Supply Chain Capability Implementation Lead

Ulta Beauty, Inc.; Bolingbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Ulta Beauty, Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Capability Implementation Lead to identify, align, and integrate current and future operational processes within key distribution projects.

You will coordinate planning and execution of distribution-related projects, collaborating with Supply Chain teams, DCs, and vendors to ensure successful delivery with ~40% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5-7 years’ supply chain experience required, experience with a large retailer preferred.
• Broad working knowledge of warehouse systems (WES, WMS, ERP), processes, operations, and how they interact with each other.
• End to end experience implementing automation and technology, robotics preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in developing business cases, including cost-benefit analysis and budget management.
• Strong project management, change management, analytical skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to define areas of opportunity and create continuous improvement projects with minimal supervision.
• Proficient MS Office & SharePoint skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement across Supply Chain by identifying, developing, and integrating enhanced business processes that improve operational performance, efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage the planning, execution, and deployment for distribution-related initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions from concept acceptance to through Hypercare.
• Lead the end-to-end automation lifecycle, aligning stakeholders, technology, and execution to deliver measurable improvements in productivity, cost, capacity, quality, and operational performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., Supply Chain, IT, Distribution Centers) and external vendors to drive project success across all aligned KPI’s.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional project teams, independently managing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations to meet performance goals.
• Lead change management efforts by building training materials, communication, and adoption of new systems and processes.
• Track, analyze, and communicate project status, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, workflows, and reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
• Support special projects related to distribution strategy and operational enhancements as needed.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

SharePoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

WES

WMS

ERP

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 Supply Chain Capability Implementation Lead is responsible for identifying, aligning and integrating current and future operational processes within key distribution projects. This role leads to cross-functional initiatives, ensuring the needs of the Supply Chain network are represented and prioritized across the organization.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the planning and execution of distribution-related projects and system upgrades. The role also involves cross-functional collaboration with Supply Chain teams, Distribution Centers, and external vendors—particularly during construction and implementation phases—to ensure successful project delivery.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

• Lead continuous improvement across Supply Chain by identifying, developing, and integrating enhanced business processes that improve operational performance, efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage the planning, execution, and deployment for distribution-related initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions from concept acceptance to through Hypercare.
• Lead the end-to-end automation lifecycle, aligning stakeholders, technology, and execution to deliver measurable improvements in productivity, cost, capacity, quality, and operational performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., Supply Chain, IT, Distribution Centers) and external vendors to drive project success across all aligned KPI’s.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional project teams, independently managing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations to meet performance goals.
• Lead change management efforts by building training materials, communication, and adoption of new systems and processes.
• Track, analyze, and communicate project status, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, workflows, and reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
• Support special projects related to distribution strategy and operational enhancements as needed.
• Contribute to organizational initiatives and culture-building activities within the department.
• Provide cross-functional support for process integration and project coordination as necessary.
• Develop best practices, SOPs, and standard work documentation in alignment with project deliverables.

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5-7 years’ supply chain experience required, experience with a large retailer preferred
• Broad working knowledge of warehouse systems (WES, WMS, ERP), processes, operations, and how they interact with each other
• End to end experience implementing automation and technology, robotics preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in developing business cases, including cost-benefit analysis and budget management.
• Strong project management, change management, analytical skills required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Ability to define areas of opportunity and create continuous improvement projects with minimal supervision
• Proficient MS Office & SharePoint skills required
• Typical office environment – 60%
• Typical DC work environment – 40%
• This role requires travel to Ulta Beauty Distribution Centers and Project sites (~40% travel). While onsite there may be extended periods of walking or standing.

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The pay range for this position is $88,200.00 - $105,000.00 / 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.