Assistant Store Manager - Pacific Commons (Fremont, CA)

Sephora; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sephora is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to energize the team, elevate client experiences, and drive store performance. You will partner with leadership to coach associates, optimize operations, and deliver exceptional service that builds loyalty.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, people development, and accountability for delivering results in a dynamic retail setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
• Strong ability to recruit, inspire, and develop top talent to deliver results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and teams.
• Passion for coaching, development, and accountability to drive growth.

Responsibilities

• Support store operations and client experience daily.
• Collaborate with Store Manager to drive sales and profitability in a fast-paced environment.
• Lead and develop the team, coaching in real time to achieve performance goals.
• Deliver outstanding client experiences while balancing operational priorities.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Coaching

Customer service

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.