Merchandise & Guest Experience Leader

Ulta Beauty, Inc.; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulta Beauty, Inc. is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead a store team, driving top-line sales, inventory control, and operational excellence. You will manage payroll planning, schedule optimization, and ensure compliance with store standards while delivering exceptional guest service.

The role focuses on performance, people development, and process improvements to meet annual goals and maintain a high-performing team in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• 1–2+ years in fast-paced retail management or related experience.
• Financial management: driving top-line sales, analyzing reports, payroll budgeting, and expense control.
• Retail management: inventory monitoring, operational excellence, service culture, and merchandising directives.
• Leadership: attracting, developing, and motivating talent and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Promote accountability to meet store goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty, payroll, omni-channel, and shrinkage.
• Drive profitability through operational excellence and expense control.
• Analyze financial and operational reporting and respond to store performance metrics.
• Lead by example to enhance guest experience and develop associates.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Adaptability

POS proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ulta Beauty, Inc. is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead a store team, driving top-line sales, inventory control, and operational excellence. You will manage payroll planning, schedule optimization, and ensure compliance with store standards while delivering exceptional guest service.

The role focuses on performance, people development, and process improvements to meet annual goals and maintain a high-performing team in a fast-paced retail environment.