Director, Global Inbound Planning & Category Management

Lululemon

United States Of America, United States
Base: $155,400 - $203,900 annually; bonus/equity: ...
Hybrid (minimum 4 days onsite)
Global inbound logistics strategy
Freight contract negotiation and management
Inbound logistics financial decision making
Lululemon is seeking a Director of Global Inbound Planning & Category Management to lead logistics planning and category management efforts. The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and financial oversight in inbound logistics, requiring extensive experience in logistics and analytics

Job Summary

  • This role leads inbound logistics planning and category management by driving collaboration across MP&A, Inbound operations, DCs, and logistics partners to ensure accurate forecasting, analytics, and on-time KPI performance reporting.
  • It is a vital role that drives Inbound Category Management strategy to meet or exceed budget objectives, Optimizes freight spend and financial controls through strategic RFPs, cost accounting systems, accrual management, and robust freight audit and pay processes.
  • 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.

Matching Summary

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Lululemon is seeking a Director of Global Inbound Planning & Category Management to lead logistics planning and category management efforts. The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and financial oversight in inbound logistics, requiring extensive experience in logistics and analytics.

Salary

Base: $155,400 - $203,900 annually; Bonus/Equity: eligible for annual bonus program and equity offerings; Benefits: 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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Global inbound logistics strategy
  • Freight contract negotiation and management
  • Inbound logistics financial decision making
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Global inbound planning and forecasting

Nice-to-have

  • Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
  • Honest and kind communication
  • Courageous leadership
  • Fostering connection and trust
  • Integrating fun and joy

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of work experience
  • Bachelors or Masters degree
  • Proven People leader skills
  • Financial acumen
  • Strong industry connections
  • Verified experience negotiating global logistics MSA’s
  • Proficiency in analytics tools (e.g. Excel, Power BI)

Work Rights

Authorization to work in the USA is required

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