lululemon Product Manager, Warehouse Management Systems

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

The core mandate of the Supply Chain Product Management (PdM) team is to solve complex Supply Chain challenges by operating as a thought partner to the business and delivering tangible software Products across every stage of the Product lifecycle. Our team is critical in lululemon's pursuit to fuel growth, drive innovation, and deliver on our promise to improve the wellbeing of people and minimize our environmental impact. To meet our Supply Chain stakeholder needs, we partner closely with operational leaders, Technology counterparts, engineering, project leaders, and program management to build the Product strategy and roadmap as well as deliver high impact software Products that enable leading Supply Chain capabilities.

a day in the life: what you'll do

In this role you will lead the day-to-day execution and be the point of contact for one or more mid-scale and mid-complexity Supply Chain technical Product(s). You will promote a user-centric mindset, collaborate daily to deliver the desired Product capabilities, and mentor Product Analysts to develop and grow in your programs.

• Responsible for understanding how specific Product(s) align with the broader Supply Chain strategy, capabilities to be delivered, and technology or data required.

• Define and execute a backlog of work items (epics and user stories) by collaborating with stakeholders to prioritize and plan Agile sprints.

• Solve for the core Supply Chain technical challenge by capturing requirements, creating user stories, documenting acceptance criteria, and aligning on a clear Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for each release.

• Work with Agile scrum teams to drive the delivery of scoped Product features, partner with Technology to translate the business requirements into technical specifications, and iterate to find the optimal solution considering effort, complexity, and value.

• Lead Product demos, identify testing requirements, determine training needs, and support the Product-sign off process with stakeholders.

• Address feedback and bugs identified during testing or post - release, cultivating a continuous improvement culture to increase Product quality and user experience.

• Inspire and train Product Analysts on Product Management / Agile approaches and frameworks, providing instructions, manuals, and day-to-day mentorship through a structured management style.

• Own end to end WMS product delivery for warehouse implementations, from requirements and configuration through testing, cutover, go live, and post implementation stabilization.

• Translate DC operational workflows (receiving, putaway, picking, packing, shipping, inventory) into prioritized WMS epics and user stories in partnership with Operations, IT, and vendors.

qualifications

• Experience: Product Management: 1 - 3 years

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) or related discipline; advanced degree preferred; Product Management certification preferred.

• Proven track record of delivering and deploying technical products in an agile environment.

• Strong critical thinking, logical structuring, attention to detail, and excellent analytical and communication skills (written and verbal).

• Ability to work and deliver in changing environments, under limited guidance while adhering to specified deadlines and budgets.

• Ability to listen, collaborate effectively, and adjust to situations that involve conflicting goals.

• Has a deep desire to learn and improve by seeking, accepting and acting on productive feedback.

• Demonstrated knowledge of general supply chain capabilities, technology, and metrics.

• Experience in agile delivery methods and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, etc.), and frameworks for technical products (initiatives, features, epics, user stories).

• Capacity to drive insights from quantitative and qualitative analysis.

• Ability to multi-task and maintain quality, detail, and organization.

• Strong MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Access experience; Proficient in SQL preferred.

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 $112,200 - $147,200 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

Hybrid

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

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