Manager, Dc Optimization Program (Based In Columbus, Oh Or Toronto, On)

Description & Requirements
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
Global Fulfillment (GF) is responsible for all physical product movements from the shipping dock of factories to our store or guest, including distribution, logistics, trade compliance and engineering. The team completes this objective while scaling for growth and achieving targeted performance, including service, costs and employee safety.
The Distribution Center (DC) Optimization Program team oversees initiatives within the DCs related to functionality (productivity), channels, geography (Team Canada), and non-strategic- facility upgrades. The team supports initiatives in both Canada and the United States Distribution Centers. The team is responsible for leading initiatives through the planning, execution, delivery, and supporting phases, with the ultimate directive to complete initiatives on time and on budget while following PMO standards.
a day in the life

• Monitor program and project performance against plan as measured by milestones, KPIs, and supporting metrics
• Work with internal stakeholders to create program and project charters (scope, objectives, cost, benefits, resourcing, risks) and workplans
• Build and efficiently communicate program status
• Actively manage, and provide line-of-sight to PMO and functional leadership to issues, risks, and required decisions across the program scope and component workstreams
• Maintain consolidated resource and timeline views across the program
• Manage the tracking of program budget, change requests, and intake management
• Manage a large high-complexity program or multiple concurrent projects within the Global Fulfillment Distribution portfolio and partner with PMO leadership and Distribution Leadership to build detailed project plans, facility charter creation, including integration touchpoints, dependencies, and sequencing
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify opportunities to drive productivity, reduce costs, better leverage resources, and increase operational efficiency
• Monitoring projects and overseeing project managers to ensure goals are met

Qualifications

• MBA or other Master’s degree preferred
• Teamwork and motivational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Project
• B.A./B.S. in Business, Engineering, or technical area required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products
• Minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in consulting, project management, program management, or a similar field with a minimum of 3 years in a management role
• Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively
• Risk management
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing direct reports
• Experience in Project Management and Consumer Supply Chain Operations preferred
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Cost control and budgeting skills
• High-level management and leadership skills

must haves

• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. In addition to our competitive Total Rewards offering, we also have personal and professional development offerings. Our offerings recognize our teams for their performance and support whole person development, including support for employees on how to grow their career:  

• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Generous employee discount
• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Paid time off

Note: Availability of the incentive programs, benefits, and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may 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.