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Sr Director, Owned Brands

Overview:

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.

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:

The Senior Director, Owned Brands is responsible for leading the strategy and growth of Ulta Beauty Collection and Owned Brands business in both existing and new categories. This leader is very influential and owns a strong voice of Ulta Beauty in the industry as they drive new product development, negotiations with contract manufacturers, operational and sourcing functions and P&L management aligned with strategic business-driving opportunities and growth.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

Future-thinker creating a compelling vision for Ulta Beauty Collection and Owned Brands business using consumer research and insights to guide the vision and strategies
Drives profitable sales and grows market share including increased penetration and margin
Develops strong launch strategies, partners with marketing to improve awareness and guest acquisition and drives promo optimization
Strong knowledge of the competitive landscape and future trends within product, packaging and manufacturing to drive the Ulta Beauty Collection and Owned Brands forward
Establishes and builds vendor partnerships to further improve product, packaging, sourcing and operational efficiencies [including speed to market]
Ensures all operational and compliance expectations are followed and builds toward the future including elevating supplier standards, moving the brand towards global compliance
Directs overall brand package design direction to ensure brand standards are maintained including overseeing team conducting trademark searches as needed

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analyzes sales, feedback, and historical data to inform category strategies and product decisions
Builds strategic, diligent, long-term and financially sound category plans
Determines new product/ and assortments to support product differentiation while optimizing assortment across store and e-commerce channels
Negotiates and acts as a critical influencer in driving profitability and market value
Partners with the planning group to create sales goals, manage inventory and markdown budgets
Provides leadership, direction, and coaching to develop a high performing team with a strong culture

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:

12+ years of progressive leadership and merchandising and/or brand experience required
5+ years leading a team with a strong focus on team member growth and development that reinforces company culture and long-term growth
Demonstrated ability to develop brand strategies and deliver financial results across a large, multi-classification business
Credible brand leader with a successful track-record of developing and managing product from idea to execution including successful vendor relationships, initiating new product launches, driving sales and building customer loyalty
Financially savvy and analytical, ability to gather, understand and analyze data and performance metrics essential to building a business/category within the growing and constantly changing beauty landscape
Proven experience with negotiation, demonstrated success in strong communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making ability to quickly influence, establish relationships, gain credibility, trust and senior executives and brand partners
High emotional intelligence and ability to style-flex your approach based on the needs of stakeholders
Experience working with a growth-oriented business, identifying trends, and driving sales

Ability to travel
Experience in beauty industry is a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Knowledge of SAP and SAP Hana a plus

: The pay range for this position is $201,900.00 - $240,000.00 / 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 for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta About:

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

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