lululemon BPAO Strategic Initiatives Specialist

lululemon; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading performance apparel company is seeking a Strategic Initiatives Specialist to support the execution of strategic growth initiatives. This role involves managing schedules, documenting projects, and ensuring alignment with goals. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience, strong project management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Offering a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation of $66,000-$86,600, and an extensive benefits package that focuses on career development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive annual bonus

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of relative experience, preferably in project management or operations.
• Project management experience with ability to manage one's work in a dynamic environment.
• Strong administrative skills including planning, organizing, and implementing.

Responsibilities

• Support execution and delivery of strategic growth initiatives.
• Manage schedules and project documentation.
• Drive clarity through detailed capture of meeting notes.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Administrative skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

Miro

Job description

Description & Requirements

Strategic Initiatives, Specialist

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 Strategic Growth Initiatives team partners primarily with the Brand and Product Activation Office to drive strategic priorities and growth. We support bodies of work across Brand Strategy, Operations, Product and Commercialization teams, by creating, prioritizing, and managing business growth strategies. Our team acts as a strategic thought partner, overseeing program deliverables, project plans, risks, budgets, and roadmaps, while enabling seamless execution and alignment to overall strategy.

a day in the life: what you'll do

The Growth Initiatives Specialist supports the execution and delivery of strategic growth initiatives through scheduling, documentation, communication of statuses and follow up of action items. This person is an emerging leader who leverages stakeholder influence and persuasive skills to drive special projects forward while maintaining product and brand strategy.

• Support the execution of goals across programs by managing schedules and project documentation e.g toolkit, workplans, status, RAID log documentation and budget reporting for workstreams and projects as directed by Program Managers
• Support Initiative Leaders and Program Managers to define strategy, roadmaps and KPI documentation
• Drive clarity and action through detailed capture and communication of meeting notes and action items
• Support Strategic Growth Initiatives leadership and cross functional team with annual Strategic Planning, AOP process for growth initiatives, including the design and submission of Strategic Growth Plans and Strategic Growth Initiatives budget
• Supports Program Manager and Initiative leader in driving initiative forward through coordination of program milestones
• Manages program budget processes and ensures timelines are met

qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of relative experience, preferably in project management or operations
• Project management experience with demonstrated ability to manage one's own work in a dynamic environment
• Organized, responsible and flexible in a fast-paced growth environment
• Able to work independently, seeking coaching and guidance as needed
• Strong administrative skills (planning, organizing, coordinating, and implementing)
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Smartsheet and Miro would be an asset

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

Authorization to work in Canada is required 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 $66,000-$86,600 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.