Description & Requirements

about this team

Play a key role of inventory safety and accuracy, create and improve fulfilment processes, operations and compliance controls, maintain data integrity, reporting and analysis for product coming in and out of our North American distribution center(s).

Reporting to Manager of Distribution Operations, this position provides regional guidance, training and direction for inventory control, inventory process management, inventory audits, cycle counts and reporting metrics. Collaborate with function stakeholders to identify and initiate optimization of inventory capabilities and develop best inventory management practices.

core responsibilities

• Build up, implement and monitor inventory management process to ensure inventory handling is in compliance with company policy
• Plan and supervise cycle count in our 3PL managed DCs and return centers, train, educate and best practice sharing among these DCs
• Work closely with finance for yearly stock take, analyze on inventory accuracy and reconciliation if necessary
• Drive safety, accuracy and ePiciency of inventory movement among DCs and channels by obtaining LEAN concept alongside the chain
• Create and maintain dashboard to enhance data visibility
• Collaborate with internal counterparts for analysis of inventory accuracy, shrink, aging and stock transfers
• Implement inventory tools and system for tracking, analysis, auditing and reporting
• Coordinate and proactively communicate for sustainable handling of aging inventory
• Monitor and report adherence to established KPIs and external SOX controls

qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of inventory control role in a fast paced, high-volume operation with a focus on seasonal activity in a direct-to-consumer environment, preferably within the apparel or fashion industry
• Solid operating knowledge of North American distribution management, with proven experience in inventory control
• Attention to details and sensitive with numbers
• Team player who can successfully collaborate up and down the organization
• Results oriented with a focus on execution to meet business requirements
• Excellent PC skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and reporting tolls (Power BI)
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English

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 the United States is required for this role.

Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa at this time for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and teamperformance. Thetypical hiring range for this position is from$87,700 - $115,100 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 office-based work is necessary and important for this role. Work is performed onsite, 5 days a week, depending on role requirements.