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Director eCommerce Transportation & Delivery

Director eCommerce Transportation & Delivery

Ulta BeautyBolingbrook, IL, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Director Of eCommerce Transportation & Delivery Operations

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 : We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of eCommerce Transportation & Delivery Operations to lead the strategy, execution, and innovation of our eCommerce shipping network. This role is critical to ensuring fast, reliable, and cost-effective delivery for our digital customers while advancing our capabilities in a fast-moving, highly competitive retail landscape.

This leader will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day eCommerce transportation operations and long-term strategic initiatives, including P&L ownership, carrier partnerships, and technology-driven improvements. They will serve as a key connector across Supply Chain, Digital Operations, IT, Merchandising, and FP&A teams to ensure alignment and delivery of business objectives. The ideal candidate brings deep subject matter expertise in eCommerce transportation, a strong understanding of emerging digital solutions, and the leadership acumen to thrive in a complex, cross-functional environment.

You'll Accomplish These Goals By :

  • Own and manage the end-to-end eCommerce transportation strategy and operations, with a focus on customer delivery experience, speed, and cost optimization
  • Lead parcel network operations, including last-mile, ship-from-store, and fulfillment center shipping
  • Develop and manage relationships with national, regional, and local carriers to ensure performance, innovation, and favorable commercial terms
  • Partner with FP&A to manage transportation P&L, ensuring budget adherence and identifying areas of savings or investment
  • Leverage data, analytics, and digital tools to inform routing strategies, service enhancements, and cost-efficiency opportunities
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain, IT, and Digital Operations to implement scalable shipping solutions that support growth, omnichannel strategies, and digital innovation
  • Lead and coach a high-performing team, fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development
  • Develop playbooks, KPIs, and reporting dashboards to track service levels, spend, and customer impact
  • Serve as the transportation lead for key digital and omnichannel initiatives including peak planning, new fulfillment nodes, and customer promise enhancements
  • Continuously monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to drive forward-thinking solutions in a rapidly evolving eCommerce ecosystem

Additional Responsibilities :

  • Support and complete occasional or ad hoc tasks aligned with team or enterprise priorities
  • Actively participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and emerging technology
  • Engage in departmental and organizational duties including documentation, process standardization, and audit readiness
  • Participate in company culture initiatives, team events, and engagement activities that foster an inclusive and collaborative environment
  • Lead or contribute to special projects and enterprise-wide initiatives as needed
  • Provide cross-functional support to other departments or teams when priorities align or capacity allows
  • The Essentials For Success :

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain with a strong emphasis on eCommerce parcel operations
  • Proven success in managing P&L responsibilities and delivering cost-effective solutions at scale
  • Demonstrated experience working with national carriers (e.g., FedEx, UPS, USPS, regional players), including negotiations, contracts, and performance management
  • Strong understanding of transportation technologies and digital capabilities (e.g., TMS, rate shopping tools, API integrations, delivery optimization platforms)
  • Experience collaborating across matrixed environments, including Supply Chain, IT, Merchandising, Finance, and Digital teams
  • Track record of leading through complexity, ambiguity, and transformation
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and change management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
  • Bachelors degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
  • The pay range for this position is $143,000.00 - $170,000.00 / 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. 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. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page.

    About : 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 Beautys own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuringhair, 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.

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