You will accomplish all of these goals by
Championing/modeling Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision and values
Influencing accountability to plan, execute and achieve objectives that align with company strategy for growth and profit
Identifying patterns and anticipating business needs that will drive performance
Delivering efficient and effective solutions that meet the constraints of time, cost and scope
Measuring the effect of process changes and accurately quantifying the impact
Collaborating cross-functionally to launch new initiatives and track/analyze performance
Raising awareness of process change impacts throughout the enterprise
Facilitating proactive change management to all levels of the organization impacted by project rollouts
Influencing key stakeholders to achieve results in an autonomous manner
Determining the most efficient sequence of operations and workflow and recommending methods for maximum asset/people utilization
Recommending methods for improving associate efficiency and reducing waste of time and effort (e.g., restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, job setup and related)
Participating in training and testing for new systems and processes as part of an implementation plan
Leading/executing best practices to promote associate engagement and enablement
Partnering across the network to coach/develop leaders to ensure they are building culture action plans that best align to our people strategies and business initiatives
Identifying ways to build/implement talent capabilities at all levels while identifying opportunities for training and development
Leading/participating in talent calibration, culture survey action planning, goal setting and rollout, performance review consultation, and IDP creation/execution
Planning and driving operational exempt and non-exempt staffing needs
Leading building-wide performance management plans in partnership with leadership team
THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS
Qualified candidates will be high-energy individuals with proven leadership/team building skills who possess demonstrated knowledge of distribution and/or E-Commerce operations in a retail environment. Additional requirements include:
Proven proficiency with process improvement
The ability to lead cross-functional teams with diverse goals and responsibilities
Demonstrated skill in driving initiatives related to teams, projects and quality
Excellent analytical and organizational skills, to include trouble-shooting, prioritizing and multi-tasking
The ability to quickly learn business processes outside one’s area of expertise
Nimbleness, with the innovation to apply process improvement initiatives
Strong computer skills (specifically, MS Office, WMS Application)
A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, but not required
Essential Functions
Work a flexible, full-time schedule, to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Work rotational, 24/7 on-call to support the operation at all hours
Travel, including overnight stays
Stand or sit for long periods of time
Accept exposure to distribution center conditions, which may include loud noises, variable temperatures, a dusty environment and strong scents related to cosmetics or fragrance
Visit stores to develop an understanding of the store experience and collaborate with field partners
The pay range for this position is $102,900.00 - $174,700.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta
ABOUT
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE
As a Senior DC Operations Manager at Ulta Beauty, you will apply your strong strategic and analytical skills to drive operational excellence through short- and long-term planning. This role requires equal parts creativity/innovation and solid leadership/business acumen. Continuous improvement through the optimization of people, process and performance is an essential mindset and drive for any professionals seeking this role. Your passion for all aspects of operations will enhance our “can-do” culture and inspire the diverse teams you lead, as well as cross-functional partners and key stakeholders at all levels. The development of smart and intuitive standard operating procedures (SOPs) will be paramount to your success in driving financial returns that elevate the business across retail, operations and E-Commerce.
You will accomplish all of these goals by
Championing/modeling Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision and values
Influencing accountability to plan, execute and achieve objectives that align with company strategy for growth and profit
Identifying patterns and anticipating business needs that will drive performance
Delivering efficient and effective solutions that meet the constraints of time, cost and scope
Measuring the effect of process changes and accurately quantifying the impact
Collaborating cross-functionally to launch new initiatives and track/analyze performance
Raising awareness of process change impacts throughout the enterprise
Facilitating proactive change management to all levels of the organization impacted by project rollouts
Influencing key stakeholders to achieve results in an autonomous manner
Determining the most efficient sequence of operations and workflow and recommending methods for maximum asset/people utilization
Recommending methods for improving associate efficiency and reducing waste of time and effort (e.g., restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, job setup and related)
Participating in training and testing for new systems and processes as part of an implementation plan
Leading/executing best practices to promote associate engagement and enablement
Partnering across the network to coach/develop leaders to ensure they are building culture action plans that best align to our people strategies and business initiatives
Identifying ways to build/implement talent capabilities at all levels while identifying opportunities for training and development
Leading/participating in talent calibration, culture survey action planning, goal setting and rollout, performance review consultation, and IDP creation/execution
Planning and driving operational exempt and non-exempt staffing needs
Leading building-wide performance management plans in partnership with leadership team
THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS
Qualified candidates will be high-energy individuals with proven leadership/team building skills who possess demonstrated knowledge of distribution and/or E-Commerce operations in a retail environment. Additional requirements include:
Proven proficiency with process improvement
The ability to lead cross-functional teams with diverse goals and responsibilities
Demonstrated skill in driving initiatives related to teams, projects and quality
Excellent analytical and organizational skills, to include trouble-shooting, prioritizing and multi-tasking
The ability to quickly learn business processes outside one’s area of expertise
Nimbleness, with the innovation to apply process improvement initiatives
Strong computer skills (specifically, MS Office, WMS Application)
A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, but not required
Essential Functions
Work a flexible, full-time schedule, to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Work rotational, 24/7 on-call to support the operation at all hours
Travel, including overnight stays
Stand or sit for long periods of time
Accept exposure to distribution center conditions, which may include loud noises, variable temperatures, a dusty environment and strong scents related to cosmetics or fragrance
Visit stores to develop an understanding of the store experience and collaborate with field partners
