Planner, Business, Operations Management

Discover greater levels of performance. With over 1,400 stores throughout the U.S. and an innovative omni-channel ecosystem, Ulta Beauty is revolutionizing the beauty retail experience. Ulta Beauty is expanding its digital capabilities, opening new stores on a continual basis and re-designing existing locations with the latest design and technological advancements for heightened guest experiences. We’re not just growing, we’re thriving through consistent innovation and a bold commitment to re-imagination.

If you want the opportunity to build something strategic, to take ownership of your career trajectory, to apply your passion to operational excellence, Ulta Beauty provides the kind of stability and support few organizations can match. So be curious. Be flexible. Be more than you thought possible. The future is yours at Ulta Beauty.

Discover greater levels of performance. With over 1,400 stores throughout the U.S. and an innovative omni-channel ecosystem, Ulta Beauty is revolutionizing the beauty retail experience. Ulta Beauty is expanding its digital capabilities, opening new stores on a continual basis and re-designing existing locations with the latest design and technological advancements for heightened guest experiences. We’re not just growing, we’re thriving through consistent innovation and a bold commitment to re-imagination.

If you want the opportunity to build something strategic, to take ownership of your career trajectory, to apply your passion to operational excellence, Ulta Beauty provides the kind of stability and support few organizations can match. So be curious. Be flexible. Be more than you thought possible. The future is yours at Ulta Beauty.

As a Planner, your financial and analytical aptitude will enable you to develop and execute comprehensive merchandise plans while maintaining strong partnerships with internal merchants and external brands. You will oversee all aspects of planning and inventory management for all brands under your portfolio and lead an Inventory Analyst to achieve the strategic and financial objectives of the enterprise.

• Leads the development and execution of merchandise plans (weekly, monthly, annual) and inventory strategies for all brands under portfolio
• Establish and maintain credible partnerships with external brands, share monthly projections, advocate for what’s best for the business, and engage in critical negotiations while providing clear financial justifications for decisions
• Partner with internal merchants to grow and drive the business. Analyze market trends, historical data and customer/sales insights to drive the business
• Partner with FPA to provide insights into changes (margins, receipts) that impact overall financial performance and ensure decisions are made with a thorough understanding of the impact on the bottom line
• Manage end-to-end inventory process by communicating inventory strategies and direction to Inventory Analysts. Monitor KPIs and conduct regular analysis to identify opportunities and make recommendations
• Manages Inventory Analyst, allocates time and resources to focus on the development, guidance, mentorship, and transparent feedback to help reach full potential
• Foster a team culture that is results-oriented and exemplifies a team mentality that aligns to Ulta Beauty’s Values, Mission and Vision
• Participates and/or leads category, functional or enterprise initiatives

• 4+ years of professional, relevant experience in merchandise planning, supply chain, finance and/or inventory
• Bachelors' degree in relevant field preferred
• Financial and analytical aptitude and a deep understanding of financial metrics (sales, margin,…