lululemon Systems Analyst - Distribution Technology (Manhattan Active)

lululemon; Canada; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known athletic apparel company in Canada is seeking a Systems Analyst for their Distribution Technology team. This role involves improving warehouse management systems, analyzing processes, and supporting technical issues to enhance operational efficiency. Candidates should have over 3 years of IT experience, ideally with knowledge of warehouse management systems and SQL. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits in an in-person work environment.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in information technology.
• 1+ year working on Manhattan warehouse management systems.
• 3+ years of experience with SQL.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technology systems and related processes to identify improvements.
• Participate in functional solution and system configuration discussions.
• Provide technical knowledge and support to resolve technical issues.

Skills

Information Technology

SQL

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

Manhattan Warehouse Management Systems

Warehouse Control Systems

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

Description & Requirements

Systems Analyst - Distribution Technology

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

The Distribution Technology team is a highly-motivated and knowledgeable squad that is responsible for day to day support functions and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple Distribution sites. This individual will be responsible for areas that focus on the Warehouse Management System that drives all user activities and hardware automation within Lululemon's warehouses. The individual will be part of a team responsible for supporting the second largest labor force in the company! This position plays a key role in the stabilization of the warehouses with a strong focus and commitment to improve operational efficiency and eliminate defects.

A day in the life

• The Systems Analyst analyzes technology systems and related processes to identify and design improvements.
• Participates in functional solution, design discussions and system configuration with understanding of process, data and system flows to facilitate design decisions within a functional domain.
• Has a strong sense of ownership with the ability to drive clarity in complex and ambiguous scenarios.
• Provides technical knowledge and support to resolve technical issues.
• Champions best practices around data standards, policies, and procedures
• Serves as a team member, sometimes as a technical analyst, sometimes as a business analyst
• Support production issues as relate to application functionality and integrations (after go-live) and provide technical ownership to drive to resolution
• Sharing best practices amongst DC technology
• Cross functional support on solving technical problems
• Is Instrumental in capturing high-level functional requirements and translation into detailed requirements and actionable technical specifications
• Drives partnership with fellow team members to share knowledge, documentation, and alignment to new solutions
• Monitors system performance and recommends enhancements for underperforming areas to drive efficiency and accuracy in supply chain execution.
• Works to ensure application availability and SLAs for operational readiness

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in information technology
• 1+ year working on Manhattan warehouse management systems, preferably WMOS and Manhattan Active WM
• Knowledge and experience with distribution center processes and automation technologies such as warehouse control systems (WCS), material handling equipment (MHE), Putwalls, Autobaggers, etc.
• 3+ years of experience with SQL
• Possess good understanding of software development practices and project life cycles
• Possess strong team collaboration skills with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Creative problem solver possessing the ability to measure and improve products and processes
• Self-starter with the ability to make independent decisions and the judgment to know when to seek guidance
• Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks within tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work under pressure and during critical production issues
• Supply Chain experience is a plus.

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.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and teamperformance. Thetypical hiring range for this position is from $ 105,800-$110,00 ; 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

In-Person

In-person collaboration and office-based work is necessary and important for this role. Work is performed onsite, 5 days a week, depending on role requirements.