Retail Marketing Trainee

Sephora; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global beauty retailer in Dubai is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to assist in retail activities and support team collaborations. The ideal candidate must have a university diploma, be fluent in English, and possess strong communication and MS Office skills. This role offers a vibrant environment for those passionate about beauty and marketing, together with additional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Empowering culture

Opportunities for learning and growth

Inclusive community environment

Qualifications

• Fluency in English is mandatory.
• Must have excellent skills in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong communication and prioritization skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating retail activities and animations.
• Build relationships with stakeholders for retail activations.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams for project development.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent MS Office skills (PowerPoint & Excel)

Strong communication skills

Strong prioritization skills

Education

University diploma

Job description

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential, and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful.

Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, Sephora has been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, Sephora continues to break with convention to drive its mission: to champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty.

With 56,000 employees in 35 countries, we connect customers and beauty brands within the world’s most passionate beauty community. With a curation of nearly 500 brands and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of products: fragrances, makeup, hair care, skincare... and much more.

You will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following missions:

Marketing Activities

• Assist in the coordination of all in-store retail elements as per the thematic calendar.
• Assist in all stages of the animation process, including design, coordination, production, and execution, ensuring all deadlines are managed and met.
• Support on all VM guidelines and merchandising requirements as per retail team needs.
• Assist in maintaining and updating all animation trackers and documents.
• Track, coordinate, and store all assets received weekly as per the activation calendar.
• Coordinate and liaise on LCD/LED screen facilitation across all markets, including resizing and customizing videos for timely and accurate updates in stores.
• Distribute minutes of all meetings with respective teams as per weekly and bi-weekly updates.
• Assemble presentation slides as required for key weekly meetings, including the Weekly Trade Meeting, Category Meetings, and Weekly Omnichannel Meetings.
• Assist in the rollout and tracking of all category fixtures across the network.
• Visit the UAE network of stores during thematic launches and other KCPs to ensure quality and timely installation of animation fixtures.
• Conduct competitive store checks as required.

Team Coordination

• Build relationships with key stakeholders in marketing and operations to ensure timelines are met for retail activations.
• Support the brand activations team with asset tracking and coordination.
• Assist with content briefs, including building campaign briefing documents and rollouts.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to facilitate all deliverables smoothly.
• Support the retail marketing department with special projects, ensuring timely execution and delivery.

Agency / Supplier Relations

• Provide necessary information to suppliers, including supplier files, art elements, and other production materials.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and logistics regarding new openings, closures, or renovations.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth development of special projects.

Qualifications

• A university diploma and fluency in English, with excellent MS Office skills (PowerPoint & Excel).
• Strong communication and prioritization skills, with the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the region.
• The candidate should embody Sephora's culture, DNA, and EVP, demonstrating authentic communication, coordination, influencing skills, and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• A community that embraces authenticity and celebrates diversity, fueling our collective spirit.
• A culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, providing tools and opportunities to learn, innovate, and lead.
• Work that brings fulfillment, from delighting clients daily to inspiring the industry at large—every action makes a difference.

Join us and belong to something beautiful. At Sephora, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.