Manager, Distribution Planning

5 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Lululemon Full time

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 Distribution Planning team is responsible for leading and driving the Global Distribution strategy, operational planning, performance management, optimization initiatives, functional training, health & safety programs, 3PL management, and real estate planning. The scope covers both owned and operated facilities as well as 3PL partners across multiple international markets. This function is highly collaborative and will partner closely with Global Fulfillment, Product, Channel, People, and Technology teams that support Global Distribution capabilities today, and collectively orchestrate a paralleled push to achieving our strategic and operational goals.

**a day in the life**: what you’ll do
- Drive building and iterating on the Global Distribution functional strategy and operating plans and corresponding multi-year investment roadmap in support of the annual planning cycle and in-year refreshes.
- Define and lead specific functional research, modeling, and analyses in partnership with Global Distribution teams as part of strategic discovery and operating plan formulation/evolution.
- Lead functional research efforts in partnership with Global Distribution teams as part of strategic discovery into new capabilities and investment areas.
- Develop presentation content and deliverables to support senior executive updates and business reviews.
- Build business cases, including cost/benefit analysis, for strategic initiatives and special projects as part of the investment roadmap.
- Lead and deliver specific projects and initiatives as part of the Global Distribution roadmap
- Guide Global Distribution functions through the annual AOP process.
- Facilitate cross-functional planning and review sessions with key business partners across Global Fulfillment and the broader business.
- Support the implementation and dissemination of effective functional planning practices across Global Distribution teams, including frameworks, processes, and tools.
- Collaborate with and oversee 3rd party partners/consultants based on specific scope of service requirements.
- Work closely with peers across Global Fulfillment and key partners, ensuring alignment and comprehensiveness in planning, management, and execution.
- Provide input to the broader Supply Chain strategic planning and roadmapping process.
- Mentor, coach and develop talent through the Global Distribution organization. This includes creating development plans, succession planning, the yearly review process and offering both positive and constructive feedback.
- Champion lululemon’s culture and core values

qualifications
- B.A./B.S. in Business, Engineering, or related discipline
- MBA or other Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 7-10+ years' experience in strategy & operations consulting, internal strategic planning functions, or a similar field with a minimum of 3 years in a management role
- Experience in Consumer Supply Chain strategy & operations preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products
- Strong business, leadership, planning and organizing skills; including the ability to provide innovative, strategic ideas to management, communicate value, gain approval and implement effectively.
- Demonstrated executive-level presence with a proven ability to collaborate with and influence peers, colleagues, and leadership.
- Strong critical thinking, logical structuring, attention to detail and excellent analytical and communication skills
- Excellent facilitation and issue resolution skills; ability to drive consensus.
- Ability to work and deliver in changing environments, under limited guidance while adhering to specified deadlines and budgets.
- Ability to interpret and adjust to situations that involve conflicting goals.
- Ability to effectively manage a dispersed team and prioritize work.

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 a

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