A retail leader that is a bit stuck acting like a bit player - Anonymous employee Sephora Employee Review

3.0
Sep 1, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

extremely progressive, frequently changing dynamics, not afraid to take risks. Fair amount of internal training available.

Cons

does not pay industry standard wages. Leadership does not follow the rules that everyone else is expected to follow. Poor communication from the top down. Lots of direction to do things because someone in leadership wants it regardless of impact. Sephora values only paid lip service. Nonexistent work life balance. Fair amount of nepotism. HR is horrific - feels like you're meeting with the cast of the movie mean girls. heavy reliance of contractors at rates which are 2-3x what a local headcount would cost.

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I've worked at two different locations in different cities. Both locations have WONDERFUL management, they are always super understanding. They lead with integrity and passion for beauty. Gratis is always a plus! But being apart of a team that has your back and truly wants to see you thrive makes all the difference!

Cons

I really don't have any cons for Sephora. They have poured into me the same way I've poured into the clients that come into the store. My only wish would be that Flex employees also receive gratis because they too need training products in order to recommend brands to clients.

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