Store Merchandising Manager – Sales & Ops Leader

Ulta; Illinois; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ulta Beauty is seeking a Merchandise Manager (MM) to lead a high‑performing store team, guiding operations from inventory to guest experience. The MM reports to the Operations Manager and drives top‑line sales while ensuring compliance, training, and process excellence.

The role emphasizes accountability, staff development, and execution of tactical priorities like omni‑channel, pricing updates, and markdowns to optimize store performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• 1-2+ years of fast-paced, retail management or related work experience.
• Experience driving sales, implementing merchandising directives, and managing inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead store operations to drive top-line sales and guest experience.
• Manage staffing and payroll within budgets.
• Oversee omni-channel, shipments, replenishment, pricing, and markdowns.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Budgeting

Sales

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Tools

POS system

Microsoft Office

Apple devices

Job description

Ulta Beauty is seeking a Merchandise Manager (MM) to lead a high‑performing store team, guiding operations from inventory to guest experience. The MM reports to the Operations Manager and drives top‑line sales while ensuring compliance, training, and process excellence.

The role emphasizes accountability, staff development, and execution of tactical priorities like omni‑channel, pricing updates, and markdowns to optimize store performance.