Rocky Cearley

About Rocky Cearley

Specialties- Database Programming and Maintenance- Oracle / Microsoft SQL- Warehouse Management- Labor Management - Strategic Planning- Network/Supply Chain Planning- Cost Analysis- Process Improvement- Work Measurement

Experience

1. Vice President, Global Distribution

   lululemon

   Jul 2025 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Lead and oversee all aspects of North America (NAM) Distribution operations, driving performance, growth, and fulfillment excellence. Partner with global and regional teams to optimize product flow, set performance targets, and enhance service while reducing costs. Responsible for budgeting, labor planning, and P&L oversight. Manage 3PL relationships and ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives across Fulfillment, Retail, eCommerce, and Alternative Channels.Provide functional oversight for Australian distribution centers, supporting performance, process alignment, and WMS integration. Collaborate with regional experts to drive operational improvements and manage financial reporting.Develop and implement the North American distribution strategy aligned with global goals. Translate strategy into a multi-year roadmap, including automation, layout design, capacity planning, and peak season readiness. Oversee initiative portfolios to ensure delivery of expected outcomes.Establish strong management routines and cross-functional partnerships. Build a robust metrics portfolio and executive dashboards. Lead a regional continuous improvement program and support retail backroom operations. Define packaging requirements in collaboration with Brand and Channel teams.Inspire and grow a high-performing team through leadership, development, and accountability—achieving excellence while having fun.

Education

• California State University - East Bay

  MBA, Engineering, Supply Chain Solutions

  2000 — 2007

Skills

• Operations Management
• Operational Excellence
• Procurement
• Leadership
• Supply Chain Management
• Freight
• Retail
• Wms Implementations
• Lean Manufacturing
• Distribution Center Operations
• Budgets
• Six Sigma
• Industrial Engineering
• Erp
• P&L
• Production Planning
• Transportation
• Product Development
• Analysis
• Warehouse Management
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Sap
• Change Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Project Planning
• Supply Chain
• Manufacturing
• Warehousing
• Inventory Management
• Inventory Control
• Business Process Improvement
• Contract Negotiation
• Purchasing
• Process Improvement
• Process Engineering
• Logistics Management
• Kaizen
• Vendor Management
• Transportation Management