Job Description
Senior Retail Director Location Los Angeles, CA :
- Open to candidates in these hub cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, Seattle
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. Our Culture lululemon is a community of individuals as distinct as the products that we create. Together, we are focused on wellbeing, fun, and being in connection with others as we seek personal and professional growth, bringing our unique culture to the world. We are a team of committed people who care deeply for each other, believe anything is possible, and relentlessly pursue our growth together. Job Summary The Senior Retail Director role is responsible for overseeing all retail operations of a geographic area (e.g., region, country) and consulting cross-functionally to shape and own a pillar of the retail business. Senior Retail Directors are responsible for coaching and developing people, including Regional Managers and newer peer leaders. They are leveraged to represent the Vice President and lululemon, as needed. They drive implementation of business strategy, processes, and initiatives to ensure a consistent level of performance in lululemon stores. In addition, Senior Retail Directors leverage key metric insights to monitor progress toward financial and business objectives and create and execute a real estate growth strategy. Core Responsibilities of the Job 1. Manage and grow a dispersed, diverse team of retail leaders through hiring, regular check-ins, holding people accountable to goals and targets, and cooperatively defining development opportunities and career paths. 2. Consult with senior leaders and cross-functional Store Support Center (SSC) partners on department-level operational priorities and strategy for a pillar of the retail business. 3. Shape and influence strategy and initiatives to drive growth for a pillar of the retail business. 4. Create, drive, and execute market growth strategy, including through periodic review and planning processes. 5. Drive consistency in performance across lululemon stores in market by developing and implementing business processes and procedures. 6. Ensure financial goals are met by monitoring key metrics to recognize shortfalls and growth opportunities and create or implement solutions. 7. Build retail leader capabilities and skillsets, including providing exposure to next role for high-performing retail leaders and providing newer peer leader support to grow through onboarding and initial time in role. 8. Represent the Vice President as delegated, host visitors and senior leaders, and represent lululemon in key high-profile events in market. Job Requirements Eligibility - Must be legally authorized to work in the country in which the store is located
- Must live-in or relocate to the market
Schedule/Availability - The expected work schedule can vary based on company needs
- Work may occur in the evenings, on weekends, or during holidays
Education - Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Experience - 4+ years in a leadership role for a group of stores and/or retail operations (multi-unit)
- 10 years retail store and store operation experience
Job Assets (i.e., nice to have; not required) - Education: MBA or equivalent post graduate degree in business, marketing, retail, or related field
- Experience: o Leading and building retail in growth
o Developing and leading other multi-unit leaders What We Look For - Inclusion & Diversity: Creates/supports an inclusive environment that values/celebrates differences
- Adaptability/Agility: Navigates uncertainty and ambiguity and can change priorities in a fast-paced
environment - Business Acumen: Is able to quickly understand and address business information (e.g., profit and loss
statements, budgets and sales forecasts, retail strategy and approaches) - Leadership: Is able and desires to lead and inspire others; motivates, empowers, develops, and directs
people as they work - Drive/Entrepreneurship: Takes initiative to ensure the success of the business and drives toward
accomplishing big goals; is innovative and owns results - Team Building: Creates and develops teams that maximize accomplishments; encourages unique
contributions and different perspectives - Strategic Thinking: Considers the lasting implications of decisions; sets a plan and makes decisions aligned
with company strategy, vision, and values - Change Management Leadership: Leads others through change processes and uncertainty
- Planning & Organizing: Plans and organizes work in a clear and efficient manner, aligned with priorities
- Interactive Communication: Conveys information effectively and understands information shared while
interacting with others Work Context (e.g., environment, interactions, physical) - Work is accomplished as part of a team, also independently, and using a computer or other technical devices
for extended periods - Work occurs at varying retail locations, requiring some travel
In keeping with our mission, please connect with us at accommodations@lululemon.com if you have questions about how your unique abilities may translate to the requirements for this role, with or without a reasonable accommodation. In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your question or request. 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 $195,200-$256,200 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 equity offerings, 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 This role is classified as Remote - Field Based under our SSC. Field/Community-based work is necessary or important within a designated area, with relevant travel required.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Permanent employment, Part time, Remote job, Relocation, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,