Entry Level Merchandising Associate Jobs
New grad merchandising associate jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work or hands-on retail projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Retail, Distribution & Wholesale, and Insurance, with employers like Dollar Tree, American Eagle Outfitters, and White Cap hiring at this level now.
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Job ID: 299108
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: Merchandising
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Assistant Manager, Sephora Collection Makeup & Accessories
Your Role at Sephora:
Ready for a career glow up? As Assistant Manager, Sephora Collection Makeup & Accessories , you’ll support the execution of seasonal assortments, product launches, and merchandising initiatives across Sephora Collection’s Makeup and Accessories categories in North America. The work you do will impact beauty, as you help bring innovative, high-performing, and accessible products to life for our clients. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that’s united in beauty, supported by those who are equally passionate about delivering exceptional products, driving business growth, and creating an inspiring client experience.
What You’ll Do:
Support the development, execution, and ongoing maintenance of seasonal retail assortments and in-store animation initiatives across Sephora Collection Makeup and Accessories.
Partner closely with Retail Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on product assortments, launches, and key business priorities.
Manage SKU creation, product setup, and ongoing maintenance within Sephora’s internal merchandising systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely execution.
Coordinate merchandising timelines, track key deliverables, and support the successful execution of seasonal programs and brand initiatives.
Develop and maintain presentations, reports, and materials for cross-functional meetings, business reviews, and merchandising discussions.
Communicate product updates, assortment changes, project milestones, and key timelines to internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution.
Conduct ad hoc reporting and business analyses to identify opportunities, support merchandising strategies, and inform business decisions.
Support the coordination of product launches and promotional initiatives, ensuring merchandising information and materials are accurate and delivered on time.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase operational efficiency, and support the overall effectiveness of merchandising activities.
Manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail and meeting critical deadlines.
What You’ll Bring:
2–3 years of relevant professional experience in retail, merchandising, brand management support, or a related corporate environment.
Bachelor’s degree.
2+ years of experience using Microsoft Office applications and merchandising systems, with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects on time.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate key information clearly.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support informed business decisions.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, particularly when managing product information, assortments, and merchandising systems.
Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships, influence stakeholders, and navigate competing business priorities.
Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset with a willingness to take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for the beauty industry, with an interest in makeup, accessories, product trends, and the retail client experience.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment, with in-office attendance on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and travel as needed.
What You’ll Get:
The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000.00 - $95,000.00 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.
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- Dollar Tree12

- American Eagle Outfitters6

- White Cap2

- Gap1

- Belk1

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail25
- Distribution & Wholesale4
- Insurance1
- Luxury Goods1
- Food & Beverage1
Entry Level Merchandising Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level merchandising associate job?
Start by highlighting any retail, stocking, or visual display experience, even from internships, school projects, or part-time work. Employers at this level look for comfort with planograms, inventory systems, and physical merchandising tasks. A portfolio showing display setups or college coursework in retail management, marketing, or business gives entry level candidates a clear edge over applicants with no relevant background.
Which companies hire entry level merchandising associates?
Companies hiring entry level merchandising associates right now include Dollar Tree, American Eagle Outfitters, and White Cap, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, retailers, consumer goods brands, and third-party merchandising agencies tend to hire most actively, often filling roles on a rolling basis as store footprints grow or seasonal demand increases.
Are there remote entry level merchandising associate jobs?
Yes, though most merchandising associate roles are on-site by nature. About 12% of entry level merchandising associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve vendor coordination, digital shelf management, or reporting functions rather than physical floor work. On-site roles remain the dominant format at this experience level.
Are these new grad merchandising associate jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior merchandising associate roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, volunteer retail work, or a portfolio of relevant projects in place of full-time history. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'training provided,' or 'no experience required' as signals the role is built for candidates just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level merchandising associates?
Entry Level merchandising associate roles concentrate in Retail, Distribution & Wholesale, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on consistent in-store execution, product placement, and inventory replenishment across large retail footprints, creating steady openings for candidates entering the field for the first time.