Assistant Store Manager - Clackamas (Portland, OR)

Sephora; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sephora in Portland, Oregon is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead and develop the team, elevate client experiences, and drive store performance. You will partner with the Store Manager to ensure smooth daily operations, scheduling, and exceptional service in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role focuses on coaching, talent development, and maintaining profitability while delivering personalized client experiences that foster loyalty. Join a vibrant team committed to beauty and growth.

Qualifications

• Retail assistant manager experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
• Proven ability to recruit, coach, and develop top talent.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Track record of driving sales and profitability.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the store team to achieve performance targets.
• Elevate client experiences through personalized service.
• Partner with Store Manager on operations and scheduling.
• Drive sales and inventory management in a dynamic retail environment.
• Provide real-time coaching and feedback.
• Ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Talent Development

Customer Experience

Store Operations

Sales Growth

Job description

Your safety matters to us We will never interview via text, ask you to download unfamiliar software, or request sensitive personal information such as your SSN or banking details via email, phone, or text. Belong to Something Beautiful 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. Ready to remove the compromise between passion and profession? As Assistant Store Manager, you'll be the heartbeat of your store, inspiring your team, customers, and community. Your career is your stage as you support store operations, lead and develop your team, and elevate the client experience.

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.

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

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

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.