Job Description

Experience operational excellence. Real investment in personal and professional development. And an ability to make real and beneficial change. The Distribution Centers at Ulta Beauty are a place where lived values meet next-generation advancements to create competitive advantage few can match.

If you want to learn in a supportive and ever-evolving environment. If you value managers who aren’t afraid to lead by rolling up their sleeves. If you seek stability, growth opportunities and the rewards that come with industry leadership, apply your talents and passions in ways that take us to even greater heights

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE

The HR Generalist is part of the Distribution Center HR team responsible for strategizing and/or implementing comprehensive and integrated human resources solutions that proactively address all major HR areas; talent acquisition, exempt and non-exempt, organizational development, performance management, talent planning, career development, communication, leadership development, associate engagement and training.

The duties of the HR Generalist center on achieving business objectives by identifying opportunities to solve business problems through broad and up-to-date knowledge of employment law, organizational behavior, change management, data analytics, best practices and company policy. Provides an open line of communication within the Distribution Center to ensure policies and corrective actions are followed properly, provides clarification and resolves issues by being a mediator. Compiles and reports out HR data points to identify trends, both positive and negative, to ensure alignment towards HR goals and company strategic imperatives.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:

• Respond to internal and external PS and payroll related inquiries or requests and provide assistance
• Responsible for the UKG timekeeping system, which includes all punch records for employees, approving all exception time with Manager confirmation.
• Complete all time keeping approvals such as manually entering: Leaving Early, Tardy, PTO, unexcused absences, Bereavement, etc.
• Complete payroll maintenance including, enrollment of new hires, merit increases, schedule changes/ org changes, etc.
• Determine eligibility for payroll discrepancy. Processing and requesting of immediate pay, such as pay cards
• Processing of manual adjustments, such as grievance payments or short pays from the following week
• Responsible for the entire recruitment lifecycle of filling open non-exempt positions, including advising on job descriptions/postings, compensation, sourcing, screening, interviewing, extending offers
• Conduct timely and thorough investigations to include associate complaints, concerns, claims of harassment and claims of discrimination. Coaches & guides business leaders on navigating these issues. Review and make recommendations on levels and construction of corrective actions. Escalates the legal and complex investigations to PSM.
• Make recommendations that effectively resolve problems, by using judgment consistent with standards, policies and procedures supporting Federal, State and local employment law.
• Interact daily with management and associates to ensure an open line of communication is maintained to identify and address any issues, needs, and/or concerns as they arise.
• Audit reports, identify trends and provide solutions to support a positive work environment. Coach and facilitate management towards the resolution of associate/management issues.

• Advise and influence Ops Managers on performance management and leadership effectiveness.
• Works with leadership to proactively identify PS issues and creative solutions to support the business needs.
• Partner with management and work closely with associates to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention resulting in low attrition and high engagement scores.
• Liaise with other distribution centers, departments or functions (payroll, benefits etc.)
• Develop and execute best practices to promote associate engagement and to enable a high-performing workforce to contribute to the building’s goals and business objectives.
• Coach and develop our leaders to ensure they are building culture action plans that best align to our people strategies and business initiatives.
• Build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally and collaborates with all support partners to reach goals.
• Guides associates and leaders through the ADA/LOA process, initiates interactive dialogue with associates to identify a resolution, ensures status updates in UC and communications to the Manager.
• Exercise sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Ability to handle multiple projects / caseloads simultaneously while providing excellent client service.
• Projects and other duties as assigned related to the business.

THE ESSENTIALS OF SUCCESS

• Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources or 3 years business related work experience with primary responsibility for time and attendance, and Payroll administration and processing in a Distribution Center, Supply Chain Management, or Manufacturing/Industrial environment is preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, possessing the ability to directly and clearly communicate complex ideas to a team
• Technically proficient in Microsoft Suite – with ability to learn additional programs and systems as needed.
• Proven experience in a role requiring a high degree of organizational skill and a strong sense of urgency; able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively function in a team environment.
• Ability to adjust work schedule according to the business needs.
• Ability to attend off-site job fairs.
• Normal office demands.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work rotational 24/7 on-call group that will support the operation at all hours

• Ability to travel, occasionally
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to work and make business decisions independent of direct supervision
• Exposure to distribution center conditions, which may include loud noises, variable temperatures, dusty environment, and strong scents related to cosmetics or fragrance

The pay range for this position is $57,300.00 - $80,000.00 / 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: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta
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 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.