About the Role
As Analyst, Real Estate Strategy & Analytics, you will 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 will 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.
Responsibilities
- Develop accurate sales and cannibalization forecasts for new store opportunities using analog sales data, sales forecasting models, traffic data, and hindsight reports.
- Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to understand sales drivers, competitors, and industry trends.
- Prepare research-related materials for monthly Real Estate Committee.
- 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.
- Provide analytical support on ad hoc and special projects for real estate and cross-functional teams.
- Further develop sales forecasting and market evaluation tools, processes, and best practices for Sephora's store pipeline.
Requirements
- 2-3 years of real estate or retail experience with demonstrated ability in retail expansion, spatial analytics, sales forecasting, modeling, and/or market research.
- Proficiency in Business, Finance, Statistics, or a similar field.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
- Proficiency in MapInfo Pro, ESRI, or comparable GIS applications.
- Experience with SQL and/or PowerBI preferred.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills with high attention to detail.
- Superior written/verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Strong problem-solving aptitude with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.
- High comfort level with navigating ambiguity and large data sets from multiple sources.
- Detail-oriented and resourceful when assessing challenging situations.
- Ability to work 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.
Skills
- Retail expansion
- Spatial analytics
- Sales forecasting
- Modeling
- Market research
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- MapInfo Pro
- ESRI
- GIS applications
- SQL
- PowerBI
- Analytical skills
- Reporting skills
- Communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Problem-solving
- Project management
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Full Time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 2-3 years
Education Level
- Business
- Finance
- Statistics
Salary/Compensations
- $102,000.00 - $114,750.00
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k with 4% match
- FSA programs
- HSA programs
- Student Debt Retirement plan
- PTO
- Flexibility
- Protected leave
- Training
- Development
- Tuition reimbursement
- 30% discount on merchandise/services
- Free product/gratis
- Flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products
- Free mental health coaching
- Free financial coaching
- 24/7 access to Modern Health
- 24/7 access to Financial Finesse
- Volunteer and donation matching
About the Company
- 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.
- You’ll collaborate with teammates who are equally passionate about innovating and driving the industry forward – together, united in beauty.
- Your career transformation starts here, with opportunities that will challenge, stretch and develop your skills.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
