Sr Specialist Supplier Operations Onboarding

Overview

Imagine
. With over 1,200 stores throughout the U.S. and a thriving supply chain network, there has never been a greater need for people of high initiative, 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, Ulta Beauty encourages you to imagine with us.

The Sr Specialist – Onboarding will manage and execute the collaboration and performance strategies of Ulta Beauty’s merchandise Brand Partners, in accordance with Merchandising, Inventory/Planning and Supply Chain internal business partners. This role will manage and execute the Onboarding and Training process for new brand partners including collaboration activities and the proactive management of compliance. This position will work across many functional areas of Ulta Beauty.

Youollowing Goals

• Manage and execute On-Boarding, Collaboration & Compliance activities, including but not limited to: EDI enablement, Scorecard & Chargeback performance reviews, Quarterly collaboration meetings, Collaborative Performance plans and Brand Partner recognition.
• Accountable to execute Quarterly Business Review meetings with internal stakeholders and external business partners, assess business opportunities and provide recommendations to complex issues and requests.
• Utilize Data and Analytics with high level of accuracy to identify and implement Brand Partner performance improvement plans.
• Navigate and utilize Ulta Beauty systems to troubleshoot compliance issues and discrepancies. Lead cross-functional business teams through root cause analysis and address accountability with internal/external partners.

• Serve as the Supplier Portal Administrator, managing content, updates, and vendor-facing communications to ensure the portal remains a reliable, self-service hub for Brand Partners.
• Support joint initiatives as needed through project execution and brand partner management.
• Manage and support supply chain initiatives with cross-functional business teams to implement supply chain solutions inclusive of Project Plan development, Change Management documentation, implementation, and Governance.
• Create and maintain Supplier Operations best practices for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate the Brand Partner Segmentation process for updates to existing brand partner tiers (annually) and new brand partners (as needed)
• Manages the Ulta Beauty Supply Chain Guide and collaborates with Ulta business owners for the processes and procedures within the guide.

• 2-5 years direct work experience in supplier performance and collaboration or similar work experience, preferably within retail industry or supply chain
• BS or BA University degree required
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong written and communication skills
• Detail oriented; able to multi-task and prioritize; motivated self-starter
• Ability to build relationships at various levels
• Ability to effectively prioritize, organize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to set expectations and deliver results on time
• Reliable and accountable business partner
• Positive attitude and advocate of change/change management
• Facilitate meetings and experience in delivery training
• Job/Office location will be in Bolingbrook, IL
• Travel – 10% (Stores, Meetings, DCs, Conferences, Training)

• Normal office demands

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The pay range for this position is $66,200.00 - $88,100.00 / 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…