Assistant Merchant, Skincare, S@K

Job ID: 270750
Location Name: CA-FSC SF Off (0174)
Address: 350 Mission St, 20th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States (US)
Job Type: Full Time
Position Type: Regular
Job Function: Merchandising
Remote Eligible:Hybrid Schedule

 

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: Assistant Merchant, Skincare, S@K

Location: Field Support Center (FSC) - San Francisco, CA

 

About Sephora at Kohl’s:

Introduced in 2021 with now more than 1,100+ locations, Sephora at Kohl’s is making prestige beauty more accessible to millions of shoppers. Clients can explore the signature Sephora experience within all Kohl’s locations and discover expertly curated assortments of prestige makeup, skincare, hair and fragrance brands. The Sephora at Kohl’s merchandising team is responsible for bringing this experience to life by tailoring and executing the Sephora strategies within the Kohl’s environment. 

 

Your role at Sephora:
As an Assistant Merchant, Skincare, S@K, you will report into the Senior Merchant and: 

• Manage brand and multibranded assortments for over 1,000+ Sephora at Kohl’s locations, including visual merchandising and timelines
• Manage relationships and assortment strategy for over 20 brands in partnership with your Manager
• Act as a conduit between Kohl’s and Sephora partners across the organization
• Assist in the execution of skincare brand strategies for Sephora at Kohl’s environment, as developed by the Sephora Category Merchandising teams including brand growth, new brands and product introductions, expansion of current brands and exit of underperforming brands
• Communicate consistently with internal and external stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met
• Prepare reports and assist in analyzing the business for sales driving opportunities
• Work with internal and external cross functional partners to execute product launches and animation strategies
• Analyze all elements of the category to identify areas of opportunity
• Demonstrate our Sephora values of Passion for Client Service, Innovation, Expertise, Balance, Respect for All, Teamwork, and Initiative

 

We’re excited about you if you have:

• 2+ years retail buying or account management experience at a major retailer
• Impeccable verbal and written communication skills with comfort presenting to large groups
• Problem solving and analytical skills, working well within ambiguity and navigating a complex business
• An ability to prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast pace, complex environment
• A strong numbers-aptitude and analytical skills with a drive for results
• Strong attention to details
• Experience with Project Management a plus
• A positive and collaborative attitude
• Excellent technical skills – MS Office (advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint); merchant systems

 

 

 

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The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant’s 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;