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OVERVIEW
Experience operational excellence. Real investment in personal and professional development. And an ability to make real and beneficial change. The Distribution Centers at Ulta Beauty are a place where lived values meet next-generation advancements to create competitive advantage few can match.
If you want to learn in a supportive and ever-evolving environment. If you value managers who aren’t afraid to lead by rolling up their sleeves. If you seek stability, growth opportunities and the rewards that come with industry leadership, apply your talents and passions in ways that take us to even greater heights.
GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE
Leads and interprets Ulta Supply Chain strategic direction and vision to drive the overall success of an automated, retail distribution center. Ensures a safe, productive, and positive work environment while overseeing the daily operations, planning, organization, and execution of the distribution center and budget.
Contributes to the development of distribution center leadership and career growth opportunities for Distribution Center employees through coaching, performance management, and active development planning, reinforcing a culture of accountability and excellence.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Our DC Directors are champion s of Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position
(as well as all other projects/duties as assigned):
Performance
Inspire s
, lead s
, and motive s high-energy, results-driven teams in a fast-paced retail and eCommerce operations environment
Strategically and e ffectively leads cross-functional teams with diverse goals and responsibilities
Appl ies strong business acumen to identify opportunities for growth and operational improvement.
Proactively identif ies, address es, and recommend s solutions for any operational issues that may impact the associate experience, service level s, and guest satisfaction
Achieve s or exceed s distribution center productivity goals weekly
Develop s and maintain s annual operating budget and KPI metrics
Achieve s operating and financial objectives within budgeted guidelines
Drive s continuous improvement in productivity and financial performance
Ensures effective communication within the DC of all key initiatives to encourage a consistent understanding of the reasons for, direction of, and expected results of each project
Oversees facilities management, including vendor selection, negotiation of rates and service contracts
Interface s with other directors and senior managers to provide integrated operating goals that align with overall Company objectives
Recommend s measures to improve the supply chain, distribution methods, team performance, and quality of product
Maintain s consistent, reliable attendance to support business needs
People
Manages a direct team of senior operational leaders and is responsible for the performance and development of all associates inside of the distribution center
Champion s and model s
Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values
Demonstrate s high standards of associate safety, customer service, and servant leadership
Provides coaching and feedback to improve individual and team performance, sharing best practices to drive consistency and excellence
Oversees all non-exempt and exempt team staffing needs inside the DC
Lead s and execute s best practices to promote associate engagement and to enable a high-performing workforce that contribute s to the C ompany’s strategic growth and business objectives
Role model s behaviors aligned to a values-based, guest-centric, high performing culture with an emphasis on embracing our competencies and delivering with subject matter expertise
Partner s across the network organization to coach and develop leaders to ensure they are building culture action plans that best align to our people strategies and business initiatives
Participat e s in talent calibration, culture survey action planning, goal setting and rollout, performance review consultation, and IDP creation/ execution
Attend s mandatory training s and meetings to enable continuous professional development
, completes all training o n time
Process
Maintains thorough knowledge of and ensures compliance with Ulta Beauty policies, procedures, and standards
Develop s and implement s operational strategies to improve efficiency and productivity
Learns and adapts quickly to new processes
, communicating changes clearly across team and shift
Maintain s outstanding
DC operational standards, including cleanliness department, work areas, and building spaces
Protect s
C ompany assets by following loss prevention best practices and procedures.
Manage s operations to maximize efficiencies and productivity, optimize labor cost expenditures, and ensure safe operating practices
Develop s strategic direction and establishes appropriate priorities for projects critical to success
Ensure s that all organizational activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing business operations, and interacts with regulatory officials as required
Assess es organizational and operational effectiveness, while advocating process and technology changes/enhancements that will improve operating processes and performance
Execute s other operational tasks as directed
JOB
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
Experience
10
+ years p revious supply chain, distribution center or warehouse leadership experience
Skills
Strong leadership and team engagement skills
Demonstrated knowledge of distribution and eCommerce operations in a retail environmen t
Ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships/ relationships with peers
Professional communication skills
Proven proficiency with process improvement with the innovation to apply process improvement initiatives
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, includ ing troubleshooting, problem solving prioritizing, and multi-tasking
The ability to quickly learn business processes outside one’s area of expertise
English Proficient
Agile pl anning and prioritizing capabilities
Computer skills including MS Office, Excel, W arehouse Management System
Application
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Generally, work s a set schedule with potential to rotate based on business needs. After hours support as needed, 24/7 on-call to support the operation at all hours
Work s a flexible, full-time schedule, to include days, evenings, weekend, and holidays
Visit s stores to develop an understanding of the store experience and collaborate with field partners
Travel s as needed, including overnight stays
WORKING CONDITIONS
Constant exposure to distribution center conditions, which may include loud noises, variable temperatures, a dusty environment, and strong scents related to cosmetics or fragrance
The pay range for this position is $171,600.00 - $200,500.00 / 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.
Responsibilities
GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE
Leads and interprets Ulta Supply Chain strategic direction and vision to drive the overall success of an automated, retail distribution center. Ensures a safe, productive, and positive work environment while overseeing the daily operations, planning, organization, and execution of the distribution center and budget.
Contributes to the development of distribution center leadership and career growth opportunities for Distribution Center employees through coaching, performance management, and active development planning, reinforcing a culture of accountability and excellence.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Our DC Directors are champion s of Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position
(as well as all other projects/duties as assigned): Performance
Inspire s
, lead s
, and motive s high-energy, results-driven teams in a fast-paced retail and eCommerce operations environment
Strategically and e ffectively leads cross-functional teams with diverse goals and responsibilities
Appl ies strong business acumen to identify opportunities for growth and operational improvement.
Proactively identif ies, address es, and recommend s solutions for any operational issues that may impact the associate experience, service level s, and guest satisfaction
Achieve s or exceed s distribution center productivity goals weekly
Develop s and maintain s annual operating budget and KPI metrics
Achieve s operating and financial objectives within budgeted guidelines
Drive s continuous improvement in productivity and financial performance
Ensures effective communication within the DC of all key initiatives to encourage a consistent understanding of the reasons for, direction of, and expected results of each project
Oversees facilities management, including vendor selection, negotiation of rates and service contracts
Interface s with other directors and senior managers to provide integrated operating goals that align with overall Company objectives
Recommend s measures to improve the supply chain, distribution methods, team performance, and quality of product
Maintain s consistent, reliable attendance to support business needs
People
Manages a direct team of senior operational leaders and is responsible for the performance and development of all associates inside of the distribution center
Champion s and model s
Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values
Demonstrate s high standards of associate safety, customer service, and servant leadership
Provides coaching and feedback to improve individual and team performance, sharing best practices to drive consistency and excellence
Oversees all non-exempt and exempt team staffing needs inside the DC
Lead s and execute s best practices to promote associate engagement and to enable a high-performing workforce that contribute s to the C ompany’s strategic growth and business objectives
Role model s behaviors aligned to a values-based, guest-centric, high performing culture with an emphasis on embracing our competencies and delivering with subject matter expertise
Partner s across the network organization to coach and develop leaders to ensure they are building culture action plans that best align to our people strategies and business initiatives
Participat e s in talent calibration, culture survey action planning, goal setting and rollout, performance review consultation, and IDP creation/ execution
Attend s mandatory training s and meetings to enable continuous professional development
, completes all training o n time
Process
Maintains thorough knowledge of and ensures compliance with Ulta Beauty policies, procedures, and standards
Develop s and implement s operational strategies to improve efficiency and productivity
Learns and adapts quickly to new processes
, communicating changes clearly across team and shift
Maintain s outstanding
DC operational standards, including cleanliness department, work areas, and building spaces
Protect s
C ompany assets by following loss prevention best practices and procedures.
Manage s operations to maximize efficiencies and productivity, optimize labor cost expenditures, and ensure safe operating practices
Develop s strategic direction and establishes appropriate priorities for projects critical to success
Ensure s that all organizational activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing business operations, and interacts with regulatory officials as required
Assess es organizational and operational effectiveness, while advocating process and technology changes/enhancements that will improve operating processes and performance
Execute s other operational tasks as directed
Qualifications
JOB
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
Experience
10
+ years p revious supply chain, distribution center or warehouse leadership experience
Skills
Strong leadership and team engagement skills
Demonstrated knowledge of distribution and eCommerce operations in a retail environmen t
Ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships/ relationships with peers
Professional communication skills
Proven proficiency with process improvement with the innovation to apply process improvement initiatives
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, includ ing troubleshooting, problem solving prioritizing, and multi-tasking
The ability to quickly learn business processes outside one’s area of expertise
English Proficient
Agile pl anning and prioritizing capabilities
Computer skills including MS Office, Excel, W arehouse Management System
Application
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Generally, work s a set schedule with potential to rotate based on business needs. After hours support as needed, 24/7 on-call to support the operation at all hours
Work s a flexible, full-time schedule, to include days, evenings, weekend, and holidays
Visit s stores to develop an understanding of the store experience and collaborate with field partners
Travel s as needed, including overnight stays
WORKING CONDITIONS
Constant exposure to distribution center conditions, which may include loud noises, variable temperatures, a dusty environment, and strong scents related to cosmetics or fragrance
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