Responsible Supply Chain Monitoring Program Manager

Location: Canada

State/Province/City: British Columbia

City: Vancouver

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)



Description & Requirements

who we are

lululemon is a yoga-inspired technical apparel company up to big things. The practice and philosophy of yoga informs our overall purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice. We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between. We owe our success to our innovative product, our emphasis on our stores, our commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we get to make in every community we are in.

about this team

This role is part of the enterprise-wide sustainability team shaping the future of impact within our brand and business. This work doesn't just live in one function; social and environmental impact at lululemon is integrated in everything we do. The team leads and integrates our vision and initiatives across the company to create value for our brand, our collective (guests, employees, makers, ambassadors), and society. The result? lululemon is an innovative, purpose-driven brand creating a future that we want to live in.

a day in the life

As the Monitoring Program Manager in the Responsible Supply Chain (RSC) Team, you will be responsible for architecting the RSC 2.0 right-sized, risk-informed monitoring approach to improve efficiency, support scale, enable business growth and create focused impact. You will oversee the evolution of the RSC risk management approach, including connecting to traceability and Enterprise and Supply Chain Risk Management processes. You will be responsible for managing processes, tools, and technology that drive consistent RSC practices, procedures, and enhanced analytics in the environmental and social vendor program. In this role, you will leverage your supply chain expertise to understand external frameworks and internal strategies and translate into the processes and tools implemented by lululemon; work in a highly cross-functional manner to bring to life a fit-for-purpose approach; and hold high attention to detail due to high stakeholder expectations and reputational risks.

responsibilities

• Drive the development and implementation of the RSC Monitoring 2.0 approach across RSC social and environmental
• Develop operating processes, SOPs, and documentation to achieve program objectives and connect to sourcing processes
• Build a system of key performance indicators and metrics to support performance management
• Lead and develop internal and vendor training and tools
• Manage and report data and analytics for internal and external use
• Own the development and integration of RSC risk approach/logic to enterprise risk and supply chain risk and traceability processes
• As required define needs for technology systems and tools, guide implementation to meet agreed upon goals for lululemon teams

qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in management systems, sustainability related research, analytics, and operations, 5+ years of experience in RSC with focus on Human Rights and/or environmental monitoring and due diligence
• Understanding of apparel supply chain, regional and global market and partner expectations
• Ability to discern risk in order to develop, document and deliver fit for purpose processes and implementation
• Proven ability to address tactical business problems with strategic solutions
• Strong engagement and collaborative approach with cross-functional partners and stakeholders. Exceptional project-management skills, managing

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.

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  $103,500 - $135,900 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 and equity offerings, 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 Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy: Hybrid

In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week. 

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