Assistant Store Manager, American Dream
About The Position
The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager with daily store operations, team leadership and development, and the delivery of exceptional client experiences. The role drives sales and profitability in a fast-paced retail environment while fostering a diverse, inclusive, energetic, and accountable team. Responsibilities include recruiting and onboarding talent, coaching and mentoring associates, providing feedback and performance appraisals, resolving client concerns, promoting loyalty programs and personalized experiences, maintaining store presentation and compliance, and optimizing inventory and staffing resources. The position is on-site at Sephora's American Dream location in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and requires availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays. The annual base salary range is $75,700 to $92,750. Employees may also be eligible for bonuses. The actual offer depends on factors including qualifications, relevant experience, skills, education, credentials, and location.
Requirements
- Demonstrated success as a retail assistant manager in fast-paced, high-volume environments, driving results and elevating team performance through hands-on leadership.
- Ability to recruit, inspire, and develop talent and foster a collaborative, high-performing team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust, deliver constructive feedback, and facilitate open dialogue.
- Commitment to coaching, mentorship, actionable feedback, learning, and accountability.
- Experience creating personalized client experiences that build loyalty while balancing operational priorities and business growth.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend and stretch to stock shelves, and stand and walk the sales floor for an entire shift.
- Ability to work in a fragrance-filled environment and handle and apply products to clients, with or without accommodation.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Store Manager to support smooth daily operations and deliver exceptional client experiences while driving sales and profitability.
- Lead, coach, inspire, and empower the team to meet performance goals and foster growth, development, and accountability.
- Attract, hire, and onboard talent to build a diverse and inclusive team.
- Provide real-time coaching, actionable feedback, and ongoing support to develop associates.
- Conduct performance appraisals and provide mentorship to support team members' career development and engagement.
- Deliver outstanding client service, resolve concerns, and promote engagement through loyalty programs and personalized experiences.
- Maintain an immaculate, visually inspiring store and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and brand guidelines.
- Optimize inventory and staffing resources, adapting to changing priorities and opportunities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with a 4% company match
- Flexible spending and health savings account programs
- Student Debt Retirement plan with qualifying student loan payments eligible to earn the 401(k) match
- Vacation and sick paid time off and protected leave
- Training, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
- 30% discount on merchandise and services, opportunities for free products or gratis, and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products
- Free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access
- Volunteer and donation matching
- Potential eligibility for bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
