Sephora Asset Protection Reporting and Insights Manager

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of an Asset Protection data strategy aligned with Sephora and LVMH business objectives and risk frameworks.
• Prioritize data initiatives by identifying opportunities with measurable business impact.
• Own data governance, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and availability of high-quality data for scalable insights.
• Lead data mining and develop data pipelines into business intelligence tools.
• Oversee analysis and interpretation of complex, multi-source datasets to deliver insights for executive decision-making.
• Promote advanced analytics and predictive modeling to identify emerging trends, reduce shrink, and mitigate operational risk.
• Develop and maintain reporting ecosystems using Tableau, Power BI, and Looker.
• Design systemic solutions that improve productivity and scalability across Asset Protection operations and support business model innovation.
• Align short-term initiatives with long-term enterprise transformation goals.
• Monitor developments in data, AI, and retail technology and translate industry changes into strategies that strengthen Sephora’s competitive advantage.
• Advise the Sephora Executive Team and LVMH Risk Management partners on enterprise risk mitigation and growth.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Legal, IT, Finance, Store Design, Real Estate, and Supply Chain to deliver data-informed initiatives.
• Communicate complex data concepts clearly and in a business-relevant manner to establish executive-level credibility and trust.
• Lead high-visibility projects, navigate ambiguity, and apply adaptive thinking and strategic agility.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement through mentorship, thought leadership, and collaborative learning.
• Demonstrate resilience and determination when addressing complex challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones.
• Accompany Asset Protection partners on-site at least once annually to deepen operational insight and align with field operations.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of advanced proficiency in Databricks, Python, SQL Administration, and Java.
• At least 6 years of advanced expertise managing and developing business intelligence and data visualization tools, including Tableau, Power BI, Looker, and ThoughtSpot.
• At least 6 years of expertise with Salesforce API and VisualForce, including shell scripting and backend integration.
• At least 5 years of experience with certified SCRUM project management methodology.
• At least 4 years of experience with physical security systems, including camera systems.
• At least 4 years of experience with computer networking systems and security, including TCP/IP protocols.
• Bachelor of Science.
• Certification in SCRUM project management methodology.
• Expertise in unstructured data environments and data warehouses, such as HIVE and SQL.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and tools, including Collibra.
• Knowledge of data governance best practices.
• Understanding of Asset Protection legal compliance standards.
• Practical knowledge of primary and secondary authentication protocols.
• Familiarity with Microsoft platforms and products, as well as Apple OS.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects from inception to delivery.
• Occasional late nights or early mornings may be required to accommodate international time zones, high-priority projects, and critical business needs.

Skills

Experience

6+ years with Databricks, Python, SQL Administration, and Java; 6+ years managing and developing BI and data visualization tools; 6+ years with Salesforce API and VisualForce; 5+ years with certified SCRUM project management methodology; 4+ years with physical security systems; 4+ years with computer networking systems and security.

Education

Bachelor of Science; certification in SCRUM project management methodology.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 99,025 to USD 131,765 per annum.

Benefits

Bonus eligibility; medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance; 401(k) with a 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; student debt retirement plan with eligible loan payments qualifying for the 401(k) match; PTO, flexibility, and protected leave; training, development, and tuition reimbursement; 30% discount on merchandise and services; free 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.

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.

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