Task Associate at Ulta Beauty, Waxahachie TX

The Task Associate role at Ulta Beauty in Waxahachie, TX is a full-time operations position built for detail-oriented professionals who excel behind the scenes. As the largest North American beauty retailer, Ulta Beauty depends on dedicated operational personnel to maintain the merchandising, inventory accuracy, and store cleanliness that anchor every exceptional guest experience.

The Task Associate (TA) directly supports the Merchandise Manager and Operations Manager, focusing on three pillars: performance, people, and process. The objective is straightforward - deliver operational excellence that underpins the store's sales drivers by keeping fixtures stocked, maintaining storewide cleanliness, and executing assigned tasks with precision. Strict adherence to established procedures and compliance standards is essential.

Responsibilities span three critical areas:

• Performance: Contribute to retail goals by ensuring product availability and meeting task dashboard compliance. Execute shipment, replenishment, merchandise sets, and inventory procedures on schedule.
• People: Foster an inclusive environment for teammates and guests. Participate in ongoing brand and category education to support continuous professional development.
• Process: Complete merchandise resets, planograms, and marketing displays using company technology. Maintain outstanding store standards across the salesfloor, restrooms, cashwrap, backroom, and break area. Uphold loss prevention best practices to protect company assets and provide exceptional guest service.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least one year of relevant work experience, though an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable. Required competencies include:

• Basic proficiency with Point of Sale systems and Apple devices
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail

The role also involves physical demands typical of a retail operations environment, including continuous mobility, frequent standing and bending, and lifting or moving up to 25 lbs. Associates must maintain a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

When pursuing this TA position, tailoring your approach to retail operations strengthens your application. Highlight experience with planogram execution, inventory auditing, or shipment processing systems. Familiarity with retail task management platforms can distinguish your candidacy. Emphasize reliability in shift-based environments and any demonstrated ability to meet compliance metrics.

If you have worked with beauty or cosmetic merchandise specifically, note this - category familiarity can expedite onboarding. Be prepared to discuss how you handle repetitive tasks with sustained accuracy, as this defines the daily reality of the TA role.

Ulta Beauty reviews applications on a rolling basis, so early submission is advisable. The Final date to receive applications is December 8, 2026.