who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
About this team
The Global Distribution Technology team is a highly-motivated and knowledgeable squad that is responsible for day to day support functions to continuous improvement initiatives across Distribution systems. This individual will be responsible for areas that focus on the Warehouse Management System that drives all user activities and hardware automation within Lululemon's warehouses. The individual will be part of a team leading a multi-year transformation initiative to support company's future network strategy and growth.
A day in the life
- Oversees projects to drive bug fixes and enhancements
- Leads functional solution , design discussions and system configuration with understanding of process, data and system flows to facilitate design decisions within a functional domain.
- Has a strong sense of ownership with the ability to drive clarity in complex and ambiguous scenarios.
- Proficient with systems-thinking and able to articulate them to various groups across the organization.
- Provides technical oversight and guides teams to resolve complex and severe technical issues.
- Supports one or more moderately to highly complex business processes
- Champions best practices around data standards, policies, and procedures
- Serves as a team member, sometimes as a technical lead, sometimes as a business analyst
- Solutions business issues or requirements
- Support production issues as relate to application functionality and integrations (after go-live) and provide technical ownership to drive to resolution
- Sharing best practices amongst DC technology
- Cross functional support on solving complex technical problems
- Is Instrumental in capturing high-level functional requirements and translation into detailed requirements and actionable technical specifications
- Drives partnership with fellow team members to share knowledge, documentation, and alignment to new solutions
- Coordinates with engineering/systems team to develop the most cost-effective solution on complex, high-impact efforts.
Qualifications
- 10+years of work experience in information technology with solid experience working on Manhattan warehouse management systems, preferably WMOS and Manhattan Active WM
- Knowledge and experience with distribution center automation technologies such as warehouse control systems (WCS), material handling equipment (MHE), Putwalls, Autobaggers, etc.
- Advanced experience with SQL
- Possess expert level understanding of software development practices and project life cycles
- Possess strong team management skills with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Creative problem solver possessing the ability to measure and improve products and processes
- Self-starter with the ability to make independent decisions and the judgment to know when to seek guidance
- Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks within tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work under pressure and during critical production issues
- Desired: Supply Chain experience is a plus.
Must haves
- Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
- Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
- Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take yourself too seriously.
Additional Notes
Immigration support is potentially available for this role.
Compensation and Benefits Package
lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $136,200 - 170,200; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and equity offerings, subject to program eligibility requirements.
At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:
- Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
- Paid time off
- Savings and retirement plan matching
- Generous employee discount
- Fitness & yoga classes
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
workplace arrangement
This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy:
Hybrid
In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week. #LI-Hybrid
