Operations Development & Initiative Project Manager

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Discover greater levels of performance. With over 1,200 stores throughout the U.S., Ulta Beauty is revolutionizing the beauty retail experience. With new stores coming online on a continual basis and the re-engineering of 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 reimagination. 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 Operations Development and Initiatives Project Manager is responsible for supporting the fluctuating needs of the business through project management and change management related to strategic retail operations initiatives. This person designs and scopes initiatives prior to project kick off and once approved, leads key stakeholders and project teams through the project lifecycle, managing scope, timelines and budget. This role demands an experienced project manager with a history of leading multiple projects simultaneously and the aptitude to lead and influence cross-functional teams without authority. Success in this role requires the ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations across a broad audience from project teams to executives.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate across functions to design, scope and propose key initiatives prior to project kick-off to determine viability before project kick off
  • Define project scope, goals, deliverables and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders, reinforcing strategic intent of deliverables
  • Develop and maintain detailed project charters, roadmaps, plans, schedules, budgets and governance
  • Lead end-to-end project execution from initiation through closure, monitoring progress and adjusting plans to ensure project objectives are met
  • Identify and escalate risks/issues quickly to ensure minimal disruption to business objectives, store performance and the guest experience

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree, PMP certification or 3+ years of equivalent experience
  • Experience with project software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet)
  • Strong communication and presentation skills (including powerpoint presentation creation)
  • Proven ability to drive success through collaboration, influence, and relationship-building
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse teams
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term objectives with immediate business needs

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.
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