Senior Manager, North America Store Operations, LE LABO
$99.4k - $163.8kFull-time
LE LABO
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world's leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company's products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.
Description JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a North America Store Operations Senior Manager to join the Le Labo North America team.
This position manages the store operations team for North America (USA and Canada) for both existing distribution as well as new expansion of free-standing stores and department store counters. Additionally, this role establishes and monitors operational protocols and directs the Field and Retail team in the enhancement of technical operations.
This role is a hybrid role, spending time in our Williamsburg Brooklyn HQ and frequent time in Le Labo Boutiques and Corners across the United States and Canada. This position reports directly to the Head of North America Sales.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Retail Operations Leadership
Manage and develop the North America Store Ops team, mapping tasks and individual workloads back to overarching regional priorities, operational timelines, ways of working and operating frameworks
Build scalable operational frameworks that support boutique growth and maintain Le Labo's unique service culture.
Drive consistency across all boutiques and counters, ensuring operational excellence without compromising local entrepreneurship and authenticity
Partner with Field and Education teams as a core pillar of retail excellence, ensuring ops is an integrated element of field and educations mindsets
Partner with Marketing, Finance, Real Estate, Supply Chain, and HR to ensure seamless execution of business priorities
Own operational communications to the field
Lead change management efforts for new processes, systems, and initiatives
Gather feedback from boutique teams and continuously refine operations
Translate ELC priorities into practical execution plans for LL Fss
Lead operational workstreams for strategic initiatives and transformations
Represent Store Ops in NA Leads Meetings, LRP planning, and budget discussions
Support operational readiness and planning for high-traffic commercial periods
Participate in rotating on-call weekend schedule to cover FSS emergencies
Oversee and complete all price increases in POS systems
RESPONSIBILITIES: Operational Compliance Control
Uphold, elevate, develop and maintain operational standards, policies, and procedures for all boutiques
Take ownership of operational compliance in all doors: understanding, communicating and enforcing policies to mitigate operational risk including shrinkage, purchase limits, sales practices, discount, and inventory management
Partner with Real Estate and Retail Facilities team on all local legal requirements and standards
Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve efficiency, and reduce administrative burden for field and POS teams
Monitor key operational KPIs, ensuring boutiques meet company standards for inventory management, compliance, Health and safety, productivity, and execution
Ensure compliance with ELC company policies, local legal requirements, health and safety standards, and audit expectations
Partner with HR and Finance on compliance-related processes and investigations
Oversee cash handling, operational controls, and loss prevention standards
Inventory and Product Operations
Partner closely with Trade Marketing, Demand Planning and Supply Chain to optimize inventory health across FSS and E-Store doors
Oversee inventory accuracy, stock management, cycle counts, shrink prevention, and loss mitigation initiatives
Support new product launch planning and execution for new creations
Ensure boutiques are equipped with the tools, materials, and inventory required to deliver exceptional client experiences
Upload new products into POS system and ensure functionality prior to OCD
Retail POS Data / System Management
Manage all retail operational systems including POS, omni tools (uber, Postmates, etc), inventory management platforms, reporting tools, and boutique technology.
Optimize the utility of the Brand's POS system, introducing enhanced operational practices and system functions to drive field efficiency
Act as key liaison between boutiques and IT partners to resolve operational challenges and improve system functionality
Drive adoption of technology solutions that improve efficiency and capabilities
Represent FSS channel as the primary operational stakeholder for new system launches and upgrades throughout the cross-functional process, aligning with Marketing, GBSC, Product Development, IT, and IBM/D2B/SAP teams
Oversee communication and timeline alignment across intersecting departments to guarantee flawless, on-time launch execution
Direct the testing, validation, and rollout strategy for POS and SKU coding with ELC IT / PDM / SAP teams to ensure accurate regional implementation
Lead project management and task completion across North America Sales and Planning teams to secure strict adherence to launch timelines
Develop field training frameworks, creative system-upgrade materials, and POS presentation guides that resemble our education and training model
Host systems trainings and act as expert when new technology is rolled out- understanding nuances and guiding boutiques through all change management
RESPONSIBILITIES: Health & Safety Management
Own retail health and safety standards across the boutique network, ensuring compliance with local, state/provincial, and federal regulations
Develop, maintain, and communicate ELC and LL safety policies, procedures, and emergency response protocols
Support business continuity planning and crisis management efforts for weather events, power outages, security incidents, and other operational disruptions
Partner with Real Estate and Facilities and boutique leadership to identify and mitigate workplace hazards and operational risks
Oversee incident reporting processes, ensuring timely investigation, documentation, and resolution of safety-related concerns
Lead health and safety training initiatives, ensuring all Souls understand emergency procedures, safe work practices, and company standards
Monitor boutique compliance with fire safety requirements, evacuation plans, first aid readiness, and required safety certifications
Partner with HR and Legal teams on workers' compensation claims, workplace incidents, and risk mitigation strategies
Conduct regular operational and safety audits, identifying opportunities to improve compliance and create safer working environments
Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal practices for fresh blending
Ensure compliance with all safety protocols related to fragrance compounding equipment and boutique laboratory operations; maintain standards for the safe handling and storage of fragrance oils, alcohol-based products, and other potentially flammable materials
Manage all NYC Health and Safety requirements for the Le Labo Williamsburg Café
New Door Openings
Lead operational readiness for new boutique openings, renovations, relocations
Manage the process for new openings & any closures for free standing stores
Own the operational roadmap for retail accounting, POS account infrastructure, L&E setup in systems mapping, opening order uploads, and all technical backend configurations
Architect the supply and merchandise allocation strategy for openings
Support with the organization and shipping of all required VM materials for NDO's
Oversee and ensure compliance for all business licenses and municipal permits
Manage relationships with third-party vendors and partners to resolve escalated on- and off-site issues regarding construction, logistics, and merchandising
Collateral and Indirect Procurement Management
Optimize and scale the procurement and demand planning frameworks for non-saleable collateral and in-store supplies, partnering directly with the ELC IP.
Supervise and direct ongoing replenishment and new allocations to prevent business disruption.
Ensure all procurement, ordering and supply management for the Le Labo Café
Soul Onboarding & ongoing culture champion
Motivate, inspire, and retain Soul Talent through leadership and support of the region's 360-onboarding program
Present/Guide team to present Operational Compliance information and operating procedures during quarterly Onboarding meetings
CHAMPION AND STEWARD Le Labo VALUES
Commit to broader responsibility & accountability for sustainability, diversity & inclusion while staying true to the Le Labo mission.
Demonstrate kindness and respect, empathy, inclusion, and humility, and ensure these are at the core of all interactions.
Embody the values of the manifesto through our actions, and drive accountability for contributing to the growing internal culture of Le Labo.
Create value and positive impact across all elements of our Brand, operations, teams, partners, and the broader world.
Exude passion for Le Labo and deeply appreciate, understand the Brand DNA
Drive awareness and sales of refill program
Ensure deep diversity & inclusion focus and understanding for client interactions
Qualifications 7+ years of experience in retail operation or similar field, with strong skill background for data management and technical operations in retail store environments; Experience in working store set up, operations
Strong sense of details
Strong capability with working autonomously with third party vendors with full understanding of industry-specific terms
A results-oriented performer, who sets personal goals and deadlines, and consistently meets or exceeds targets
Creative & pragmatic approach to problem solving
Agile mindset, thinking out of the box and open to new, alternative approaches
Strong communication/collaboration skills, interpersonal and leadership abilities; ability to present to and engage with a group audience
Exude passion for Le Labo and deeply appreciate, understand the Brand DNA and protects values of the brand and business model
Be a motivated, self-starter, with the ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively with a team-player mindset; strong self-leadership skills
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, independent environment, and manage multiple concurrent projects (tracking timing, budget, deliverables, etc) while collaborating effectively to leverage cross-functional Brand strengths
Highly organized and able to manage complex project
Ability to understand any needs across channels and formats
Exceptional skills within: PowerPoint, Excel, Word; Outlook; CoPilot
Strong writing skills, able to leverage unique voice of the Brand and nuanced tone
Available and willing to travel periodically as required (roughly 30% if time)
Pay Range: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $99,400.00 to $163,800.00 . Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program as well as participation in the share incentive plan. In addition,
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact View email address on us.fitly.work.
Michigan Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law
Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.
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