Sr Transportation Analyst Ecommerce

Ulta Beauty, Inc.; Bolingbrook, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulta Beauty, Inc. in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking a Sr. Transportation Analyst to drive ecommerce transportation performance and optimization across the network.

You will analyze data to improve delivery speed, cost, and guest experience while collaborating with carriers, Technology, Store Operations, and Planning teams. The role leads cost-saving initiatives, peak forecasting, and continuous improvement projects, requiring strong analytical skills, project management, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain.
• Comfortable learning new software.
• Project management experience is required.
• SmartSheet skills are preferred.
• Strong analytical skills are required.
• Experience in managing vendors/carriers is preferred.
• Experience in process improvement and best practices is preferred.
• Self-motivated with strong organization and follow-up skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate situations and make informed decisions.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills preferred.
• Ability to communicate with carriers and DCs via phone and Teams.
• Maintains a professional image in person, on the phone, and in writing.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Drive ecommerce transportation performance improvement using data and reporting to identify trends and opportunities.
• Translate analytics into actionable business recommendations for leadership and partners.
• Support carrier performance management including reviews and corrective actions.
• Lead transportation cost optimization by analyzing costs, rates, surcharges, and invoices.
• Lead cross-functional transportation optimization initiatives across teams.
• Own PSFA and peak forecasting with historical performance and seasonality inputs.
• Lead peak transportation planning and mitigation with stakeholders.
• Support transportation strategy and network initiatives with business cases.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving and implement solutions.
• Prepare leadership-ready insights and carrier updates for meetings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Tools

SmartSheet

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

OVERVIEW

Imagine. With over 1,400 stores throughout the U.S. and a thriving supply chain network, there has never been a greater need for people of high initiative, of big-picture thinking, and adaptability to share in our journey. At Ulta Beauty, we have greater ambitions. Growing what works. Iterating in areas that have promise. Creating new offerings for industry advantage.

In all of this is the opportunity to experience real impact, to effectuate change, to give wings to a spirit of creativity and entrepreneurism. Because the challenges are multi-faceted and ever-changing. But for those inspired by real-world demands that press and stretch, that call for new and smarter ideas, that require heavy doses of trust and respect, Ulta Beauty encourages you to imagine with us.

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:

The Sr. Transportation Analyst is a key analytical and strategic partner to the Ecommerce Transportation team, responsible for driving transportation performance, optimization, and continuous improvement across Ulta Beauty’s ecommerce network. The role leverages transportation data and business insights to identify trends, diagnose root causes, quantify opportunities, and develop recommendations that improve delivery speed, service, cost, capacity, and the Guest experience.

The Sr. Transportation Analyst works closely with carriers and cross-functional partners across Transportation, Technology, Store Operations, Supply Chain Planning, and Digital to solve complex business challenges and implement meaningful improvements. The role leads and supports transportation optimization initiatives, carrier performance management, PSFA and peak forecasting, peak planning, and cost optimization while managing multiple projects and deliverables and translating complex analysis into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

• Drive ecommerce transportation performance improvement — use transportation performance data and reporting to identify trends, diagnose root causes, quantify opportunities, and recommend actions to improve delivery speed, reliability, carrier performance, and Guest experience.
• Translate transportation analytics into business decisions — leverage team reporting, dashboards, and performance insights to develop clear recommendations for the Sr. Manager and cross-functional partners; proactively identify emerging risks and opportunities.
• Support carrier performance management — analyze carrier performance, service issues, exceptions, and trends to identify root causes and improvement opportunities; develop fact-based insights for carrier business reviews and track corrective actions and commitments.
• Lead transportation cost optimization — analyze cost per shipment, carrier mix, rates, surcharges, accessorials, and invoice information to identify opportunities to improve transportation economics; quantify potential savings and track results.
• Lead transportation optimization and continuous improvement initiatives — independently manage analytical workstreams and cross-functional projects designed to improve cost, service, capacity, delivery speed, and network efficiency; develop recommendations, support implementation, and measure outcomes.
• Own PSFA and peak forecasting — develop and maintain shipment forecasts using historical performance, business growth, seasonality, promotional activity, service mix, and other relevant inputs; translate forecasts into transportation requirements and identify potential capacity or service risks.
• Lead analytical support for peak transportation planning — partner with Supply Chain Planning, Operations, carriers, and other stakeholders to identify peak risks and develop mitigation plans; monitor execution and proactively surface issues throughout peak.
• Support transportation strategy and network initiatives — evaluate transportation impacts of new fulfillment methods, carrier services, network changes, and other strategic initiatives; develop business cases and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving — partner with Technology, Store Operations, Supply Chain Planning, Digital, and other teams to investigate transportation issues, align on solutions, and drive implementation through measurable results.
• Prepare leadership and carrier-ready insights — translate complex transportation findings into concise presentations, recommendations, and business updates for leadership meetings, carrier QBRs, and cross-functional forums.

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a logistics/distribution/supply chain environment.
• Must be comfortable learning new software.
• Project management experience is required.
• SmartSheet skills are preferred
• Strong analytical skills are required.
• Previous experience in managing vendors/carriers is preferred.
• Experience in process improvement and best practices is preferred.
• Self-motivated with strong organization and follow-up skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate situations and make informed decisions.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills preferred.
• Ability to communicate with carriers and DCs over the telephone and Teams meetings.
• Maintains a professional image in person, on the phone, and in writing.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends when needed.
• Flexibility in daily task assignments as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Six days per month in the Ulta Beauty Corporate Office in Bolingbrook, IL.
• 10% travel

The pay range for this position is $79,900.00 - $102,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

ABOUT

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA),the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.