Manager, Store Design (Retail Architect)

Job ID: 285423 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, CA 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 Manager of Store Design, you'll be the creative force behind Sephora's iconic retail environments, ensuring every space reflects our brand identity and delivers an innovative client experience. The work you do will impact beauty, as you lead the end-to-end design process—from concept to completion—bringing the physical expression of our brand to life across North America. You'll manage a talented team of Store Designers that is united in beauty, supported by those who are equally passionate about creating beautiful, functional, and cost-effective stores that elevate the Sephora experience. What You'll Do Coach, lead, and inspire a high‑performing team of Store Designers, providing guidance through design challenges, layouts, and storefront design while fostering a culture of collaboration and growth. Collaborate cross‑functionally with Real Estate, Retail Operations, Merchandising, and Property Development throughout all stages of store design to ensure seamless project delivery. Develop project scope of work, including review of codes, tenant criteria, merchandise requirements, and all relevant design elements to be incorporated into each project. Oversee quality control in partnership with third‑party architecture firms, ensuring all drawings meet Sephora's design standards, are accurate throughout the project lifecycle, and support on‑schedule construction. Lead design implementation from construction documentation through permitting, expertly communicating Sephora's brand point of view to external partners, landlords, and building officials. Provide input and feedback on store design tools, including templates, design guidelines, ideal plans, feasibility studies, and high‑level gut checks. Navigate high‑profile and complex projects, including special initiatives such as time studies and prototype/template standards development. Drive process evolution by introducing best‑in‑class industry practices and leading new process development as needed. Contribute fresh industry insights to continuously improve the delivery of on‑brand, beautiful, functional, and cost‑effective store designs. What You'll Bring 7+ years of experience in Retail Architecture, Retail Design, or a related field. 5+ years of experience direct people leadership and managing high‑performing design teams. Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, with related experience in Retail Architecture, Retail Design, or a similar field. High proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); experience with visualization tools such as SketchUp, Rhino, or 3DS Max is a plus. Strong architectural design skills, including floor plans, interior elevations, storefront design, and construction documentation. Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse teams, cross‑functional partners, and external stakeholders. Budget management proficiency, with the ability to oversee project budgets effectively while balancing cost, quality, and schedule. Strategic agility and problem‑solving mindset, with the ability to navigate complex, ambiguous situations and arrive at well‑reasoned recommendations. High level of initiative, curiosity, and motivation, with an appetite for continuous improvement, a love of challenges, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves on projects of any size. What You’ll Get The annual base salary range for this position is $135,660.00 - $170,000.00. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include 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. Benefits 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: 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. EEO Statement 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 to 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr sephora.com