Operations Manager

Position Overview

Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement at Ulta Beauty, where beauty is powerful. As an Operations Manager, you will lead store operations through Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values to drive top-line sales growth. In this role, you will manage a team to ensure excellence in areas including inventory management, planogram execution, and guest service while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of accountability to meet or exceed sales, service, and operational targets.
• Drive profitability through operational excellence, top-line sales growth, and effective expense control.
• Analyze financial and operational reports to implement timely corrective actions.
• Recruit, develop, and manage a diverse team while fostering professional development and engagement.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences through product demonstrations, makeup applications, and skincare consultations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety protocols, and standards including inventory control and loss prevention.
• Collaborate with vendor partners and field leadership to drive continuous process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 2-3+ years of fast-paced retail management or related experience with proven success in financial management, operational excellence, and inventory control.
• Proficient with Point of Sale systems, Microsoft Office, and basic technology tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills paired with strong collaboration and organizational abilities.
• Must be able to work a flexible, full-time schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to meet physical requirements such as continuous mobility, frequent bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and develop a high-performing team in a dynamic retail environment.