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 Fulfillment Inventory Management team plays a critical role in maintaining inventory health, optimizing network capacity, enabling strategic inventory placement across the NAM fulfillment network, and ensuring the timely exit of end‑of‑life inventory. We partner closely with a broad range of cross‑functional teams to deliver on investment commitments while governing the processes that support effective inventory management and end‑of‑life execution.
We design and evolve core operational processes, lead governance routines, strengthen organizational connectivity, and generate data‑driven insights that fuel continuous improvement and risk mitigation. Through consistent and scalable governance frameworks, we drive efficient, standardized inventory practices that improve product availability, maximize DC space utilization, and minimize impacts on DC operations.
Reporting to the Manager, Fulfillment Inventory Management this role will lead a team to deliver on key mandates and financial commitments in a highly cross-functional area.
core responsibilities
- Lead and influence cross‑functional forums (analyst through director level) to enhance collaboration and partnership in support of shared operational, financial, and strategic outcomes.
- Build complex operational-financial models that quantify process impacts, identify key drivers and KPIs, evaluate scenarios, surface risks, and recommend actionable improvements.
- Partner across the network to improve inventory health, accelerate end‑of‑life inventory turnover, and optimize DC space utilization and overall operational efficiency.
- Drive cross‑functional KPI improvements (e.g. inventory health, capacity, labor efficiency) by leading root cause analysis, quantifying possible levers to improve, and enabling teams with the right data, tools, and governance routines to support strategic prioritization and accountable execution.
- Analyze large, complex datasets (Excel, Power BI, and related tools) to generate timely, accurate insights to support operational and financial decisions.
- Enhance reporting capabilities to improve visibility and deliver clear, actionable KPIs and insights that support strategic decision‑making.
- Support a multi-million-dollar savings portfolio by creating and enabling processes and tactical execution plans, leveraging strong communication and influencing skills to identify risks early and secure timely resolution.
- Support existing processes and enable new optimizations by creating integrated tools that provide transparent KPI visibility and faster, more effective issue escalation and resolution.
- Continuously optimize current-state processes to improve accuracy, speed, and alignment with evolving business priorities and strategic direction.
qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Supply chain or similar; Analytics is an asset; MBA or CPA preferred
- 5-8 years of experience, preferably in consulting, strategy or equivalent experience with product/supply chain internal function within a large corporation
- 4+ years of experience working within a highly cross-functional team
- Proven ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with varying timelines and scopes; including ability to plan, budget and manage project execution
- Self-starter approach to work, with an eagerness to consistently meet and exceed objectives and foster this within your team
- Excellent attention to detail given the complex nature of the work and the high exposure of the content across various groups and leadership
- Creative thinking and excellent problem-solving skills - must be able to solve problems in a new way, seeing past what is established and creating a new way of doing things
- Demonstrated ability to create clarity and drive alignment towards a common goal and across team members in various functions
- Advanced proficiency with MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word necessary. Experience using Power BI is an asset
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills (verbal and non-verbal)
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
Authorization to work in Canada is required 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 $112,000 - $147,000 annually; 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, 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
In-person collaboration and/or office-based work is necessary or important for the role. Work is mainly performed onsite, 4-5 days per week depending on role requirements.
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