- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Selective Retailing & Department Stores
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.
The Asset Protection Specialist protects Sephora store assets, supports operational controls and works with store leaders to reduce shortages. The permanent, full-time role includes surveillance, investigations, audits, training and loss prevention planning; the schedule requires at least the minimum number of shifts or weekly hours, with full-time defined as 30–40 hours per week.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct floor surveillance and use the CCTV system to identify, observe, apprehend or deter individuals committing theft.
- Comply with all Sephora laws and regulations concerning arrests, seizures and evidence preservation.
- Prepare reports on theft, merchandise recovery, accident investigations and audits.
- Testify on the company’s behalf in criminal or civil cases when summoned as the loss prevention agent.
- Train new hires and employees to promote awareness of in-store loss prevention.
- Conduct store audits and inspect checklists and security measures.
- Assist the store leadership team with inventory preparation and processes.
- Collaborate with stores and the district loss prevention manager to create and execute loss prevention plans.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of retail asset protection or loss prevention experience.
- Meet and maintain licensing requirements as required by provincial or local authorities.
- Strong oral and written communication, listening, interviewing and interpersonal skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Ability to work across multiple stores in the same market.
- Ability to work near fragranced products.
- Ability to lift approximately 20 kg.
- Ability to bend and stretch to place products on shelves.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years; the role requirements also specify at least 1 year of retail asset protection or loss prevention experience.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Workplace
The role is situated in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Benefits
Performance bonuses, a competitive benefits program, and training and development initiatives designed to support and recognize employees.
Culture
Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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