Hi, I’m
Nicole Naumann
Woodhaven,MI
Summary
Accomplished leader with a proven track record at Ulta Beauty Inc., excelling in multi-unit organizational leadership and operations management. Demonstrated expertise in P&L management and problem-solving, significantly enhancing team productivity and sales performance. Skilled in selling behaviors, building brand engagement, and influencing top-tier guest experience across 3 states.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Ulta Beauty Inc.Detroit, MI
Field Business Leader
12.2019 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Lead 15 retail and salon doors through effective communication, training, and performance management strategies to support district P&L margins.
- During store closures in 2020, worked directly with guest services to support omni channel business boom. Also, assisted in leadership structure changes, re-opening store locations and re-entering staffing levels.
- Assisted with new hire processing and training. Facilitated continued education initiatives for the company in person and virtually with an attendance of over 30 associates twice a year.
- Facilitated career fair presentations with schools in our district to support new talent acquisition & practiced consistent recruiting.
- Coordinated weekly meetings for internal and external groups.
- Partnered with 15 store managers to identify and capitalize on sales trends and brand initiatives, leading selling behavior training and expectations around the guest experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
Ulta Beauty Inc.Ann Arbor, MI
General Manager
09.2016 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Managed healthy income statement, diverse team of professionals, employee reviews, training, schedules, and human resources.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Drove year-over-year retail and salon business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Ulta Beauty Inc.Taylor, MI
Operations Manager
03.2015 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Managed operations staff, inventory and supply chain to minimize shrink and increase sales capability to support a positive net operating profit.
- Completed multiple new store set projects and accepted a stretch assignment as the market based set coordinator in the region, leading to on time and successful openings of new Ulta Beauty doors.
Ulta Beauty Inc.Taylor, MI
Merchandise Manager
12.2014 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Boosted sales performance by effectively managing merchandise assortments and inventory levels.
- Lead team of task associates to ensure all process completed in a timely manner to support net operating profit.
Ulta Beauty Inc.Woodhaven, MI
Beauty Advisor
07.2013 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Educated customers on proper product usage techniques, fostering confidence in their ability to replicate results at home.
- Increased sales revenue by effectively upselling and cross-selling beauty items based on client needs.
Target & Starbucks
Other Experience Includes
07.2006 - 06.2013
Education
Henry Ford Community CollegeDearborn, MI
Associates Degree from Business Administration
Skills
- Multi- Unit organizational leadership
- Operations management
- Human resources management
- P&L Statement management
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Field Business Leader
Ulta Beauty Inc.
12.2019 - 01.2025
General Manager
Ulta Beauty Inc.
09.2016 - 12.2019
Operations Manager
Ulta Beauty Inc.
03.2015 - 09.2016
Merchandise Manager
Ulta Beauty Inc.
12.2014 - 03.2015
Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty Inc.
07.2013 - 03.2015
Other Experience Includes
Target & Starbucks
07.2006 - 06.2013
Henry Ford Community College
Associates Degree from Business Administration