Lululemon

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 Asset Protection Operations Specialist is a key member of the Asset Protection Operations team, responsible for managing end-to-end billing and budgeting operations for the North American Asset Protection department. This role ensures accurate, timely processing of external invoices, drives cost management initiatives, and partners with external vendors to support the department’s financial operations.

core responsibilities

Budget Ownership & Financial Planning

• Key partner in Asset Protections annual budget process, including building the budget from the ground up, partnering with Finance on the MBR cycle
• Manage ongoing budgetary requests, exceptions, and changes throughout the fiscal year, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and alignment with department priorities
• Monitor department spend against budgets, flag variances, and provide regular reporting and analysis to Asset Protection leadership and Finance
• Partner to track budgets, accruals, and forecasts; proactively surface risks and additional spend to budget
• Design and deliver budget management training for the field team, equipping field managers and leads with the tools and knowledge to manage their guard and travel budgets effectively
• Own the development, maintenance, and communication of guidelines and billing management policies, including periodic updates and department-wide rollout of changes to Billing Operations
• Review, process, and approve external vendor invoices in accordance with the companies outside counsel guidelines and billing protocols
• Manage the eBilling platform for team billing organization, and serve as the primary point of contact for outside counsel billing inquiries and disputes
• Identify billing discrepancies, rate deviations, and non-compliant charges and drive resolution
• Develop and maintain billing procedures, process documentation, and internal controls
• Support Asset Protection Operations initiatives including vendor management, outside rate negotiations, and technology improvements
• Collaborate with Finance and Accounts Payable to ensure accurate financial reporting and timely payment processing

qualifications

• 3+ years of billing experience
• Proven experience owning or contributing to an annual budget process and AOP planning cycle
• Experience with eBilling platforms (e.g. Coupa, TeamConnect, BrightFlag, Legal Tracker, or similar)
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools (e.g. PowerBI, Tableau)
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally with Finance

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 Canada is required for this role.

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 $71,400- $93,800 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, 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

Hybrid 

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.