Merchandise Manager: Beauty Retail Ops & Team Leader

Ulta Beauty, Inc.; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulta Beauty is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead store operations, optimize performance, and guide a team toward top-line sales growth. This role focuses on omni-channel execution, scheduling, inventory, and guest service excellence.

The MM will drive profitability through forecasting, staffing, and adherence to company standards while coaching associates and maintaining a strong store culture rooted in Ulta Beauty’s values.

Qualifications

• Retail leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze reports and drive sales.
• Proficient with standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of accountability to meet store goals related to sales, loyalty, payroll, omni-channel, and shrink.
• Drive profitability through operational excellence and expense control.
• Leverage store forecast and payroll budgets to optimize schedules and productivity.
• Review and react to financial and operational reports and audits.
• Lead by example to deliver consistent guest engagement and sales performance.
• Manage inventory, pricing changes, and markdowns while ensuring compliance with policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Operations management

Retail merchandising

Team development

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Ulta Beauty is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead store operations, optimize performance, and guide a team toward top-line sales growth. This role focuses on omni-channel execution, scheduling, inventory, and guest service excellence.

The MM will drive profitability through forecasting, staffing, and adherence to company standards while coaching associates and maintaining a strong store culture rooted in Ulta Beauty’s values.