ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc

Customer Care AI Program Lead

Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in customer support or contact center operations with a focus on customer experience.
  • 2+ years experience with AI or automation technologies in support environments.
  • Proven track record in identifying customer journeys for automation and their business impacts.
  • Cross-functional collaboration experience with product, engineering, and operations teams.
  • Experience in designing performance frameworks or quality programs for support operations.
  • Operational experience with QA or performance programs through vendor partnerships.
  • Strong analytical skills to convert data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze AI interaction data to identify performance gaps and improvement initiatives.
  • Execute AI enhancements aligned with performance insights and business objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate guest and agent journeys.
  • Ensure AI systems utilize accurate knowledge sources by working with Knowledge Management.
  • Design and develop performance management frameworks for AI experiences.
  • Implement quality programs to evaluate AI interaction effectiveness and accuracy.
  • Establish audit and calibration practices for continuous improvement in quality monitoring.

Benefits

  • Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Opportunities for career development and growth.
  • Potential for additional compensation through a bonus plan.
Full Job Description
THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE

Guest Services (Customer Care) supports millions of guest interactions each year across phone, chat, text, email, and social media. Our front-line Service Specialists are at the heart of this work, delivering care and expertise to every customer. We continue to evolve the function by leading with data, using AI responsibly, and innovating to create better guest experiences.

We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused operator to support the next phase of Customer Care's evolution through AI. This is not a hands-on engineering role. Instead, it focuses on applying AI within a contact center environment - identifying where it can improve the customer experience, reduce friction, and scale operations.

This role will partner closely with product, engineering, and operations teams to prioritize and implement AI-enabled workflows across the customer support journey. It requires strong judgment across both operations and technology, with the ability to translate customer needs and contact drivers into practical, scalable solutions. In parallel, this role will own how AI performs in production. This includes defining success metrics, establishing a quality and performance management approach, and working with internal teams and BPO partners to continuously improve outcomes.

Success in this role comes from a strong foundation in contact center operations, with an understanding of how different parts of the support ecosystem work together to deliver and improve the customer experience. This is paired with comfort working with technology - such as CRM platforms, QA programs, or support tooling. Direct AI experience is a plus but not required. We are looking for someone who is naturally curious, self-directed, and able to quickly build working knowledge in a rapidly evolving space.

YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY
  • Analyze AI interaction data to identify performance gaps, experience friction, and automation opportunities: translate performance insights into prioritized improvement initiatives.
  • Execute AI performance improvements based on performance insights and business objectives.
  • Partner with engineering, product, and Customer Care operations to identify and prioritize guest and agent journeys that should be automated: support the design, launch, and optimization of new AI workflows across digital support channels ensuring to ensure new AI
  • Partner with Knowledge Management teams to ensure AI systems leverage accurate, structured knowledge sources. Collaborate on Guest Services launches and AI updates needed to support the business.
  • Assist in design and development of the performance management framework for guest-facing AI experiences: metrics definitions, measurement methodologies, reporting, and performance insights.
  • Drive design and implementation of a scalable AI quality program to evaluate interaction accuracy, experience quality, and resolution effectiveness: QA frameworks, audit methodologies, and scoring models for AI interactions.
  • Operationalize AI quality monitoring through internal teams and BPO partners responsible for executing audit programs and establish audit-the-auditor practices and calibration processes to ensure scoring consistency and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain strong awareness of emerging AI capabilities and best practices in customer support automation
ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS
  • 5+ years of experience in customer support, contact center operations, or digital support environments, with a strong understanding of customer experience, service metrics, and operational workflows.
  • 2+ years of experience working with AI, automation, or conversational platforms (e.g., chatbots, virtual assistants, agent assist), with direct involvement in improving performance or scaling use cases a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and prioritize customer journeys for automation, balancing customer experience, complexity, and business impact.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with product, engineering, and operations teams to launch or improve support workflows (human or AI).
  • Experience designing and implementing performance frameworks, KPIs, or quality programs for support operations (AI or human).
  • Experience operationalizing QA or performance programs through BPO/vendor partners, including calibration, audit-the-auditor practices, and continuous improvement loops.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate interaction data into actionable insights and measurable improvements.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present performance insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with conversational AI platforms (e.g., Gladly, Sierra, Ada, LivePerson, Dialogflow, etc.) a plus.
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The pay range for this position is $79,900.00 - $106,000.00 / 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 ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc

ULTA Beauty is the beauty retailer in the United States and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin, hair care products and salon services. Since opening its first store 25 years ago, ULTA Beauty has grown to become the top national retailer providing All Things Beauty, All in One Place™. The Company offers more than 20,000 products from over 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 and brow services. ULTA Beauty is recognized for its commitment to personalized service, fun and inviting stores and its industry-leading Ultamate Rewards loyalty program.

ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. Careers

Join the vibrant team at ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc., a leader in the beauty industry, where innovation meets diversity and professional growth. As a company renowned for its inclusive culture and commitment to employee development, there has never been a better time to explore job opportunities with us. Work You’ll Do At ULTA, we empower our team to bring beauty to life, providing unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment. Whether you are looking for a position in our retail stores, at our corporate headquarters, or within our distribution network, ULTA offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized. Join our team and contribute to an industry-leading company known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and diversity. ULTA is not just about beauty products; it's about elevating the beauty in everyone. Our team’s diversity is our strength, and we continuously strive to foster an inclusive environment through comprehensive diversity training programs. Internship and Employment Opportunities Start your career journey with an internship at ULTA, where you can gain hands-on experience in a thriving retail environment. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the beauty industry, offering insights into various aspects of business operations, from marketing to supply chain management. For those seeking full-time roles, ULTA is hiring across a range of departments. We look for passionate, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests on our Careers page. Benefits and Culture At ULTA, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, employee discounts, and more. Our company culture champions personal and professional growth, encouraging every team member to reach their full potential. Through leadership training and continuous learning opportunities, we prepare our employees to lead and innovate in the beauty industry. Networking and Professional Development Stay connected and advance your career through ULTA’s networking events, where you can meet industry leaders and like-minded professionals. Enhance your resume and interview skills through our career development workshops and receive personalized advice from our experienced hiring managers. Future-Proof Your Career With ULTA, the trajectory of your career is boundless. Embrace the opportunity to grow with a company that is as committed to your professional journey as it is to leadership in the beauty industry. Explore Discover how ULTA is transforming the beauty landscape and leading the way in retail innovation. Read more about our latest projects and the impact they have on our customers and industry. Join Our Team Search for job opportunities that align with your career aspirations. We are excited to see how your vision and expertise can contribute to our ongoing success. Stay Up to Date Keep ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, leadership, and beauty move forward together.
Learn more about ULTA Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc
Size
16,500 employees
Market Cap
$23.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$175.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+12.2%
Revenue
$6.1 billion
NASDAQ

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