Beauty Retail Ops Leader - Merch & Guest Experience

Ulta Beauty, Inc.; Davenport (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulta Beauty, Inc. in Davenport, FL is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead store operations and drive top-line sales growth through a focus on performance, people, and process.

This role reports to the Operations Manager and guides a team of Task Associates to ensure efficient shipment, replenishment, pricing changes, and markdowns while maintaining guest service standards. The ideal candidate has 1–2+ years of retail management experience, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership skills

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of fast-paced retail management experience.
• Financial management: drive top-line sales, payroll budgets, and expense control.
• Retail management: inventory, merchandising, service culture, and leadership responsibilities.
• Leadership: attract, develop, and motivate top talent.

Responsibilities

• Promote accountability to meet store goals in sales, guest loyalty, payroll, omni-channel, and shrink.
• Drive profitability through operational excellence and cost control.
• Lead scheduling and staffing to maximize productivity within payroll budgets.
• Analyze financial and operational reports and act on insights.
• Coach and develop associates to improve performance and service quality.

Skills

Tech proficiency

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Ulta Beauty, Inc. in Davenport, FL is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead store operations and drive top-line sales growth through a focus on performance, people, and process.

This role reports to the Operations Manager and guides a team of Task Associates to ensure efficient shipment, replenishment, pricing changes, and markdowns while maintaining guest service standards. The ideal candidate has 1–2+ years of retail management experience, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership skills