Senior Product Manager, Wholesale and Alternative Channels

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

The Digital Product Management team is a key part of the overall Global Digital, OMNI & Guest Support Team. This team will work to create a uniquely lululemon, truly differentiated and elevated online guest experience for Geography & Channel, working closely with partners in Technology, UX and Operations. This role specifically supports our growing wholesale and alternative channels business through development of scalable digital platforms that power global franchise, wholesale, and partner operations.

a day in the life: what you'll do

• Responsible for understanding how your specific product align with the overall business / company strategy, what guest / business problems need to be solved and what inputs are required
• Responsible for creating and owning the product vision, strategy and roadmap for new features for one or more mid-scale and mid complexity products
• Document high-level requirements, acceptance criteria and KPI's that push the product strategy forward and achieve key objectives
• Attend, participate and lead agile ceremonies and demonstrate completed features to stakeholders for digital products supporting pre-buy, order capture, and partner enablement across global markets
• Make data-informed decisions based on a sound understanding of organizational priorities, customer feedback, analytics, benchmarks, industry reporting and emerging trends
• Measure and report out on the success of features and enhancements that are delivered in support of wholesale and alternative channel capabilities at a global scale
• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to iterate solutions to find the perfect balance of customer & business value and level of effort
• Defines sizes features and participates in sizing sessions
• Ensure a continuous cycle of feedback from stakeholders and guests is integrated in the product planning and development process through backlog grooming, refinement and prioritization activities
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and product managers to understand requirements and account for them in solution design and prioritization
• Partner with the technology team on training and rollout of new features to regional and global business users
• Identifies and leads change management activities to support rollout to impacted stakeholders
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across Planning, Supply Chain, and Technology to build shared solutions that scale across global markets and partner types
• Drive delivery of core wholesale and alternative channel capabilities including catalog management, order integration, partner onboarding, and order tracking
• Support the transition from manual and interim tools to automated platform experiences

qualifications

• 5+ years of digital product management experience with an emphasis on delivering guest-facing applications or customer service applications. Up to 3 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of product management experience.
• Minimum BA / BS degree from a four-year accredited university (advanced degree preferred)
• Experience with digital technologies, e-commerce, payments, and mobile applications
• Experience building or scaling B2B commerce platforms, wholesale tools, or franchise solutions. Familiarity with B2B order flows, partner onboarding, OMS integrations, or multi-region rollout is strongly preferred
• Preference for candidates who have experience working on products with end users outside North America, on an Agile Scrum team, and familiarity with Salesforce Commerce Cloud
• Strong core consulting skills (demonstrated track record of quality delivery, interpersonal and cross-functional relationship skills)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering executive level presentations
• Ability to drive results independently, but thrives in collaborative environments
• Has a deep desire to learn and improve by seeking, accepting and acting on productive feedback
• Desire and ability to learn quickly and work in an agile environment
• Demonstrated leadership; mentorship, visionary, clarity of purpose, motivated, relentless execution
• Experience leading product teams with diverse range of skill sets, locations and direct and in-direct reporting relationships

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 $123,500-$162,100 CAD 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 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

Hybrid

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.