CDI - EME New Ventures & Innovation Manager (M/F/X)

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. Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, Sephora has been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, Sephora continues to break with convention to drive its mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty. With 50,000 employees in 35 countries, including 13,000 in Europe, we connect customers and beauty brands within the world’s most passionate beauty community. With a curation of nearly 500 brands, and our own label, Sephora Collection,

we offer
the most unique and diverse range of products: fragrances, makeup, hair care, skincare... and much more.    Context of the position   At Sephora, we empower beauty enthusiasts globally through innovation and unmatched experiences. Our Digital & IT EME team is at the forefront, shaping the future of retail by connecting strategy, technology, and customer-centricity across Europe and the Middle East. We are seeking a visionary to join us in this exciting journey. Attached to the International Projects and New Ventures Director, we are looking for a New Ventures Innovation Director to drive the identification, incubation, and scaling of groundbreaking initiatives that will redefine Sephora’s presence and impact on the region. This role is for a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of concrete feed of the Digital Product and Start Plan roadmaps, and animation with other key stakeholders (Regions, Maisons, LVMH).  You will be instrumental in exploring emerging opportunities and transforming bold ideas into tangible value for our customers and our business.   You will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following

missions:
Scout the emerging market evolutions and trends, identify the future evolutions that will feed, shape and influence Sephora Strategic Plan Lead Sephora EME innovation pipelining through regular Innovation sessions bringing  key internal business stakeholders in front of external partners & start-ups    Propose innovative solutions to Business teams to step-change Sephora Value Proposition, answer Business need or solve identified improvement opportunity Lead cross-functional teams in the rapid prototyping, piloting, and validation of new features, ensuring strategic fit and operational feasibility Develop compelling business cases, define key performance indicators, and ensure scaling by transitioning ownership to Product or Business teams Cultivate strong relationships and ease best practices sharing towards internal stakeholders (Global team, LVMH, Maisons) and external partners …..               Do not hesitate to apply if you have… or if you are … 7+ years in digital or retail environment Experience in digital strategy, innovation, or venture development, preferably within retail, e-commerce, or a dynamic consumer-focused industry Understanding of emerging technologies (e.g., Artificial Intelligence), digital trends, and their application in enhancing customer experience and business growth Ability of turning nascent ideas into viable projects, demonstrating agility, resilience, and a results-oriented mindset Ability to engage, influence, and lead diverse stakeholders across different functions and geographies to achieve shared objectives   Communication skills, capable of articulating complex visions and strategies with clarity and impact to executive audiences

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; an MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus. Language: Fluent in English; additional European languages are highly valued.     Here, you will find:  Community, in which authenticity is embraced, and the strength of our differences fuels our collective spirit. Culture of empowerment, learning & growth, that offers you the tools, space and opportunity to learn, innovate and lead. Work that brings fulfillment. From delighting clients every day, to inspiring our industry at large, every action makes a difference.   Join us and belong to something beautiful.     At Sephora, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for everyone.