VP International Merchandising

Ulta Beauty, Inc. • Bolingbrook, IL

6d • $285,000 - $300,000

About The Position

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 VP, International Merchandising will lead the international merchandising vision, strategy, and global brand relationships across categories and global markets as Ulta Beauty scales its international footprint. This executive will drive the vision behind market-specific merchandising and assortment strategies, ensure disciplined commercial performance (sales, margin, inventory productivity), and build foundational capabilities and “ways of working” within merchandising teams globally that enable repeatable, scalable execution across partnership models.
This leader will partner very closely with the VP, International Strategy & New Growth to translate the enterprise international ambition into market-by-market merchandising strategies that balance global consistency with local relevance. Together, they will ensure that the international go-to-market playbook and partner operating model are operationalized through brand partnerships, relevant assortment, omnichannel and services experiences, and performance management—delivering on commitments and strengthening the Ulta Beauty brand equity in every market.
A strategic, innovative merchant and inspiring people leader, the VP, International Merchandising will work across Merchandising, MP&I, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Digital, Stores/Field, and partner teams to deliver results and build enduring capabilities.

Requirements

• 15+ years of retail merchandising experience with progressive leadership scope; international experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing a growth-oriented business, developing category/brand strategies to drive sales and profit while operating with strong financial discipline.
• Proven ability to build scalable operating models and capabilities (COEs, playbooks, governance, performance rhythms), including experience supporting new ventures/market expansion through stabilization.
• Strong partnership capability across brand partners and retail partners -- franchise, licensing, JV, or third-party operating models; ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Skilled negotiator with strong communication, relationship-building, and decision-making ability.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to style-flex approach based on brand, market, and business needs.
• Proven people leader with a track record of developing talent and building inclusive, high-performing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong executive presence.
• Travel required.

Responsibilities

• International Merchandising Strategy & Market Development
• Compelling, Localized Assortment & Brand Portfolio Leadership
• Financial Oversight & Performance Management
• Franchise & JV Partner Enablement
• Global Merchandising Center of Excellence & “Ways of Working”
• Brand Partnerships, New Brand Identification & Negotiation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Market Activation
• Leadership & Culture
• Executive Communication

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: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees