MAC Assistant Manager

Compensation
$45,300–68,000/year
Department
Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted
Sep 22, 2026

MAC Assistant Store Manager, Estée Lauder Companies, Ottawa ON – Lead retail operations and coaching at Bayshore Shopping Center.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach and develop Sales Associates to achieve sales, customer service, and operational targets
  • Support Store Manager in day-to-day store/counter operations and strategic initiatives
  • Deliver inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service to build client relationships
  • Manage inventory control, cash reconciliation, and point-of-sale operations
  • Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions to drive results
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and maintain visual standards
  • Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members

Qualifications

  • Proven retail experience preferably within cosmetics or prestige beauty
  • Previous supervisory experience with demonstrated track record of coaching and mentoring
  • Retail operations expertise including inventory management and cash reconciliation
  • Experience with retail point-of-sale software systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to provide inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service
  • Proof of right to live and work in Canada

Skills

Team leadership and coaching Retail point-of-sale systems Microsoft Office Inventory management Cash handling and reconciliation Customer service Sales performance management Visual merchandising

Experience

Proven supervisory and coaching experience gained in a fast-paced retail environment, preferably in cosmetics or prestige beauty. Demonstrated ability to manage retail operations and develop high-performing sales teams.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; retail management certification or cosmetics training preferred.

Workplace

The role is situated in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 45,300 to USD 68,000 per annum.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, competitive incentive compensation programs, commission/bonus plan eligibility.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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MAC

MAC Assistant Manager

Ottawa, Canada

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