Operations Manager

$58,240 - $72,800/Yr

Ulta Beauty - Cerritos, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cerritos, CA

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

The Operations Manager (OM) at Ulta Beauty is responsible for leading a high-performing team to achieve top-line sales growth while embodying the company's mission, vision, and values. This role involves overseeing store operations, managing inventory processes, and driving performance through effective leadership and operational excellence. The OM plays a crucial role in talent acquisition, training, and development, ensuring compliance with company standards, and fostering a culture of accountability and engagement among associates.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of accountability to meet or exceed store goals related to sales and guest loyalty.
• Drive company profitability through operational excellence and expense control.
• Leverage store forecast and payroll budgets to support scheduling needs and maximize productivity.
• Review and analyze financial and operational reporting to react timely to store performance.
• Perform makeup applications and product demonstrations to enhance guest service experience.
• Attract, hire, and retain a diverse team of top talent for the store.
• Build a highly engaged team through effective collaboration and communication.
• Support professional development of managers and associates through training and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty's policies and standards for the store.
• Manage service, boutique, and store supply inventory and ordering processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2-3+ years of fast-paced retail management experience.
• Proven success in driving top-line sales and managing payroll budgets.
• Experience in monitoring inventory levels and achieving operational excellence.
• Strong leadership skills in attracting and developing top talent.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the beauty industry or retail cosmetics.
• Knowledge of current beauty trends and products.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Opportunity for bonuses based on performance