At Sephora we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves. We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us. As part of the Finance department and the Internal Audit team, you will excel and enjoy this position if you are ready to actively handle the following missions: Corporate Audit: Ensure compliance with laws and group requirements; Conduct assessments of the most relevant business process to ensure that all relevant risks are managed and addressed. Perform the annual tests of detail planning; Propose action plans to close the gap identified and ensure a proper follow up; Participate in external audit activities (LVMH, Sephora, external auditors…) and follow up on action plans to ensure effectiveness; Conduct warehouse audits to assess the effectiveness of the logistic provider activities and oversee the annual stock take process; Partner with the rest of the organization and central team to improve and update local procedures; Manage ad-hoc related project where necessary (i.e.: BCP, 3rd party due diligence, etc.…); Perform the 3rd parties due diligence program on risky supplier and ensure the effectiveness of the purchasing policy; Retail Audit: Prepare the annual retail audit plan in compliance with central requirements; Conduct store audits to assess the level of compliance with internal procedure and formalize the audit report; Conduct follow up audit to stores with a low level of compliance to ensure the implementation of the proposed action plan; Report general issues or gap arising from retail audits; Partner with the stores and/or sales department to improve the effective knowledge of the procedures and give them the needed clarifications; Internal Control Review: Investigate POS transactions to identify potential frauds; Propose and lead changes to the company's policy and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiencies; Prepare the monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual internal controls reports; Ethics & Compliance: Ensure compliance with local laws and group requirements (specifically to D.Lgs 231/2001 and French Sapin 2 law) Lead the Ethics & Compliance committee and implement the annual program Lead the Supervisory Board and report relevant fraud, breaches or gap identified Ensure the E&C training program to the new joiners Prepare regular reports for HQ and Group Compliance Officer Who we are looking for: Experience in risk management Highly curious with a deep dive approach Proficient in SAP Retail/beauty passion is a plus. How to be successful in the role and at Sephora: Ensure the compliance of internal procedure to local law and group requirements. Ensure the respect of internal procedures by Stores and HQ population. Identify potential risk in the organization and propose action plans to mitigate them.
By staying results-oriented and proactive in this fast-paced and dynamic environment, you'll contribute to the success of Sephora.
Why join the SEPHORA team: - Working Environment : modern offices with break/relax areas for your well-being in the center of Milan. Enjoy our extraordinary planning of activities, such as Annual Convention, team buildings, etc.
- Work-life balance : smart working and flexible hours
- Sephora Stands : positive social and environment impact activities organized by our "Sephora Stands" committee
- Career paths : you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized training and development plans, created by our center of expertise "Sephora University"
- Meaningful Rewards : competitive tailored welfare offer, free beauty product gifts and access to discounts on Sephora and LVMH products
Sephora is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
