Retail Operations Manager-Marketplace at Hamden

The Retail Operations Manager (ROM) is responsible for leading through Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values in order to develop a high-performing team that consistently delivers top-line sales growth. The ROM leads a team of task associates, including a key-holding supervisor, and is accountable for all aspects of managing the operations of a retail store, inclusive of inventory-related processes, merchandise resets, visual ad sets, and pricing compliance. This leader drives his/her business through a focus on performance (sales, inventory results, and operational compliance), people (training and development), and process (standard operating procedures). This position requires a passion for operational excellence, a drive for results, and the ability to quickly and efficiently lead through unforeseen complexity.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Functions)

The ROM is a champion of Ulta Beauty’s mission, vision, and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently through the following (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned):

Performance

• Meet or exceed goals related to total store sales, inventory, and operational excellence.
• Forecast and adjust payroll to maximize productivity and complete task workload (e.g., shipment, planogram, inventory, and ad set processes) on time, and within the payroll budget.
• Build a team that embodies the Ulta Beauty brand by delivering exceptional service through the execution of tasks that drive product availability, newness, and the option for a self-navigated shopping experience.
• Review and interpret financial and operational reporting regularly, including store visit and audit results.
• Identify underperforming metrics and inefficient processes, and develop strategies that leverage company programs, tools, and resources to improve and grow the business.

People

• Attract, hire, and retain a diverse team of top talent.
• Train, coach, and develop associates using company programs, tools, and resources.
• Create an environment that inspires and encourages the growth and engagement of associates.
• Establish professional vendor partnerships that foster a shared interest in collaboratively delivering on shipment and planogram expectations.
• Promote a culture of operational excellence amongst the leadership team by sharing best practices, establishing priorities, and providing support.

Process

• Be knowledgeable of, and ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty policies, procedures, and standards.
• Use the company’s scheduling tool as directed to adjust schedules and manage attendance in-the-moment during manager-on-duty shifts to ensure accurate schedules and reporting.
• Use the company’s task management tool as directed to prioritize and execute store workload, including product and marketing resets, pricing updates, inventory related tasks, cleaning, and replenishment.
• Protect company assets and minimize loss by ensuring all store standards and operating procedures are met, including workplace safety, inventory control, and loss prevention.
• Support continuous improvement by implementing company programs and influencing end-user adoption