Assistant Manager, Production (Contract)

Sephora•Toronto, ON

7d•CA$71,000 - CA$85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Sephora Canada, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful. Ready for a career glow-up? As Assistant Manager, Marketing Production, you’ll lead the production and execution of brand-owned fixtures and retail graphics that bring creative concepts to life across Sephora stores in Canada. The work you do will impact beauty, as you deliver high-quality in-store displays and printed materials that elevate the client experience and reflect Canadian business priorities. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that’s united in beauty, supported by partners who are equally as passionate about delivering seamless production, strong vendor partnerships, and innovative retail execution.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in project, production, or visual merchandising roles within an advertising or marketing environment
A university degree, college diploma, or equivalent relevant training
Strong relationship building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across creative, merchandising, marketing, and project management teams
Confidence working with numbers, including forecasting and managing budgets with accuracy
Exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work
Strong written and verbal communication skills that enable clear and effective collaboration
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative mindset, with the ability to thrive within a team and contribute positively to shared goals
Eagerness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve processes and ways of working
A positive, solution-oriented approach, with the ability to embrace change and navigate evolving priorities
Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to confidently manage unexpected changes and urgent projects
Flexibility to support business needs, including travel or in-store setup of visual displays as required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheet, Adobe Creative Suite, Ziflow, or project management platforms (e.g., Monday.com) is an asset

Responsibilities

Lead the production of fixture graphics and custom merchandisers, delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget while confidently managing multiple projects simultaneously
Partner with internal stakeholders to provide clear, timely, and accurate inputs, including timelines, quotes, sizing, and material recommendations
Own end-to-end vendor management, including sourcing, competitive bidding, cost negotiation, and partner selection, ensuring quality, value, and seamless delivery across all production initiatives
Apply your expertise in production design to uphold quality control standards, guide expectations, and ensure excellence across prototypes and finished goods
Manage vendor performance by monitoring KPIs, maintaining strong relationships, and resolving store-related tickets efficiently
Collaborate with internal and external partners to prioritize projects, align on timelines, and ensure smooth execution across initiatives
Maintain organized and up-to-date records of fixtures, graphics, and dielines to support knowledge sharing across Marketing and cross-functional teams
Support financial planning by providing accurate forecasts and month-end budget inputs to drive cost-effective production
Partner cross-functionally to enhance workflows, optimize processes, and implement new ways of working where needed
Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies, continuously improving how work is delivered
Drive innovation through research and development, exploring new materials, technologies, and manufacturing solutions to elevate in-store experiences