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

Attract, Engage, Capture – Japan Community Manager is responsible for leading the team that pioneers brand advocacy in new markets and strengthens brand resonance in existing markets by driving brand awareness and building relationships. Reporting to Head of Brand Japan and dotted-line to Director Brand and Community APAC, Community Manager is a people and industry leader whom defines, creates and executes an integrated national community strategy through an innovative mix of traditional marketing and grassroots community building. This leader is accountable for understanding how lululemon creates authentic and scalable connection points and amplifies key brand moments across Japan.

A day in the life Community Manager is responsible for pioneering future community growth building concepts and overarching strategy in collaboration with business stakeholders. Key objective in driving new/existing market growth and expansions.Partnering with Head of Brand Japan and Director of Community APAC, create the annual operating plan (AOP) to elevate Japan community to next level to create the impact , ensuring it ladders up into the strategic priorities of the local and global business.A day to day partner to Head of Brand Japan and store teams ensuring an aligned 18month Brand and Community calendar is reflective of what is happening in Japan and is specifically crafted to support the business objectives of the retail stores.Oversee Japan Community strategy, development, and execution of the Ambassador/Collective pipeline, Retail Community and Product Seeding, NSO’s, Here to Be Program, and experiences. Always standing on strategies and KPI’s, make sure that the all plans are focused on guest acquisition, guest retention, traffic driving overall business growth.Leading and developing the store community teams to create community pipeline.Track and measure impact of local tactics and reactive actions (including storytelling, partnerships, guest sentiment, awareness/buzz and traffic) to articulate the results of our local community work.

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business-related field and 5+ years' experience in the marketing fieldYou make connections with your community easily and effortlessly and thrive on building relationshipsStrong pipeline to create impact to elevate this market to next levelStrategic thinker who has delivered results through executionGreat presenter to enroll all the stakeholders to create best decisionMotivation creator to drive the teams to work together for bigger impactProven ability to negotiate, influence and collaborate with other key decision makers in a complex matrix environmentConsumer experience with a youthful, cutting edge, influential brandProven experience developing and driving digital initiatives from inception to executionExcellent managerial skills, with a reputation for being flexible, energetic, hardworking, inspirational, enthusiastic

Must haves: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. 
Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks) 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 focus 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, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.  
Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice. 
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