Retail Operations Leader — Drive Sales & Team Growth

Ulta Beauty; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulta Beauty is hiring an Operations Manager to lead a high-performing team and deliver top-line sales growth for the Ames store. You will guide daily operations, planograms, inventory controls, and staff development while maintaining compliance and exceptional guest service.

The role emphasizes coaching, scheduling, and driving profitable store performance in a fast-paced retail environment. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Retail management experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong communication and coaching skills for diverse teams.
• Ability to analyze data, schedule and control store operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations to achieve top-line sales and compliance.
• Hire, train and develop a high-performing team and foster inclusion.
• Manage scheduling, inventory, planograms and SHR-related tasks.
• Drive guest experience through service excellence and product demos.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Organization

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

POS system

Microsoft Office

Apple devices

Job description

Ulta Beauty is hiring an Operations Manager to lead a high-performing team and deliver top-line sales growth for the Ames store. You will guide daily operations, planograms, inventory controls, and staff development while maintaining compliance and exceptional guest service.

The role emphasizes coaching, scheduling, and driving profitable store performance in a fast-paced retail environment. This is a full-time on-site position.