Sr IT Analyst Merch Planning Systems [FORTUNE]

Company: Ulta Beauty

Location: Bolingbrook, Illinois

Posted on: May 18

Live the experience. From professional empowerment to continual learning opportunities. From ongoing investment in new and emerging technologies to a career of self-determination. At Ulta Beauty, our tech team is critical to our scalability—and is recognized that way. We’ve been defined as a “mature start-up.” A place where interdepartmental exposure, open doors, and genuine collaboration is ubiquitous. Where challenges come fast and furious, requiring agility, mental dexterity, and creativity. Where our passion for better solutions drives us and is core to who we are.

We’re engineering for the future of retail, and it’s no-holds-barred. But for those motivated by continual change and ambiguity, by superior leadership, by whip smart colleagues who will press you daily for your very best, you’ll find that virtually nothing’s impossible at Ulta Beauty.

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:

We are seeking a highly experienced Sr IT Analyst with 7-10 years of expertise in Enterprise Merchandising Systems. The Sr Analyst should have experience in areas of Master Data, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Forecast and Replenishment Planning, Pricing, and Finance Integration.The Merchandise Planning Systems Sr IT Analyst will have functional, technical, and configuration responsibility for the implementation and support of ULTA’s Merchandise Planning and Operations Systems. Merchandise Planning solutions include Demand Forecasting and Inventory optimization, Enterprise Planning, and Allocation systems, and Assortment Optimization. These systems will integrate with SAP Master Data, SAP MM, SAP IM, and SAP Pricing, along with integrations with other systems. This role is critical in ensuring the seamless operation and optimization of our inventory and merchandising processes.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with business, IT, and cross-functional teams to identify and address system requirements and improvements. Additionally, they will collaborate with cross-functional teams. This position will be part of a high-performing team in the Merchandise Planning Systems group.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY: 

• Serve as IT System Matter Expert (SME) for the Merchandise Planning Systems.
• Lead and manage the implementation and maintenance of merchandising systems.
• Oversee end-to-end distribution center and store replenishment functions to ensure efficient and effective flow of inventory.
• Core Technical Skills: Strong SQL knowledge, Linux, UNIX, Oracle database, Shell Scripting.
• Experience with and a strong understanding of data integration using APIs, SAP BusinessObjects Data Services (BODS), and TIBCO. Good understanding of batch jobs and their dependencies.
• Articulate and communicate complex business problems and solutions across various business and stakeholder teams.
• Analyze and interpret data to provide actionable insights for optimizing merchandising operations.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system processes and procedures.
• Provide overall functional and technical guidance, leadership, and solid execution of Merchandise Planning projects and processes.
• Provide Functional and Technical Design oversight and coordination of activities across.
• Lead end-to-end design from project conception through deployment; manage solution design reviews, project gateway approval, security deployment, and overall project’s solution design.

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:

• 7-10 years of experience working with merchandising systems, specifically Demand Forecasting and Inventory optimization system, Planning and Allocation Solutions.
• BS Degree or master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience in the retail industry.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience in leading cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

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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.