Beauty Manager

JCPenney; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 47,252,000 - 67,502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management incentive plan bonus

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Associate discount

Job summary

JCPenney is seeking a Beauty Manager in Ames, IA to lead the beauty team, analyze performance, and develop talent while maintaining strong visual standards. The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer experiences and executing monthly merchandising animations to support sales.

You will coach associates, review sales metrics, recruit local talent, and ensure the beauty department aligns with brand standards and promotions.

Qualifications

• Leadership and coaching of store beauty team.
• Utilize sales data to improve performance and drive results.
• Deliver outstanding customer experiences in beauty category.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team: coach, set expectations, recognize contributions, motivate associates.
• Analyze business performance using sales reports and metrics to identify opportunities and take action.
• Support talent management by recruiting local talent for open roles.
• Maintain visual standards by ensuring merchandise is clean, organized, and presented well.
• Deliver excellent customer service by understanding needs and creating positive experiences.
• Execute monthly animations with store leadership for merchandise presentations and promotional sets.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales analytics

Customer service

Coaching

Visual standards

Job description

Overview

Beauty Manager

JCPenney

Do you enjoy leading a team, driving business results, and creating exceptional experiences for customers? Are you passionate about beauty and interested in understanding what makes a business successful?

If so, a Beauty Manager at JCPenney may be the right opportunity for you.

As a Beauty Manager, you will lead your team, analyze business performance, develop talent, maintain strong visual standards, and create an engaging shopping experience for every customer.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team: Provide frequent coaching and feedback, set clear expectations, recognize individual contributions, motivate associates, and empower team members to make confident business decisions.
• Analyze business performance: Review sales reports, business metrics, and other available information to understand performance trends, identify opportunities, and take action to improve results.
• Support talent management: Identify and recruit talented individuals in the local market and actively seek candidates for open positions.
• Maintain visual standards: Walk the sales floor regularly to ensure merchandise is clean, organized, and presented according to JCPenney visual standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service: Engage with customers, understand their needs, and work with your team to create positive and memorable shopping experiences.
• Execute monthly animations: Partner with store leadership and your team to prepare for upcoming merchandise presentations, layouts, and promotional sets while ensuring an engaging experience for customers.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

• Prioritize customers' unique needs.
• Provide excellent service and create positive experiences.
• Remain approachable, accessible, and responsive.

Critical Thinking

• Apply company and functional knowledge to business decisions.
• Gather information, identify problems, and develop solutions.
• Use facts and data to make effective recommendations.

Drives Improvement

• Generate and test ideas that improve business performance.
• Learn from setbacks and remain open to feedback.
• Recognize accomplishments and provide candid, constructive coaching.

Produces Results

• Establish clear goals and measure performance against them.
• Prioritize effectively and follow through on commitments.
• Remain flexible and adaptable when faced with obstacles or change.

What We Offer

• Eligibility for a bonus under the Management Incentive Plan
• Competitive benefits package for eligible associates, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Term life insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• 401(k) with company match
• Associate discount on JCPenney merchandise
• Eligibility requirements apply. For complete information regarding paid vacation and other benefits, visit yourjcpbenefits.com.

About JCPenney

JCPenney is a shopping destination for diverse, working American families. With inclusivity at its core, JCPenney offers fashion, apparel, home, beauty, and jewelry from national and private brands, along with personal services including salon, portrait, and optical.

With more than 650 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico, JCPenney and its associates are committed to serving customers where, when, and how they want to shop.

Join JCPenney and help lead a team that delivers exceptional beauty experiences for every customer.

Pay Range

USD $16.49 - USD $23.56 /Hr.