- Location
- 1 Meadowlands Plaza, Space #C246 (View map)East Rutherford, NJ 07073USA
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $75,700–92,750/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Nov 6, 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 an Assistant Store Manager for its American Dream location in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The full-time, permanent, on-site role supports store operations and client experience, leads and develops the team, and drives sales and performance. The annual base salary range is $75,700–$92,750, depending on qualifications, experience, skills, education, credentials, business factors, and geographic location; the role may also be eligible for bonuses.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Store Manager to support smooth daily operations, deliver exceptional client experiences, and drive sales and profitability.
- Lead, coach, inspire, and empower the team to exceed expectations and performance goals while fostering growth, development, and accountability.
- Attract, hire, and onboard talent, building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Sephora’s values and delivers signature client service.
- Promote continuous learning through real-time coaching, actionable feedback, and ongoing support.
- Conduct performance appraisals and provide real-time feedback and mentorship to support team members’ development and engagement.
- Deliver outstanding service, resolve client concerns, and drive engagement through loyalty programs and personalized experiences.
- Maintain an inspiring, immaculate store environment and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and brand guidelines.
- Optimize inventory and staffing resources, adapting to changing priorities and opportunities to drive results and growth.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments, driving results and elevating team performance through hands-on leadership.
- Strong leadership and business acumen, with the ability to recruit, inspire, and develop talent and foster an energetic, collaborative atmosphere.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust, provide constructive feedback, and facilitate open dialogue.
- Commitment to team development through tailored mentorship, real-time coaching, and actionable feedback.
- Experience creating memorable, personalized client experiences that build loyalty while balancing operational priorities and driving business growth.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to 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. Ability to handle and apply products to clients, with or without accommodation.
Skills
Experience
Demonstrated success in retail assistant management in fast-paced, high-volume environments; experience creating personalized client experiences.
Workplace
This position is based in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, within easy reach of New York City.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,700 to USD 92,750 per annum.
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid disability and life insurance; a 401(k) with 4% match; FSA and HSA programs; a student debt retirement plan that allows eligible student loan payments to earn the 401(k) match; paid vacation and sick leave; protected leave; training; tuition reimbursement; leadership development; a 30% discount on merchandise and services; free products or “gratis”; flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products; 24/7 access to mental health and financial coaching through Modern Health and Financial Finesse; and volunteer and donation matching. Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
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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