimum of five days.

  • Caring Community. You'll lead your store like a community - where everyone feels seen and supported - building confidence among your team and positively impacting clients.
  • Fulfilling Path. Every step in your journey matters along our dynamic career paths. We celebrate the little wins on the way to the big ones as you grow in your own way.
  • Meaningful Work. With a cultivated passion for beauty, your career is your stage. We'll give you the environment and support your need to do more than sell products; you'll contribute to the transformation of your team, customers, and community.


Rewards as Unique as You:

Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
  • Health. Choose a healthcare plan to fit you and your dependents' needs with medical, dental, and vision coverage. Sephora also fully covers our employees' disability and life insurance.
  • Wealth. We offer a competitive 401k with 4% match as well as FSA and HSA programs. We also offer a Student Debt Retirement plan, where your student loan payments qualify to earn the 401k match from Sephora.
  • Balance. Leading a store is exciting and dynamic, so we make sure you can recharge with vacation paid time off, sick paid time off, and protected leave.
  • Growth. No two stores or leaders are the same. With access to training, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development, you'll be guided on a dynamic career path.
  • Perks. Think you've tried it all? Enjoy a 30% discount on all merchandise/services, opportunities for free product or "gratis," and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products.
  • Support. You don't just lead a team that cares - you're part of a team that cares. Tap into free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse. Plus, volunteer and donation matching.


About Sephora USA

Sephora is a French multinational retailer of personal care and beauty products. Founded in 1970, Sephora has become a leading beauty retailer with over 2,600 stores in 34 countries worldwide. Sephora USA, Inc. is a subsidiary of Sephora and operates over 500 stores in the United States. Sephora offers a wide range of beauty products including makeup, skincare, fragrance, haircare, and bath and body products. The company is known for its innovative retail concept which allows customers to try products before they buy them. Sephora is committed to providing its customers with a unique and personalized shopping experience.
Learn more about Sephora USA
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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