Retail Strategy Manager, S@K
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Job Function: Retail Operations
Remote Eligible: Yes Company Overview:
At Sephora we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves. We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the Extra Ordinary in each of us. We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty .
The Opportunity:
Position: Retail Manager, Strategy S@K
Location: Remote
About Retal FSC at Sephora:
The Sephora at Kohls partnership, launched in 2021, expands access to Sephoras prestige beauty experience to more communities and clients nationwide. Today, the Sephora experience is available in all of Kohls 1,100+ stores, including 855 full-size Sephora at Kohls locations and over 290 small format shops, as well as on Kohls.com. A large cross-functional and cross-company team drives the business, blending parent company strategies with innovative approaches tailored specifically for the Sephora at Kohls environment and clients. The Sephora at Kohls retail team brings the Sephora experience to life through store experience and client engagement.
Your role at Sephora:
The Manager, Sephora at Kohl's Retail plays a critical role in supporting the successful operation and growth of Sephora at Kohl's (S@K) stores. This position is responsible for driving key retail initiatives, enabling consistent execution of retail KPIs and standards, and providing support to store teams through training and policy. The Manager will collaborate with cross-functional partners to optimize the client experience, drive sales, and maintain operational excellence within the S@K environment.
Partnership ManagementAct as the key liaison between Sephora and Kohls retail teams to implement key strategies and deliverables.Collaborate with cross-functional leaders on retail dependencies to address impacts and ensure seamless execution.Design and optimize retail department processes associated with supporting Sephora @ Kohls and hold partners accountable to the process.
Retail StrategySupport strategy development for growth initiatives by partnering with Director to design pilot, conduct comprehensive analysis of pilot results and assess impact and scalability.Lead growth initiative pilots by collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute pilot programs aimed at driving growth.Ensure Sephora at Kohls is integrated in broader Sephora Freestanding strategies by proactively aligning on problem statements, S@K nuances, and deliverables. Lead growth initiative pilots by collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute pilot programs aimed at driving growth.Ensure Sephora at Kohls is integrated in broader Sephora Freestanding strategies by proactively aligning on problem statements, S@K nuances, and deliverables. Serve as an expert on S@K stores including client and BA experience to help proactively shape retail strategies
Oversee Training Strategy and ExecutionLead training strategy including key focuses and delivery vehicles. Consult with business partners on the most effective way to deliver content to ensure high engagement, and execution. Review all content, communication and training materials across the organization to ensure accuracy and relevance to the S@K environment. Prioritize efforts based on need, impact and resourcing.Oversee program delivery for Sephora at Kohls unique projects including intake, content development, and hindsighting.
Program Management Drive and facilitate key retail meetings, including determining topics, sharing key recaps and coordinating next steps and action itemsSummarize and escalate issues to appropriate partners for resolutionEmbody a continuous improvement mindset and approach across all partnerships and processes. Identify gaps and opportunities in existing process and proactively collaborate with business partners to design solutions.
Executive Updates and VisitsSupport retail content for executive presentations including key meetings and conferences Responsible for executive status updates summarizing retail performance, key initiatives and monthly progressCoordinate executive store visits ensuring store teams are prepared to host Sephora leaders
Were excited about you if you have:
5 + years Consumer retail and corporate environment
Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Ability to engage in limited travel as needed (less than 10%)
Can demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm, and flexibility while maintaining integrity and a constructive approach to challenges.
Has Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
Quick learner, comfortable with ambiguity, and willing to take initiative.
Ability to influence and lead within peer groups and cross-functional teams.
High-level problem-solving skills with the ability to distill complex problems and create actionable project plans.
Proficient in MS Office
The annual base salary range for this position is $96,000.00 - $162,000.00 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicants qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. Sephora offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a superior 401(k) plan, various paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program. This job will be posted for a minimum of 5 days.
While at Sephora, youll enjoy
The people. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented leaders and teams people you can be proud to work with.
The learning . We invest in training and developing our teams, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.
The culture . As a leading beauty retailer within the LVMH family, our reach is broad, and our impact is global. It is in our DNA to innovate and, at Sephora, all 40,000 passionate team members across 35 markets and 3,000+ stores, are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.
You can unleash your creativity , because weve got disruptive spirit. You can learn and evolve , because we empower you to be your best. You can be yourself , because you are what sets us apart. This, is the future of beauty. Reimagine your future, at Sephora.
Sephora is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military/veteran status, or disability status. Sephora is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.
Sephora will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
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