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Since its debut in North America over 20 years ago, Sephora has been a leader in prestige omni-retail with the purpose of creating an inviting beauty shopping experience and inspiring fearlessness in our community. With the goal of delivering unbiased shopping support and a personalized experience, Sephora invites clients to touch and try 25,000 products from 400 carefully curated brands, enjoy services at the Beauty Studio and engage with expertly trained beauty advisors in more than 490 stores across the Americas, as well as over 660 locations inside JCPenney. Clients can also experience Sephora online and through our mobile app, access the free-to-join Beauty Insider program and digital community, which together enhance the experience of Sephora’s passionate clients. Sephora has been an industry-leading champion of diversity, inclusivity, and empowerment, guided by our longstanding company values. In 2019, Sephora announced a new tagline and manifesto, “We Belong to Something Beautiful,” to reinforce its dedication to fostering belonging amongst all clients and employees and to publicly strive for a more inclusive vision for retail in the Americas. Sephora continues to give back to our communities and advance inclusion in our industry through our Sephora Stands social impact programs.
Sephora is hiring a Merchandising Operations Trainee for Dubai. This entry-level role is great for someone eager to start a career in retail or merchandising, with a keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills. If you’re passionate about beauty and want to learn the behind-the-scenes of product planning and display, this opportunity is for you. Check the job details below and apply directly.
Merchandising Operations Trainee
Position Purpose:
The Merchandising Trainee will support the end-to-end management of the gifting process, assisting with logistical coordination, tracking, and documentation to ensure seamless execution of CRM and promotional gifting campaigns. This role will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams, administration, and process management to uphold high standards in timely and effective gifting operations.
Key Accountabilities:
Gifting Process Support
- Assist in the organization and execution of gifting campaigns across CRM, in-store, and online channels.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date gifting trackers, including inventory status, timelines, and campaign-specific details.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners and vendors to ensure timely fulfillment and delivery of all gifting requirements.
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Liaise with warehouse, logistics, and brand teams to align on gifting timelines and specifications, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and engaged.
- Support the Merchandising Operations & Animation Manager with administrative tasks to facilitate smooth cross-departmental communication and workflow.
Documentation and Reporting
- Keep detailed records of gifting processes, inventory movements, and project updates to ensure transparency and continuity.
- Provide regular updates to the team, including reports on gifting status and potential areas for process improvement.
Skills, Experience & Personality
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a strong interest in merchandising operations and project coordination.
- 1-2 years’ experience in Merchandising/Project Coordination.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail in managing documentation.
- Highly organized, with a proactive approach to handling multiple tasks related to gifting activities.
- Excellent communication skills in English, capable of collaborating effectively with various teams.
- Adaptable, team-oriented, and aligned with Sephora’s values of creativity, authenticity, and continuous improvement.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.sephora.com.