Assistant Store Manager, Colonie Center

Job Function: Stores – Leadership

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 our purpose to life: 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
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Job : 277997
Store Name/Number: NY‑Colonie Center (0270)
Address: 131 Colonie Center, Albany, NY 12205, United States (US)
Hourly/Salaried: Salaried (Exempt)
Job Type: Full Time
Position Type: Regular

At Sephora, our people are the driving force behind our success. We believe the best way to bring top‑notch beauty products, services, tools, and experiences to our clients is by finding, training, and engaging the absolute best talent in the industry.

As an Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager in overseeing the entire store operations, ensuring a high level of client service and driving sales. You will assist in leading a team of dedicated associates, fostering a positive work environment that encourages growth and development.

• Assist the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations to ensure a smooth and efficient client experience.
• Help develop and implement strategies to drive store sales and increase profitability.
• Coordinate and oversee sales performance, service, and overall operations.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of associates to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Conduct performance appraisals, manage employee development and provide ongoing feedback.
• Support the leadership team to ensure effective collaboration and achievement of store goals.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction through excellent service and handle client complaints with appropriate solutions.
• Support client loyalty programs and services to maintain client engagement.
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Uphold Sephora brand excellence in‑store for a consistent and high‑quality client experience.
• Assist in managing inventory levels to ensure product availability.
• Allocate resources and handle staffing to achieve optimal productivity and performance.

• Proven successful experience as a retail assistant manager.
• 3–5 years of experience managing a high volume, complex retail or hospitality setting.
• Strong leadership skills and business acumen.
• Client management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A knack for attracting, identifying, and inspiring employees.
• Flexible availability to work a retail schedule.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend/stretch to stock shelves, stand/walk the sales floor for an entire shift, and work in a fragrance‑filled environment.
• Adherence to Sephora’s dress code and policies in the Employee Handbook.

The annual base salary range for this position is $61,400.00 – $71,488.00. The actual base salary offered depends on various legitimate business factors and the geographic location of the employee. Employees may also earn bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Superior 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off programs.
• Employee discount and perks.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee referral bonus program.

Sephora is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity. 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 providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

Sephora will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.