Community Program Manager

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.
about this team
The NA (North America) Community team drives the strategy and execution for how lululemon connects and engages with new and existing guests, driving brand awareness and consideration, and delivering upon its purpose to help people feel their best. This team supports the North America retail portfolio in pursuit of store community excellence and creates community engagement experiences across select markets.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, NYC Community the Community Program Manager, NYC manages the strategy and oversees the execution of various run programs and activations across New York City. The Community Program Manager also supports various brand and community campaigns, programs, and activations to accelerate market growth, and drive brand awareness and consideration in NYC. This role serves as the voice of lululemon in the NYC run community, in all conversations and decisions impacting the city and our guests.
a day in the life: what you’ll do

• Manage the strategy, program execution, and quarterly recapping of local run programs
• Contribute to overall success of the NA Community team by delivering excellence in strategy, operations, and relationship management for the market’s priority programs.
• Responsible for the success of the local community strategy designed by the Senior Manager.
• Deliver lululemon Brand imperatives and enrollment communications to external program partners, lululemon Ambassadors, and internal stakeholders
• Manage annual run program budget
• Partner with NA Events, Retail Ops, and stores to ensure seamless collaboration between Community and Retail
• Partner with NA Brand and Product teams to deliver run program apparel to external partners

qualifications

• Experience leading large scale run program and events
• Experience managing brand partnerships supporting run programming
• Clear understanding of the NYC run landscape and passion for building the NYC run community
• Proven experience in relationship management
• Demonstrated or passionate commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity principles
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal)

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Additional Notes
Authorization to work in USA is required for this role. NYC residence required.
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 $103,500 - 135,900 USD 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, 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 Workplace Policy: Field/Community-based work is necessary or important within a designated area, with relevant travel required.
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Health insurance, Dental insurance, Paid time off, Employee discount, Retirement plan