Retail Merchandise Manager — Ops & Guest Experience

Ulta Beauty, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ulta Beauty is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead store operations, drive top-line sales, and manage inventory and payroll. You will coach a team of Associates, align with brand standards, and ensure omni-channel fulfillment and merchandising execution.

The role emphasizes accountability, guest service excellence, and continuous process improvement while maintaining compliance with company policies and safety standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of fast-paced retail management experience.
• Financial management: ability to drive top-line sales and manage payroll/expense.
• Proven retail management: monitor inventory, merchandising directives, service culture.
• Leadership: attract, develop, motivate top talent and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Promote accountability to meet store goals for sales, loyalty, payroll, omni-channel and shrink.
• Drive profitability through operational excellence and expense control.
• Oversee scheduling, payroll budgets, and staffing to maximize productivity.
• Lead staff development, coaching, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Financial acumen

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

Job description

Ulta Beauty is seeking a Merchandise Manager to lead store operations, drive top-line sales, and manage inventory and payroll. You will coach a team of Associates, align with brand standards, and ensure omni-channel fulfillment and merchandising execution.

The role emphasizes accountability, guest service excellence, and continuous process improvement while maintaining compliance with company policies and safety standards in a fast-paced retail environment.