Services District Educator

Ulta Beauty, Inc.•Pawley's Island, SC

About The Position

The Services District Educator (SDE) is responsible for developing high-performing services teams within one’s district who consistently deliver growth in salon hair sales. The SDE influences and educates all stylists within their district as well as the store leadership to drive performance fueled by education. The SDE is responsible for building an annual education calendar and training on techniques, business acumen, the latest trends, and new service launches. The SDE is a licensed cosmetologist who also contributes to the sales of the district by maintaining a personal clientele. The SDE is responsible for the technical assessment of all licensed service providers and contributes to salon retention and staffing through effective recruiting and training.

Requirements

Cosmetology or barber license
2+ years of training experience
2+ years of coaching/leadership experience
Superior knowledge of all back-bar products, services and retail recommendations
Proficient with technology (e.g. Microsoft Office programs, Point of Sale system and Apple devices)
Strong organizational skills
Strong critical reasoning skills
Ability to build strong partnerships and work independently and as part of a team
Strong facilitation skills
Ability to travel up to 75% of the time including overnight stays

Nice To Haves

Redken Haircolor Certification (must be completed within six months of hire)

Responsibilities

Build the Ulta Beauty brand through exceptional training, technical skills, product knowledge and behind-the-chair experience.
Consistently deliver sales growth in hair services and professional hair product sales.
Identify training needs by partnering with the services training team and implement programs to train salon professionals on all service behaviors, techniques and initiatives.
Travel to district stores to evaluate and elevate behind-the-chair progress and business building behaviors for stylists.
Elevate store leadership through regular store visits and teaching best practices that promote sales growth and drive a positive guest experience.
Maintain a limited clientele and service guests approximately 8 hours per week.
Attract, hire, and retain a diverse team of services professionals for the district.
Evaluate technical and behavioral interviews for stylists, skin care professionals, and arch experts in the district.
Ensure compliance with Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and standards.
Manage the district training calendar, all class preparations and communications.
Facilitate the services portion of EM onboarding in partnership with the FBL.
Lead, contribute, and participate in Ulta Academy trainings.