Full-Time

Ulta Beauty Consultant

Multiple Teams

Posted on 9/26/2025

Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

Compensation Overview

$17.25/hr

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Clifton Park, NY, USA

In Person

Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Requirements
  • Ability to adapt communication style to build a trusting relationship with guests and influence beauty regimens
  • Ability to provide personalized beauty products and regimen recommendations through guest engagement, product training, sampling events and actively selling
  • Experience in retail business fundamentals including: department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotions strategies
  • Knowledge of beauty products including: beauty brands, seasonal trends, cosmetics and various skincare products
  • Knowledge of loyalty programs (Target Circle and Ulta Beauty Rewards) including: guest benefits, and how to leverage as a sales-driving tool
Responsibilities
  • Create a welcoming experience by authentically greeting all guests and inviting them into the shop
  • Engage with guests in a genuine way to understand their needs and what level of service they prefer; ask open-ended questions and follow body language and verbal clues to tailor your approach
  • Help guests find the right products that fit their skin care, make-up, and hair care needs, regimen, and budget
  • Utilize tools and resources to learn about loyalty program benefits (Target Circle Ulta Beauty Rewards)
  • Invite guests to become a member of Target Circle and Ulta Beauty Rewards; explain benefits of the programs and linking their accounts
  • Inspire guests by guiding them through the shop, sharing product knowledge and personal recommendations, and highlighting newness
  • Encourage guests to explore Beauty with confidence by making sure the area is clean, testers are available, and surprising & delighting them with product samples
  • Build guests’ baskets by adding on products that compliment or enhance each other
  • Thank the guest in a genuine way and let them know we’re happy they chose to shop at Ulta Beauty at Target
  • Participate in weekly learnings to enable continuous development and drive sales performance
  • Familiarize yourself with prestige product ingredients and benefits; leverage training resources, product packaging, in-store marketing, and store tools
  • Stay informed regarding new and existing beauty industry trends
  • Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store
  • Leverage Beauty Routines to prioritize guest interaction and engagement while balancing task
  • Create an inviting shopping environment by ensuring product is organized, instock, signed correctly and available for guests to shop
  • Support changes to product assortment and keep Beauty inspiring to guests all year round by remerchandising new product and maintaining a brand space following new sets
  • Always demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance
  • Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices.
  • All other duties based on business needs
Desired Qualifications
  • 12+ months previous beauty retail experience preferred, but not required
  • Strong interest and knowledge of beauty and skincare products
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members
  • Ability to communicate on multiple frequencies devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed. Effective communication skills
  • Work both independently and with a team
  • Resolve guest questions quickly on the spot
  • Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframe

Target is a large retailer that sells clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries through about 2,000 stores and an online platform, and it also carries its own branded products. It works by stocking broad assortments and offering convenient shopping options, including same-day services, supported by owned brands and a strong online presence; customers can shop in stores or online and use the Target Circle loyalty program with flexible memberships. Its differentiators include the Design For All philosophy—high-quality, well-designed products at affordable prices—a wide lineup of owned brands, and a focus on rewards and convenience through its loyalty program and services, plus a commitment to sustainability via Target Forward. Target’s goal is to provide a convenient, relevant, and enjoyable shopping experience while pursuing a sustainable, community-minded business that gives back to neighborhoods.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

2005

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Owned brands command premium margins, offsetting grocery commoditization from Walmart competition.
  • 66 supply chain facilities and 27 sourcing offices enable rapid inventory optimization.
  • Urban store density positions Target for same-day fulfillment against Amazon Prime.

What critics are saying

  • Q1 2025 merchandise sales dropped 3.1%; company expects low-single-digit annual decline.[1]
  • Operating income fell 18.9% as boycotts from left-leaning customer base intensify.[3]
  • Tariffs negatively impact earnings; inventory glut risks repeat 2023 markdown crisis.[4]

What makes Target unique

  • 45+ exclusive brands and 1,978 stores within 10 miles of 75% of U.S. population.
  • Design For All philosophy creates high-quality affordable products competitors cannot replicate.
  • Target Circle loyalty program drives engagement across three membership tiers with personalized benefits.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

1%
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