Manager, Health & Safety (Distribution Center)

Manager, Health & Safety (Distribution Center)

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time

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 focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future, including an equitable, inclusive, and growth-focused environment for our people.

About this team

The Safety team plays a critical role in ensuring that our DC employees remain safe while at work. They are responsible for maintaining, developing, and implementing safety standards that follow local regulations. The DC Health and Safety Manager role will be based in the distribution center and report to the General Manager. This role is a key partner with multiple stakeholders to ensure all employees work in a safe and healthy environment.

A day in the life:

• Directs and oversees the safety department within the DC.
• Partners with General Manager on site-specific items for implementing strategic plans that support continuous improvements for safety.
• Responsible for all aspects of talent management for their salaried and hourly direct reports, including hiring, training, performance management, development, and coaching.
• Partners with Health and Safety, Asset Protection, Facilities, and People and Culture on employee concerns.
• Leads weekly and monthly safety planning for their department.
• Ensures proper supply levels at the right time.
• Maintains effective communication flow to their direct reports and department.
• Ensures safety inspections and audits are completed by all teams.
• Ensures compliance with local/state safety requirements.
• Responsible for large-scope strategic initiatives within their department.
• Approves termination decisions of hourly employees.
• Drives health and safety and labor compliance within the building.
• Supports high employee engagement within their department.
• Provides insight and support to site Leader with AOP (Annual Operation Planning) planning.
• Verifies and approves timekeeping for hourly direct reports and contractors.
• Delivers on DC budget targets for their department.
• Champions lululemon's IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Action) initiatives.

• 5+ years of safety leadership experience in a Distribution Center or similar environment.
• 3 years of direct people management experience with hourly employees.
• Occupational health and safety degree, diploma, or certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to influence all areas of an organization.
• Ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proven experience leading and implementing process improvements.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple high-priority tasks.
• Ability to travel 1-3 times per year domestically and internationally.
• Ability to lift up to 25kgs.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and overtime as required.

• 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, creating space for others.
• 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.

At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person – body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focuses on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, and personal and professional development programs.

Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by law.