Operations Associate - Part Time

sephora.com; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 31,133 - 38,159; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and wellbeing benefits

Flexible scheduling

Inclusivity and belonging initiatives

Job summary

Sephora in Walnut Creek is hiring a Part Time Operations Associate to ensure efficient store operations and support exceptional client experiences. Responsibilities include inventory management, visual merchandising, and providing exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of relevant experience and strong organizational skills.

You’ll enjoy flexible scheduling, the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, and meaningful rewards including competitive hourly pay of $22.60 to $27.70 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in retail, hospitality, or client-focused environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to support outstanding client service.
• Team player with a goal-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and manage inventory.
• Assist with visual merchandising in-store.
• Deliver exceptional client service for outstanding experiences.
• Promote a culture of inclusivity and teamwork.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Client service support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job ID: 283352
Store Name/Number: CA-Walnut Creek (0202)
Address: 1149 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States (US)
Hourly/Salaried: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Full Time/Part Time: Part 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 merchandising and ensure the store reflects Sephora’s brand through accurate promotional setups and event execution.
• Deliver exceptional service by supporting the team in creating outstanding client experiences and achieving sales goals.
• Foster inclusivity and teamwork by helping promote a culture of openness where everyone feels empowered.
• Uphold Sephora standards by following company policies and helping 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.

$22.60 - $27.70/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.