Operations Associate - Full Time

sephora.com; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Inclusive culture

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sephora at Minnetonka is hiring an Operations Associate to support daily store operations, from inventory to visual merchandising. You will ensure smooth processes that back a top-notch client experience in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role is Full Time, hourly pay listed as $19.80–$22.90 per hour, requiring 30-40 hours weekly with shifts including nights and weekends. A collaborative, customer-focused team environment awaits in this Belong to Something Beautiful store.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in retail, hospitality, or client-focused roles.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to absorb and communicate product knowledge quickly.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Team player with a goal-driven mindset.
• Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations: manage inventory, stock replenishment, order fulfillment, and maintain standards.
• Assist with visual merchandising and promotional setups.
• Deliver exceptional service and help achieve sales goals.
• Foster inclusivity and teamwork to empower everyone.
• Uphold Sephora standards and ensure a safe, enjoyable shopping environment.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Inventory management

Time management

Visual merchandising

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 292981
Store Name/Number: MN-Ridgedale (0240)
Address:12699 Wayzata Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55305, 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.