Beauty Counter Manager - Kiehl's - The Oaks - Oxnard, CA
Posted on October 24, 2025
Nordstrom is a leading fashion retailer known for its exceptional customer service and high-quality merchandise across apparel, shoes, accessories, and beauty products. Established with a customer-first approach, Nordstrom has developed an inclusive and welcoming shopping environment that attracts diverse clientele. The company emphasizes a collaborative, team-oriented culture where employees are encouraged to bring their unique skills and passions to enhance the customer experience. With a strong presence in the retail industry, Nordstrom continually invests in employee development and offers comprehensive benefits to support its workforce. Nordstrom's Beauty Department is a vibrant and essential segment of the company, dedicated to helping customers feel confident and beautiful by providing personalized beauty services and expert advice. The department values individuals who are passionate about beauty trends and committed to delivering outstanding customer care both in-store and through digital platforms. 
The Nordstrom Beauty Counter Manager plays a pivotal role within the Beauty Department, serving as both a salesperson and a mentor. This dual responsibility involves maximizing sales within an assigned beauty brand while also teaching and inspiring team members to excel. The position demands a highly motivated, results-oriented individual who thrives in a commissioned sales environment and is enthusiastic about building a loyal customer base. Candidates must possess a deep passion for beauty, including makeup application and skincare, and stay current on the latest products and trends through continuous learning opportunities offered by Nordstrom and luxury brand partners. This role offers the dynamic experience of blending sales expertise with education, event management, and excellent customer relations. Responsibilities include conducting makeup applications, performing skincare analyses, recommending products tailored to individual beauty goals, and managing vendor events and promotions effectively. The job requires collaboration with team members to foster an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for all customers, ensuring the beauty counter is always customer-ready, organized, and clean. The manager must also be adept at leveraging digital tools such as social media and texting to engage with customers and drive sales. Nordstrom values flexibility, as this position may require working evenings and weekends based on business needs. Compensation for the Nordstrom Beauty Counter Manager ranges from $25.20 to $26.20 per hour with potential eligibility for performance-based incentives and bonuses. Benefits include comprehensive medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options, a 401k retirement plan, paid time off, holidays, merchandise discounts, and employee assistance programs. Nordstrom is committed to inclusivity and embraces applicants with diverse backgrounds, providing accommodations and supporting employees throughout their careers.
                - High school diploma or equivalent
 - Previous experience in beauty sales or makeup application preferred
 - Strong communication and interpersonal skills
 - Ability to use digital tools and social media for customer engagement
 - Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
 - Commitment to providing excellent customer service
 - Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment