Lead Cashier

Overview

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General Summary & Scope

The Lead Cashier (LC) is responsible for the efficiency of guest transactions and maintaining excellence in cashwrap standards, including cleanliness and overall aesthetics. Experienced in cashiering, the LC assists in the training of new cashiers and the cross-training of other associates, demonstrating the ability to proactively collaborate, lead, and influence peers. This position is responsible for driving loyalty results, including credit, through a focus on performance (sales, guest experience, and loyalty), people (guest service, and associate training and development), and process (operating procedures and compliance standards with an emphasis on cashiering).

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Contribute to meeting or exceeding the store’s goals related to retail and service sales, omni-channel, guest loyalty (including credit), and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty for the store.
• Ensure that each guest receives exceptional service by providing a guest-friendly environment, which includes greeting and engaging each guest, personalizing service to their needs, and recommending Ulta Beauty products and/or services.
• Courteously handle sales, refunds, and exchanges.
• Ensure each guest receives exceptional service by pairing them with an associate to perform makeup applications, skincare analysis, and product demonstrations to drive sales and the guest service experience.
• Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on sales goals.
• Maintain prompt, regular attendance.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and the internal and external guests served.
• Support the leadership team by completing cashier chat ins and chat outs as well as associate exit inspections as needed.
• Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time, and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests.
• Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests, lead associates to do the same, and create excitement and accountability to individual and store credit and loyalty goals.
• Assist in the training of new cashiers, and cross-training other associates in cashiering.
• Stand out as a leader with the ability to engage and influence peers to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Drive cashier accountability in delivering an exceptional, personalized Ulta Beauty brand experience, and following Ulta Beauty’s systems’ prompts.
• Regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive sales performance.
• Collaborate with managers and associates throughout the store to help grow the business.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma is preferred.
• Experience 2 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience preferred.
• Proven ability to delegate, multi-task, and problem-solve.
• Demonstrated knowledge and passion for guest service and a competency for selling.
• Experience addressing guests concerns and questions promptly and professionally to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrated experience in exceeding sales goals and training new hires.

Skills

• Proficient with basic technology (e.g., Point of Sale system and Apple devices).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Ability to react under pressure, use good judgment in ambiguous situations, and be flexible/adaptable.

Special Position Requirements

• Work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• The role of Lead Cashier cannot be held by a minor. Any associate being hired or promoted into the role must be 18 years of age.