- Address
- 1349 Lasalle Blvd Unit 32, Sudbury, ON P3A 1Z2 View map
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $54,800–68,500/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
- Posted
- Oct 14, 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 Interim Store Manager oversees services, classes, events and daily Beauty Studio operations at a Sephora store in Sudbury, while managing reservations, staffing, client experience, Beauty Advisor development and performance. This is a permanent, full-time role; compensation ranges from CAD 54,800 to CAD 68,500 annually, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits program.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage services, classes, and events at a Sephora store.
- Oversee daily operations of the Beauty, Skincare and Fragrance Studio, where applicable, and ensure the Beauty Studio Coordinator is trained to manage the Studio and its day-to-day services.
- Ensure Beauty Advisors use technology innovations in service delivery to enhance the in-store client experience.
- Manage the online reservation system, including publishing Beauty Advisor availability and classes; ensure staffing supports service demand and client check-in runs efficiently.
- Manage in-store events with the services team, ensuring they are planned and staffed to maximize client learning and store sales opportunities.
- Manage Beauty Advisor development and certification, and provide opportunities to advance their artistry skills.
- Participate in performance management related to the Beauty Studio or direct reports; deliver timely improvement feedback and follow up as needed.
- Regularly serve as Manager on Duty and engage with Beauty Advisors and clients on the sales floor.
Qualifications
- Two to four years of experience in a similar role at a similar-volume store, or equivalent internal experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence business partners at all levels clearly and concisely.
- Demonstrated ability to build teams by attracting and identifying talented store leaders who can train and develop cast to drive sales and deliver outstanding client service.
- Able to work in a fragrance-filled environment, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and bend and stretch to stock shelves.
Skills
Experience
Two to four years in a similar role at a similar-volume store, or equivalent internal experience.
Workplace
This position is based in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.
Explore jobs in Ontario or in Canada.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 54,800 to CAD 68,500 per annum.
Benefits
May be eligible for performance-based bonus opportunities; competitive benefits program; learning and development initiatives aimed at promoting employee support and recognition.
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
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Sephora, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Acting Store Manager», «Interim Retail Manager», «Temporary Store Manager», «Acting Retail Manager», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.