Operations Associate - Full Time

sephora.com; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Sephora is hiring an Operations Associate in Chicago to support daily operations, manage inventory, and assist with visual merchandising. The role focuses on delivering outstanding client experiences and achieving sales goals in a fast-paced store environment.

Join a team that values inclusivity and teamwork, with an emphasis on reliability, punctuality, and a strong client focus in a busy retail setting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience in retail, hospitality, or client-focused environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and communicate product knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Team player with a goal-driven mindset in a fast-paced store.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations: manage inventory, stock replenishment, and order fulfillment.
• Assist with visual merchandising to reflect Sephora’s brand through accurate promotional setups and event execution.
• Deliver exceptional service to help achieve sales goals.
• Foster inclusivity and teamwork to empower all team members.
• Uphold Sephora standards and maintain a safe, secure shopping environment.

Skills

Retail experience

Organization

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Physical strength

Job description

Job ID: 296833

Store Name/Number: IL-North Clark (2434)

Address:2731 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614, United States (US)

Hourly/Salaried: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Position Type: Regular

Your Role at Sephora

As an Operations Associate, you’ll be the backbone of the store—ensuring smooth, efficient operations that support an exceptional client experience. From inventory management to visual merchandising, your attention to detail and proactive mindset will help keep everything running beautifully. If you’re organized, collaborative, and passionate about retail operations, this is your moment to Belong to Something Beautiful.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations Manage inventory, stock replenishment, order fulfillment, and maintain operational standards
• Assist with visual merchandisingEnsure the store reflects Sephora’s brand through accurate promotional setups and event execution
• Deliver exceptional serviceSupport the team in creating outstanding client experiences and achieving sales goals
• Foster inclusivity and teamwork Help promote a culture of openness where everyone feels empowered
• Uphold Sephora standards Follow company policies and help create a safe, secure, and enjoyable shopping experience for all

Flexible Scheduling and Reliability

• Must meet the required minimum number of weekly shifts/ hours
  • Full Time: 30-40 hrs/week
  • Part Time: 15-29 hrs/week
  • Flex (as needed): 4-14 hrs/week
• Be available during peak retail operations (nights, weekends and holidays)
• Punctuality and consistent attendance

Qualifications/Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role or in a retail, hospitality, or client-focused environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Quick learner with the ability to absorb and communicate product knowledge
• Ability to support outstanding client service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a goal-driven mindset
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with a strong client focus
• Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

While at Sephora, you’ll enjoy

• Inclusion & Belonging We pledge to create a beauty community where everyone’s uniqueness is celebrated, respected, and honored.
• Meaningful Rewards Sephora offers comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits based on eligibility; Details can be found Here

$19.80 - $22.90/hr. The actual hourly pay offered depends on various factors, including relevant qualifications and experience; and other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position and/or geographic location.

Sephora is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age, religion, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Sephora is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or other medical conditions.

Sephora will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.