Ulta Beauty · 3 hours ago
Co Manager
Anchorage, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expUlta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer, transforming the world of beauty through a commitment to excellence. The Co-Manager is responsible for leading a high-performing team to drive sales growth, operational excellence, and a superior guest experience in a retail store setting.
BeautyConsumer GoodsCosmeticsRetail
Responsibilities
Promote a culture of accountability to meet or exceed the store’s goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), payroll, omni-channel, and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty for the store
Drive company profitability through operational excellence, top-line sales growth, and expense control
Leverage store forecast and payroll budgets to support with store scheduling needs and communicate the needs to the GM to maximize productivity, achieve sales and payroll goals, and complete workload (e.g., shipment, replenishment, cycle counts, Destroy In Fields (DIFs), Return to Vendors (RTVs), planograms, inventory, and ad set processes) on time, and within payroll budget
Review, analyze, and react to Ulta Beauty’s financial and operational reporting, including store visit and audit results, regularly and in a timely manner
Leverage company programs, tools, and resources to drive improvements to meet Ulta Beauty’s goals for the store
Perform makeup applications, skincare analysis, and product demonstrations with guests to drive sales and guest service experience
Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests
Maintain prompt, regular attendance as the CM and hold store associates accountable to the Ulta Beauty attendance policy
Attract, hire, and retain a diverse team of top talent, and efficiently address any staffing needs and open positions for the store
Build a highly engaged team at the store that embodies the Ulta Beauty brand through effective collaboration, open and honest communication, and prioritization of work
Create an inclusive environment that inspires and encourages the growth and engagement of associates
Support all aspects of manager and associate professional development, including training, providing individualized competency-based feedback and coaching, performance reviews, succession planning, and individual development plans to enable continuous development and drive sales performance
Regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive sales performance
Ensure direct reports regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive sales performance
Model a culture of teamwork and operational excellence by working alongside the leadership team, establishing priorities, providing clear direction and support, and sharing best practices
Execute the Guest Engagement Leader program flawlessly through business ownership, associate coaching, and leading a helpful and friendly guest experience to drive business results across all Annual Performance Goals (APGs) metrics for the store
Be knowledgeable of and ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty policies, procedures, and standards
Adhere to and enforce Ulta Beauty’s dress code
Ensure the execution of all operational focuses, inclusive of the inventory life-cycle related processes (e.g., truck, shipment, cycle counts, inventory, damages, testers, and Return to Vendors) as well as ad set and planogram processes
Use the company’s scheduling tool as directed to schedule the right associates, in the right places, at the right times in order to provide an exceptional guest experience, reduce loss, and execute company directives
Use the company’s task management tool as directed to prioritize the execution of store workload, ensuring full leadership adoption and compliance with company policy
Protect company assets and minimize loss by ensuring all store standards and operating procedures are met, including workplace safety, inventory control, cash management, and loss prevention
Execute day-to-day inventory control processes (e.g., known theft, damages, hazardous waste, inventory adjustments, product returns) and complete theft reporting as necessary
Support continuous improvement by influencing the adoption of company initiatives and technology, communicating expectations, and ensuring the execution of all store tasks
Utilize company programs, tools, and resources to drive store improvements
Regularly communicate and provide feedback to field leadership on business trends and opportunities, events, operational challenges, merchandise needs, and competitive landscape for their store
Qualification
Required
2-3+ years of fast-paced, retail management, or other relevant work experience
Financial management: success with driving top-line sales, interpreting reporting data, managing payroll budgets, and controlling expense
Retail management: proven ability with monitoring inventory levels, achieving operational excellence, driving a service culture, and executing merchandising directives
Leadership management: experience with attracting, developing, and motivating top talent, swiftly adapting to change and leading others through the change-curve, developing collaborative relationships with others, and leading and influencing a team
Proficient with basic technology (e.g., Point of Sale system, Microsoft Office programs, and Apple devices)
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks
Ability to react under pressure, use good judgment in ambiguous situations, and be flexible/adaptable
Work a flexible, full-time schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Attend off-site meetings, which may require overnight travel
Continuous mobility throughout the store during shift
Frequent bending, pushing, reaching, twisting during shift
Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift; ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs
Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift
Preferred
Bachelor's degree is preferred
Company
Ulta Beauty
Ulta Beauty is a beauty retailer that offers a wide range of products including cosmetics, fragrances, skincare, and hair care.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (9)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$266.3MKey Investors
Berkshire HathawayDimensional Fund Advisors
2024-08-14Post Ipo Equity· $266.3M
2016-10-11Post Ipo Equity
2007-10-25IPO
Leadership Team
Chris Lialios
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Paula Oyibo
Chief Financial Officer
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