Strategic Agile Coach – Enterprise Transformation Leader for Omnichannel Retail Innovation at Ulta Beauty (Remote, Immediate Start)
About Ulta Beauty – A Beauty Industry TrailblazerUlta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA) stands as the premier beauty destination in North America, offering an unrivaled assortment of cosmetics, fragrance, skin‑care, hair‑care, and salon services. With more than 25,000 products from about 500 brands—including a robust private‑label portfolio—Ulta has redefined the retail experience for millions of guests both in‑store and online. The company’s visionary omnichannel strategy blends cutting‑edge technology, data‑driven insights, and creative storytelling to deliver a seamless, personalized journey that inspires discovery, confidence, and loyalty. As Ulta continues to innovate at the intersection of beauty and technology, it seeks leaders who can amplify that momentum by embedding Agile mindsets across every facet of the business.Why This Role Matters – The Impact of an Agile CoachIn today’s fast‑moving digital landscape, the ability to adapt quickly, deliver value continuously, and foster high‑performing teams is the differentiator between market leaders and followers. As an Agile Coach at Ulta Beauty, you will be the catalyst that unlocks the full potential of cross‑functional “pods”—small, empowered squads that blend product, design, technology, and data expertise. Your guidance will shape how these teams plan, execute, and iterate, ensuring that every release aligns with strategic business objectives and enhances the guest experience. By championing Agile principles, you will help Ulta maintain its competitive edge, accelerate time‑to‑market, and nurture a culture of relentless improvement.Key Responsibilities – Driving Agile Excellence• Scale Organization‑Level Agility: Partner with senior leaders to design governance frameworks, shift mindsets, and embed Agile practices across the enterprise.• Pod Coaching & Mentorship: Directly support 3‑5 Agile pods, providing hands‑on coaching to Product Owners, Tech Leads, Scrum Masters, UX Designers, and other team members.• Facilitate Workshops & Learning Sessions: Lead interactive sessions on Agile fundamentals, OKR creation, Sprint 0 activities, and effective pod kick‑offs.• One‑on‑One Coaching: Conduct personalized coaching for individual contributors, focusing on skill development, career growth, and performance enhancement.• Continuous Improvement: Conduct quarterly maturity assessments, retrospectives, and metric reviews to identify blockers, propose solutions, and drive incremental gains.• Playbook Development: Update and refine the Agile Playbook, standardizing processes while ensuring flexibility for team‑specific needs.• Metrics & Value Delivery: Champion data‑driven decision‑making by establishing key performance indicators (KPIs), tracking progress, and celebrating outcomes.• Cross‑Functional Alignment: Facilitate stand‑up meetings, sprint reviews, and program increment planning to ensure transparent communication across disciplines.• Product Strategy Support: Coach Product Owners on roadmap creation, MVP definition, release planning, and Quarterly Business Review (QBR) preparation.• Risk Management: Proactively identify risks and impediments, collaborating with leadership to remove obstacles and sustain momentum.Essential Qualifications – What You Bring to the Table• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 7‑10 years of progressive experience in Agile coaching, Scrum Mastery, or related transformation roles.• Certifications (Preferred but Not Required): Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Scrum Coach (CSC), Certified Agile Coach (ICP‑ACC), or Certified Product Owner (CSPO).• Methodology Expertise: Deep knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or other Agile frameworks, with a proven track record of guiding teams to high maturity levels.• Product Management Acumen: Familiarity with OKRs, road‑mapping, MVP definition, release cycles, and metrics‑driven product delivery.• Communication Excellence: Ability to articulate concepts clearly, listen actively, and foster transparent dialogue across diverse stakeholder groups.• Problem‑Solving & Analytical Skills: Demonstrated capacity to diagnose challenges, design innovative solutions, and influence outcomes without relying on hierarchy.• Coaching Mindset: A genuine desire to develop people, empower teams, and create environments where experimentation thrives.• Cultural Fit: Commitment to a non‑hierarchical, collaborative culture built on trust, psychological safety, and continuous learning.Preferred Qualifications – Going the Extra Mile• Advanced degree (MBA, Masters in Organizational Development, or related field).• Experience within retail, e‑commerce, or consumer‑facing technology environments.• Hands‑on experience with digital transformation initiatives, AI/ML product pipelines, or data‑centric platforms.• Facilitation skills for large‑scale events (e.g., PI Planning, Design Sprints, Innovation Workshops).• Proven ability to scale Agile practices across geographically dispersed teams.• Familiar Apply tot his job Apply To this Job