Analyst, Real Estate Strategy & Analytics

Job ID: 290490
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: Real Estate/Prop Dev
Work Location: Hybrid - San Francisco

Belong to Something Beautiful

At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential, and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful.

Your Role at Sephora:

Ready for a career glow up? As  Analyst, Real Estate Strategy & Analytics , you’ll be a pivotal contributor, leveraging advanced analytical methodologies and innovative tools to drive strategic real estate decisions. The work you do will impact beauty, as you conduct in-depth geo-spatial analysis, comprehensive market research, and precise site-specific sales forecasts to fuel a robust brick-and-mortar expansion pipeline. You’ll be a fundamental partner that’s united in beauty, supported by those who are equally passionate about expanding Sephora’s presence in the US and Canada, directly influencing our market growth and brand footprint.

What You’ll Do:

• Sales & Cannibalization Forecasting: Develop accurate sales and cannibalization forecasts for new store opportunities. Utilize analog sales data, sales forecasting models, traffic data, and hindsight reports to inform sales and cannibalization forecasts. Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to better understand sales drivers, competitors, and industry trends. Prepare research-related materials for monthly Real Estate Committee.
• Market Analysis & Research: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential retail locations and emerging market trends. Analyze demographic data, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes to inform site selection in US and Canada. Present compelling findings and strategic recommendations to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Ad Hoc Analyses & Special Projects: Provide analytical support on ad hoc and special projects as needed for real estate and cross-functional teams.
• Tool/Process Creation & Optimization: Further develop sales forecasting and market evaluation tools, processes, and best practices for Sephora's store pipeline.

What You’ll Bring:

• 2-3 years of real estate or retail experience (with a demonstrated ability in retail expansion, spatial analytics, sales forecasting, modeling, and/or market research).
• Business, Finance, Statistics, or similar. Advanced in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint). Proficient in MapInfo Pro, ESRI, or comparable GIS applications.
• Experience with SQL and/or PowerBI preferred.
• Strong analytical and reporting experience/skills with a high attention to detail.
• Superior written/verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude with an ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.
• Highly comfortable with navigating ambiguity and large data sets from multiple sources.
• Detail-oriented and resourceful when assessing challenging situations. Works well autonomously and as a team player.
• Proactive, innovative, and results-oriented self-starter.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Effective listening and interpersonal communication skills to respond to inquiries, address concerns, and ensure cooperative and productive work relationships.

What You’ll Get: 

The annual base salary range for this position is $102,000.00 - $114,750.00 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. This job will be posted for a minimum of five days. 

• Caring Community. You’ll collaborate with teammates who are equally passionate about innovating and driving the industry forward – together, united in beauty. 

• Fulfilling Path. Your career transformation starts here, with opportunities that will challenge, stretch and develop your skills. 

• Meaningful Work. As you make an impact on beauty, you’ll feel and see the positive change (consumer, industry, and social) that your individual voice is a part of. 

Rewards as Unique as You:

Some benefits have eligibility requirements and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

• Health . Choose a healthcare plan to fit you and your family’s needs with medical, dental, and vision coverage. Sephora also fully covers our employees’ disability and life insurance. 

• Wealth . We offer a competitive 401k with 4% match as well as FSA and HSA programs. We also offer a Student Debt Retirement plan, where your student loan payments qualify to earn the 401k match from Sephora. 

• Balance . You’ll be empowered to find the perfect blend of work/life balance that actually works for you with PTO, flexibility, protected leave, and more. 

• Growth . Career growth is built into every role, with access to training, development, and tuition reimbursement. 

• Perks . Think you’ve tried it all? Enjoy a 30% discount on all merchandise/services, opportunities for free product or “gratis,” and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products. 

• Support . Join a team that truly cares – with free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse. Plus, volunteer and donation matching. 

Sephora values a diverse and inclusive workplace and considers all applicants without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age, religion, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Sephora is committed to providing reasonable accommodation ta applicants with disabilities or other medical conditions.  

Sephora will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.  

Join Us and Belong to Something Beautiful