Facilities Supervisor

Location: Canada

State/Province/City: British Columbia

City: Delta

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time



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

Our Global Distribution DC Support functions are part of our greater lululemon Supply Chain organization. This team is responsible for the overall Health and Safety, Facilities and Production Control of our North America Distribution Centers. The Facilities team plays a business-critical role ensuring DCs remain operational and in compliance with local regulations, statutes, and ordinances. Facilities is responsible for maintaining and repairing material handling equipment and systems, powered user-operated equipment, and the overall upkeep of lululemon's DC. The Facilities Supervisor reports into the Facilities Manager and oversees maintenance & janitorial teams in the DC. This role is a key partner with multiple stakeholders, including the Facility Manager & General Managers/Directors of each distribution center.

a day in the life

This position will work Monday-Friday, 10:00pm-6:30am.

• Directs and oversees the assigned team across the entire DC building or campus.
• Responsible for managing the operational performance results of their assigned team.
• Responsible for all aspects of talent management for their hourly direct reports and their results including hiring, training, annual review process, performance management, development and coaching, engagement, off boarding and rewards and recognition.
• Be an innovator, anticipate future business needs and strategically build plans to meet those needs.
• Provide strategic leadership to direct reports within the maintenance & janitorial staff.
• Attends daily cross functional meetings with operations to maintain good communications with other teams.
• Manages the budget of their site, while ordering necessary parts, services, & project needs.
• Oversee building projects, renovations, refurbishments, repairs, and installations. Along with the Facility Manager, you are responsible for all equipment preventative maintenance, repairs, and uptime.
• Administer vendor or sub-contractor agreements to ensure quality services and goods are provided to meet specifications, on-time and within budget.
• Identify, hire, develop, and manage talent, including building and delivering succession planning across the DC.
• Managing associate's performance, coaching, & career development.
• Responsible for identifying and executing improvements to increase DC efficiency, minimize equipment and/or facilities downtime and maintaining predictive & preventative maintenance schedules.
• Assist the Facilities Manager with identifying opportunities to improve the DC, including staffing, expertise, equipment, and systems.
• Work on network initiatives to help further develop the Facilities department, such as standard work documents, CMMS development, technician training programs, safety programs, & asset criticality identification.

qualifications

• 3-5 years leadership experience in a distribution center environment or similar.
• 2+ years directly or indirectly leading a team of hourly employees.
• 2+ years experience in PLCs and controls systems knowledge/understanding.
• 2+ years experience in material handling equipment and large, complex integrated systems maintenance with strong statistical analysis skills.
• 2+ years directly or indirectly leading a team of hourly employees.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Have a keen eye for safety within an industrial environment.
• Experience with powered equipment such as pallet jacks, high-bay pickers and reach trucks.
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) knowledge/understanding.
• Understanding of controlling a budget & building out an annual budget.
• Project Management experience preferred, to guide equipment upgrades, building expansions, new building construction oversite, new building launch experience.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently.
• Flexible and adaptable with schedule which could include nights, working required holidays, some weekends with occasional after-hours requirements.

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  $88,200-115,700  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

This role is classified as In-Person under our SSC Workplace Policy:

In-Person

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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