Technology Manager - Upstream Supply Chain Tech

Location: United States of America

State/Province/City: Washington

City: Seattle

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time

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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

Upstream Supply Chain Technology team enables Lululemon's supply chain from raw materials to finished good production through innovative technology solutions. Our purpose is to empower the organization to drive innovation and deliver on its strategic vision that includes optimized sourcing & manufacturing processes, cultivating a responsible supply chain while ensuring a superior product quality. We are a team that dares to innovate, support each other, elevate our partnerships and collaborate while having fun.

A day in the life:

We are looking for seasoned technology leader to support Responsible Supply Chain (RSC) technology team within USCT. In this influential role you will closely collaborate with business and product partners to shape and deliver team's roadmap and technology vision.

• Lead and grow a team of skilled engineers, architects, and analysts through empathy and people-centric approach

• Set the team's delivery roadmap and technical goals, working closely with product and partner teams.

• Ensure team's deliverables meet the security, quality and maturity standards set by enterprise architecture and engineering

• Represent the team in front of the stakeholders in forums like OpsCo and SteerCo.

• Ensure that team is delivering as per the planned timelines by helping remove any blockers

• Manage the resource plan and budget for the team.

• Set OKRs and development goals for the team and provide support and mentorship

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience in information technology.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in directly leading and developing technology delivery teams

• Experience in conducting discovery and implementation of enterprise scale technology solutions (including SaaS) for complex business workflows

• Experience in implementing real time data integrations using technologies like Kafka and rest API

• Experience in implementing data reports and visualizations using platforms similar to Snowflake and Power BI

• Experience with cloud technologies

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

Immigration support is potentially available 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 $145,700-$191,200 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

This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy:

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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