lululemon Change Management Manager

lululemon; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Mental health plans

Paid time off

401(k) match / retirement plan

Job summary

lululemon is seeking a senior Distribution Engineering professional to lead cross‑functional solutions across MHE, automation, campus engineering, and facilities. You will translate operations challenges into data‑driven models and business cases, guiding end‑to‑end delivery from problem framing to validation.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10+ years in supply chain engineering, strong knowledge of WCMS/WES/WCS interactions, and proficiency with SQL, Power BI, Python, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field is required; P.Eng. or equivalent certification preferred.
• 7–10+ years in supply chain engineering, industrial engineering, automation, or technical solution delivery in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of material handling systems and distribution center operations; familiarity with WMS/WES/WCS and workflows.
• Experience building business cases and financial models (CapEx/OpEx, ROI, scenarios).
• Vendor, integrator, and partner collaboration to deliver technical solutions.
• Data tooling exposure (SQL, Power BI) and programming (Python) are assets.
• Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, Visio for analysis and communication.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence across teams; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering solutions connecting MHE, automation, campus engineering, construction, and facilities.
• Translate operational challenges into data‑driven models and business cases.
• Provide end‑to‑end lifecycle support from problem definition to post‑deployment validation.
• Reinforce PMO rigor: scope, milestones, risk, and stakeholder alignment.
• Partner with vendors to design and implement material handling and infrastructure solutions.
• Develop frameworks, tools, and methodologies to standardize evaluation and delivery.
• Act as an integrator across engineering functions aligning decisions with long‑term network strategy.
• Build models and analytics to show cost, capacity, throughput, and performance.
• Facilitate workshops to align stakeholders on problems, designs, and execution plans.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven problem solving

Engineering problem solving

Material handling systems

SQL

Power BI

Python

Excel

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng.) or equivalent

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Python

Excel

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

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 Distribution Engineering team enables lululemon's North America fulfillment network to operate safely, efficiently and at scale by delivering engineering expertise and technical solutions that support our distribution centers. The organization is built on three core pillars: Campus Engineering, which supports day to day distribution operations and continuous improvement across our campuses; MHE and Automation Engineering, which designs and advances our automation and material handling roadmap; and Facilities, which ensures the reliability and maintenance of our distribution center infrastructure.

The Distribution Engineering Solutions team plays a critical role in connecting these pillars-driving integration, alignment and scalable solution delivery across the network through strong program discipline, data driven decision making and cross-functional engineering collaboration.

core responsibilities

• Lead the development of complex, cross-functional engineering solutions that connect MHE & Automation, Campus Engineering, Construction and Facilities initiatives into cohesive, scalable outcomes, supporting delivery teams in execution.
• Translate business and operational challenges into structured, data-driven engineering solutions, including business cases and financial/operational models.
• Provide structured support across the end-to-end solution lifecycle-from problem definition and requirements gathering through design, vendor engagement, implementation support and post-deployment validation-enabling delivery teams through expertise, alignment and technical guidance.
• Reinforce PMO rigor across engineering initiatives, supporting consistent application of scope definition, milestone planning, risk management and stakeholder alignment.
• Partner with internal engineering teams and external vendors to evaluate and design material handling, automation and infrastructure solutions, supporting implementation through technical guidance and alignment.
• Develop standardized frameworks, tools and methodologies that improve how Distribution Engineering evaluates, prioritizes and delivers solutions.
• Act as a key integrator across engineering functions, ensuring alignment of technical decisions with long-term network strategy while identifying opportunities to improve engineering processes and tools.
• Build and maintain models and analytical tools that provide visibility into cost, capacity, throughput and operational performance.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and working sessions to align stakeholders on problem definition, solution design and execution plans.

qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline required; Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation or equivalent certification required.
• 7-10+ years of relevant experience in supply chain engineering, industrial engineering, automation, or technical solution delivery within complex distribution or manufacturing environments, with proven ability to independently lead large, cross-functional initiatives in ambiguous environments.
• Strong understanding of material handling systems, automation technologies, and distribution center operations, including familiarity with warehouse systems (WMS, WES, WCS) and their interaction with physical workflows.
• Experience developing business cases and applying structured, data-driven problem solving to inform engineering and business decisions, including financial modeling (CapEx/OpEx), ROI analysis and scenario evaluation.
• Experience partnering with vendors, integrators and external partners to evaluate and deliver technical solutions.
• Familiarity with data and database tools (e.g., SQL), analytics and visualization platforms such as Power BI, and exposure to programming languages (e.g., Python) is considered an asset.
• Strong proficiency with engineering and business tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) to support analysis, modeling and communication of solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights, alongside a demonstrated ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across teams while maintaining discretion with sensitive information.
• Strong organizational and execution skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.

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 the United States is required for this role.

Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa at this time for this role.

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$112,000 - $147,000annually; 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 collaboration and/or office-based work is necessary or important for the role. Work is mainly performed onsite, 4-5 days per week depending on role requirements.