Senior Manager, MP&O Strategy & Programs

Ulta Beauty; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 119,300 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

A leading beauty retailer is seeking a Senior Manager for MP&O Strategy & Programs in Chicago, IL. This role involves driving strategic initiatives, managing cross-functional collaboration, and serving as an advisor to senior leadership. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in retail operations or strategy consulting, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in key analytical tools. Comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range of $119,300 - $150,000 are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in retail operations or strategy consulting.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Strong strategic reasoning and qualitative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Drive MP&O strategic initiatives and serve as a trusted advisor.
• Manage cross-functional projects and communication.
• Prepare executive updates and roadmaps.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Strategy, Finance, or Inventory and Planning

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

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Ulta Beauty is expanding its digital capabilities and omni-channel ecosystem, with over 1,300 stores across the U.S. The company emphasizes ongoing innovation and a commitment to re-imagining the guest experience, offering stability and strong support for career growth.

Impact

The Senior Manager, MP&O Strategy & Programs will drive thought leadership and implement long-term and medium-term MP&O strategic initiatives. Reporting to the SVP, MP&O, this leader will influence the team\'s go-forward strategy, develop and drive project plans to achieve strategic objectives, and serve as a trusted advisor to ensure alignment between MP&O initiatives and enterprise goals while managing cross-functional collaboration to deliver business results.

Core responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and right hand to the SVP of MP&O, ensuring strategic alignment between MP&O initiatives and enterprise objectives.
• Lead the development, maintenance, and communication of the MP&O strategy roadmap, collaborating with the SVP of MP&O and their leadership team, and cross-functional partners to ensure alignment with business goals and customer experience priorities.
• Prepare regular executive updates, board materials, and program reviews for the SVP and leadership team, communicating MP&O program status, risks, and outcomes to senior leaders.
• Act as a communication liaison between the SVP, executive leadership, and department heads to ensure alignment and timely dissemination of information.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for senior leaders on MP&O strategy, program progress, and business impact.
• Manage and execute special projects on behalf of the SVP, including confidential or high-impact initiatives requiring cross-departmental coordination and executive oversight.
• Continuously assess and improve internal operations, identify knowledge and skill gaps, and implement strategies to address them for ongoing organizational growth.
• Develop scorecards and roadmaps for day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to change management efforts and communication plans for new MP&O rollouts.

Essentials for success

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree from an accredited college with a focus on Strategy, Finance, or Inventory and Planning. (MBA preferred)
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in retail operations, operations management, or strategy consulting (4 years’ experience at a top-tier consulting firm preferred)
• Self-starter with the ability to execute against departmental goals with minimal guidance
• Comfortable working independently and in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Ability to influence and drive accountability across multiple departments
• Ability to manage multiple projects and presentation deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to develop presentation materials for communicating strategies to key stakeholders
• Willingness to work additional hours and weekends during critical project times
• Strong strategic mindset with critical reasoning and qualitative analysis experience
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication and analytical skills with a solid understanding of financials
• Enthusiastic, persistent, action-oriented, and accountable
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this position is $119,300.00 - $150,000.00 per year, with eligible associates able to earn additional compensation under the company\'s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business needs. Full-time employees are eligible for paid time off and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, life, and disability). Part-time employees are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For more information, visit the Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

About Ulta Beauty

Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), is the largest North American beauty retailer and a premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, hair care, and salon services. We offer more than 25,000 products from around 500 brands across categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty\'s own private label. Ulta Beauty also operates full-service salons in many stores.

We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records or other criminal histories, in accordance with applicable state and local laws and city-level fair chance ordinances.