lululemon Inventory Control Lead

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.

Job Summary:
Play a key role of inventory safety and accuracy, create and improve fulfilment processes, operations and compliance controls, maintain data integrity, reporting and analysis for product coming in and out of our distribution center in Mexico.

Reporting to Senior Manager, Fulfillment Mexico, this position provides regional guidance, training and direction for inventory control, inventory process management, inventory audits, cycle counts and reporting metrics. Collaborate with function stakeholders to identify and initiate optimization of inventory capabilities and develop best inventory management practices.

• Core Accountabilities:
  Build, implement and monitor inventory management process to ensure inventory handling is compliant with lululemon policy
• Plan and supervise cycle count in our 3PL managed DCs and return centers, train, educate and best practice sharing among these DCs
• Work closely with finance for yearly stock take, analyze on inventory accuracy and reconciliation if necessary
• Drive safety, accuracy and efficiency of inventory movement among Mexico DC and Sales channels by obtaining LEAN concept alongside the chain
• Create and maintain dashboard to enhance data visibility
  Collaborate with internal counterparts for analysis of inventory accuracy, shrink, aging and stock transfers
• Implement inventory tools and system for tracking, analysis, auditing and reporting
• Coordinate and proactively communicate for sustainable handling of aging inventory
• Monitor and report adherence to established KPIs and external SOX controls
  
  

Academic/Educational Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of inventory control role in a fast paced, high-volume operation with a focus on seasonal activity in a direct-to-consumer environment, preferably within the apparel or fashion industry
• Solid operating knowledge of Mexico and North America distribution management, with proven experience in inventory control
• Attention to details and sensitive with numbers
• Team player who can successfully collaborate up and down the organization
• Results oriented with a focus on execution to meet business requirements
• Excellent PC Skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and reporting tools (Power BI)
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese
  
  Working Conditions:
  Office environment involving long periods using a computer and handling desk work. DC work is hands on, providing guidance and reporting on business compliance. Office is based within our (outsourced) Distribution Centre in Mexico. Limited travel to/from other DC's or SSC locations may be required.
  
  Our "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.