Manager, Health & Safety (Distribution Center)

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.

The Safety team plays a business-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, statutes, and ordinances. The DC Health and Safety Manager role will be based in the distribution center and report to the General Manager. The role will support the health and safety program in the distribution center and contribute to the overall success of Global Fulfillment. This role is a key partner with multiple stakeholders to ensure all employees work in a safe and healthy environment. 

• 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 and their results, including hiring, training, the annual review process, performance management, development and coaching, engagement, off-boarding, and rewards and recognition.
• Responsible for partnering with Health and Safety, Asset Protection, Facilities, and People and Culture on employee concerns within their department that require escalation.
• Responsible for leading weekly and monthly safety planning for their department.
• Responsible for ensuring their department has the proper supply levels at the right time.
• Responsible for effective communication flow to their direct reports and department.
• Responsible for effective collaboration and accountability to ensure safety inspections and audits are completed by all teams.
• Responsible for ensuring that all local/state safety compliance requirements are met.
• Responsible for large-scope strategic initiatives and projects within their respective department.
• Approves termination decision of hourly employees and takes appropriate partnership with People and Culture.
• Supports with driving health and safety and labor compliance of the building and ensuring compliance within their department.
• Supports with driving results of overall employee engagement of the building and ensuring engagement is high within their department.
• Provides insight and support to site Leader with AOP (Annual Operation Planning) planning for department.
• Responsible for verifying and approving timekeeping for hourly direct reports and contractors including attendance tracking.
• Supports with delivering on DC budget targets for their department.
• Champions and leads through lululemon’s IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Action) initiatives and values.

• 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.

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