Digital Product Merchandising Specialist

OVERVIEW

Discover the possibilities of our progressive, omnichannel approach to beauty retail. At Ulta Beauty, our E-commerce associates sit at the cutting edge of our efforts to reimagine the future of retail. Through a full suite of new and emerging technologies, this team is creating an enhanced buying experience for guests who crave simplicity, choice, personal insights and the joy of discovery. With greater interactivity. Inspired applications of big data, AI and UI/UX. And creative that persuades and delights. All of this, with the opportunity to experience smart ideas come to life . At Ulta Beauty, we’re forever imagining. Forever striving. Forever investing in next-gen—with deep and rich opportunities for ongoing learning, growth and advancement. We encourage you to take control of your career and set your own ceiling. For curious and big-picture thinkers who can flex to the need and who want to stretch themselves through courage and conviction, Ulta Beauty provides an environment perfectly suited to your ambitions. Let’s build brilliant together.

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE

The Digital Product Merchandising Specialist I is responsible for creating and enhancing web content to drive traffic and conversion. This role will manage relationships with brand vendors to gather information for enhanced product content experiences (images, product, video, technical specs, attributes). The Product Merchandising Specialist I is accountable for product building, including set up, take down, and presentation of the website through the product information management tool. This position creates and enhances web content within their specific category area to drive traffic and conversion. The Product Merchandising Specialist I will partner with the team to execute site standards and ensures that the quality of the content is delivered to the site.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY

Develop and maintain strong relationships with buyers and vendors to collect comprehensive product content – including copy, images, videos and attributes – ensuring alignment with the merchant and content calendar. Accurately categorize products according to current taxonomy standards. Apply and uphold copy and image style guide standards to maintain position as a best-in-class retailer. Manage product content lifecycle using ULTA’s web platform and Product Information Management (PIM) system, including creation, updates and ongoing maintenance. Partner with the Photography team to verify that all visual content aligns with quality expectations and specification guidelines. Support the Digital Product Merchandising Manager in key business operations projects such as user-acceptance testing, system troubleshooting, and enhancements to the site and web platform. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve guest facing issues on the website. Foster effective, collaborative relationships with merchants and brand partners to support eCommerce objectives and initiatives.

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. 1-3 years of ecommerce experience preferred. Proficiency in Excel and other Office software tools, a must. Experience with web platform and/or data management system preferred. Superior time management and organizational abilities, a must. Attention to detail (critical for writing/editing and grammar with content posting to live site). Ability to utilize complex system tools to manage digital content. Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize projects and multitask to get things done. Must be willing to work beyond normal office hours (8 to 5) including weekends.

PAY RANGE

Pay range for this position is $54,900.00 - $66,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs.

EEO STATEMENT

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ulta Beauty, Inc.