Product Developer, Men's & Women's Seamless

Description & Requirements
 Who we are
lululemon is a yoga-inspired technical apparel and accessories company up to big things. The practice and philosophy of yoga informs our overall purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice. We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between. We owe our success to our innovative product, our emphasis on our stores, our commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we get to make in every community we are in.
About This Team
From concept through to pre-production stage, Product Development is the front-line regarding communication with the finished goods vendor base, launching sketches, requesting sampling, fitting product, and keeping an accurate data library of the life cycle of a product. Product Development is a truly cross functional working group that pivot to partners such as Design, Concept, Global Fit, Technical Development, Quality, Merchandising, Finished Goods Sourcing, Raw Materials, and Go To Market operations to deliver a commercially ready product to our buying teams. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross functional relationships. This is a team of high performers who are constantly striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space. This team knows how to bring fun into their everyday, prioritizing team connection and enjoying creative sessions together.
A day in the life
The Product Developer is responsible to drive the commercialization of best-in-class product in partnershipwith creative and strategic counterparts, balancing function, time, cost and quality while delivering design intent. Reference product road maps, industry standards and leverage project management expertise to deliver premium, functional, and innovative product fit for production.

• Maintain data integrity in Flex PLM and other relevant systems
• Drive and influence cross-functional partners for issue resolution
• Organize daily workflow that adheres to GTM deliverables & development timelines
• Partners with cross-functional peers to optimize product through guest insights
• Complete and manage style BOM initiation
• Collaborate with internal and external resources (Labs, vendor co-creation) to solve innovation opportunities
• Set up and oversee the style or group of styles, with varied complexity, from concept through to production readiness
• Track and conduct risk assessments and identify High Attention Styles (HAS) based on vendor, style & material
• Gain support and enrolment of the intended audience, peers, and stakeholders through both verbal and visual communication and education
• Present and advice on style development status at key product meetings
• Educates and encourages business-oriented perspective focused on big picture priorities
• Understands the positions of others and builds commitment to the recommended course of action

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Flex PLM or similar PLM software
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent professional experience; focused training in Technical Design, Product Management, Product Development or relevant experience preferred
• 5+ years minimum industry experience (preferably within the Product Development, Product Management or Sourcing departments)
• Proficiency in MS office (Excel/Word/Outlook), Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop)

Must haves

• Curiosity for change & learning, capable of managing ambiguity
• Strong applied comprehension of end-to-end product life cycle
• Excellent time management, organizational & problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail, initiative, organization, strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift 10kg as needed
• Self-motivated, strong sense of urgency, collaborative mindset
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast paced, cross functional team environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Familiarity or proficiency with Gerber Pattern Making and/or 3D software (CLO, Browzwear) is an asset

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. In addition to our competitive Total Rewards offering, we also have personal and professional development offerings. Our offerings recognize our teams for their performance and support whole person development, including support for employees on how to grow their career:  

• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Parenthood top-up
• Generous employee discount
• Paid time off

Note: Availability of the incentive programs, 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 incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Immigration support is potentially available for this role.