Director, RSC Environment
Location: Canada
State/Province/City: British Columbia
City: Vancouver
Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Description & Requirements
IMPORTANT NOTE: this role is being held by our recruitment partner ACRE
Please send your application to this link directly: https://www.acre.com/job/director-responsible-supply-chain-environment
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. As part of our broader Responsible Supply Chain team, Director – Responsible Supply Chain, Environment, you will lead our supplier-facing environmental programs and team.
A day in the life:
- Developing the strategy and directing the implementation of Lululemon’s supplier-facing environmental program.
- Provide insight and inform our water, energy, and chemical goals, and innovate our approach to shared environmental goals across the supply chain.
- Participate in industry forums and collaborate with other brands to drive the industry toward ambitious environmental goals.
- Develop relationships with suppliers and our Lululemon liaison office teams to align environmental goals and monitor progress across the supply chain.
- Connect and align with cross-functional partners across our regional offices and store support centers.
- Manage and develop a team to build and implement programs using a data-driven approach.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with study in product development, business, environmental science, chemistry, or engineering.
- 15+ years experience working in manufacturing, product development, or sustainability-focused roles. Apparel, footwear, and/or accessories manufacturing experience a plus
- 5+ years experience implementing environmental or product sustainability programs related to water, wastewater, energy, and/or chemicals.
- Proven ability to excel in a highly collaborative environment, with a passion for cross-functional engagement, enrollment, and alignment
- Clear communication skills and ability to build relationships with external groups in the supply chain and across the industry
- Experience building and/or managing a team
- Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities, work in a high-pressure environment and manage high-profile projects under tight timelines
Must haves:
- Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
- Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
- Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
- Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take themselves 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 $149,800 – 196,700
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 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 for career development, well-being, 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.
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