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SEPHORA · 1 day ago

Merchant, Merchandising, Fragrance

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$114K/yr - $127K/yr

5+ years exp

Sephora is a leading beauty retailer that emphasizes inclusivity and empowerment. As a Merchant, you will be responsible for achieving financial and strategic goals for assigned categories and brands, implementing objectives, and developing brand relationships.

BeautyCosmeticsE-CommerceRetail

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and execute overall strategy for brand growth with new product introductions, core products along with strategic expansion of current brands as well as reduction and exits of underperforming brands

Establish and manage brand relationships, inclusive of terms negotiations (margin, testers/damages, training support, co-op, RTV's, samples, and more)

Develop, manage assortments and plan launches and animations for brands within the category strategy

Analyze all elements of the category and brands to identify areas of opportunity

Source and develop new brands that fill an important need gap within the category

Communicate brand and business opportunities to our stores, as well as lead fixture/planogram planning and implementation with internal partners

Develop, mentor and train team and direct report

Demonstrate our Sephora values of Passion for Client Service, Innovation, Expertise, Balance, Respect for All, Teamwork, and Initiative

Qualification

Retail merchandising experienceCategory/brand strategy developmentAnalytical skillsExcelTeam managementNegotiation skillsCross-functional collaborationVerbal communicationWritten communicationPresentation skillsProblem-solvingTime management

Required

Minimum 5+ years retail merchant/ buyer level experience

Demonstrated ability to develop category/brand strategies

Experience with managing and developing direct reports

High-level problem solving and analytical skills, working well within ambiguity and navigating a complex business

Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast-paced and complex environment

Strong verbal and written communication, presentation and negotiation skills

Ability to collaborate and lead cross functionally

Strong proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Ability to travel

Benefits

Health. Choose a healthcare plan to fit you and your family’s needs with medical, dental, and vision coverage. Sephora also fully covers our employees’ disability and life insurance.

Wealth. We offer a competitive 401k with 4% match as well as FSA and HSA programs. We also offer a Student Debt Retirement plan, where your student loan payments qualify to earn the 401k match from Sephora.

Balance. You’ll be empowered to find the perfect blend of work/life balance that actually works for you with PTO, flexibility, protected leave, and more.

Growth. Career growth is built into every role, with access to training, development, and tuition reimbursement.

Perks. Think you’ve tried it all? Enjoy a 30% discount on all merchandise/services, opportunities for free product or “gratis,” and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products.

Support. Join a team that truly cares – with free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse. Plus, volunteer and donation matching.

Company

SEPHORA

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Sephora is an online shopping site that offers a range of beauty products such as cosmetics and skincare items.

Founded in 1969

Neuilly-sur-seine, Ile-de-France, FRA

10001+ employees

https://www.sephora.com

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