Sr Specialist Supplier Operations Onboarding

Ulta Beauty, Inc. • Bolingbrook, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

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, of 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. But for those inspired by real-world demands that press and stretch, that call for new and smarter ideas, that require heavy doses of trust and respect, Ulta Beauty encourages you to imagine with us.
THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:
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.

Requirements

• 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
• Detailed 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees