Lululemon - Technology Manager - Upstream Supply Chain Tech

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field with at least 10 years of information technology experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in directly leading and developing technology delivery teams
• Experience delivering projects in Retail, Product Development, Sourcing and Supply Chain business domain
• Experience working and leading in a DevOps operating model utilizing Cloud infrastructure
• Experience in implementing engineering solutions using Java, Angular, Python or similar programming languages/frameworks
• Experience in implementing automated code delivery pipelines using test automation and security scanning
• Experience in implementing real time data integrations using technologies like Kafka and rest API
• Experience in implementing data reports and visualizations using platforms like Snowflake and Power BI
• Experience in conducting discovery and implementation of enterprise scale technology solutions (including SaaS) for complex business workflows
• Strong track record of managing external vendors and service providers

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

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.

We are looking for seasoned technology leader to support technology teams 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. You will be responsible for ensuring the success of your team and proactively identify the most high-value deliverables and keep the team focused on meeting quality standards. You are a leader who is comfortable managing team members with various skillsets and can communicate expectations clearly to all team members. You operate as an owner and are an advocate for your people who understands we are stronger as a team than as an individual.

A day in the life:

• 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 product and other partner teams.
• Ensure team's deliverables meet the security, quality and engineering maturity standards set by enterprise architecture and engineering
• Ensure that team is delivering as per the planned timelines by helping remove any blockers
• Manage the resource and delivery plans for the team as per allocated budget.
• Represent the team in front of the stakeholders in forums like OpsCo
• Set OKRs and development goals for the team
• Ensure the right skills are being used to solve the right problems by supporting the team with coaching, skills development, and career path leadership 
• Being a role model and lead awareness and training for your team in our IDEA program - Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Action.