Designer - Soft Accessories | Contract until December 2027

Lululemon Athletica Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Parenthood top-up

Development course offerings

Job summary

lululemon Athletica Inc. is seeking a Designer for Soft Accessories on a contract basis through December 2027.

This role focuses on creative design and development across soft accessories and headwear, translating brand identity into functional product and working closely with multiple design teams. You will own assigned products from research through final execution, collaborating with Development, Technical Design, Materials and Sourcing to resolve construction challenges while maintaining

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional design experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing accessories or multi-category design.
• Deep expertise in materials, trims, construction, and product development across cut-and-sew and knit applications.
• Skilled in hand sketching, CAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Design across soft accessories and hard hair, creating refined, functional product that supports a modern, head-to-toe wardrobe.
• Take ownership of assigned products through the seasonal design process, from research and concept development through sketch, prototype, fit, and final execution.
• Research relevant global cultural, aesthetic, sport, and lifestyle trends, translating insights thoughtfully through the lens of lululemon’s brand and guest.
• Design across multiple product types and methods of make, with particular focus on cut-and-sew construction and specialist applications including gloves, caps and headwear, moulded components, and hard hair.
• Create clear black-and-white sketches, CADs, mock-ups, and technical packages that communicate design intent, construction, materials, trims, functionality, and finish.
• Select fabrics, trims, and raw materials, exploring new materials and construction techniques to create purposeful, innovative product.
• Partner closely with Development, Technical Design, Materials, Sourcing and other cross-functional teams to resolve construction and execution challenges while maintaining design intent, quality, functionality, and commercial viability.
• Participate actively in fittings, prototype reviews and product reviews, identifying opportunities for improvement and making recommendations to achieve design intent.
• Apply colour and graphics to the assortment in alignment with seasonal creative direction, considering product function, feasibility, and commercial relevance.
• Present design work clearly and confidently to Design leadership and cross-functional partners, communicating the rationale and intent behind design decisions.
• Manage multiple products and seasonal deliverables with strong organization and attention to detail, responding effectively to feedback and changing priorities.
• Collaborate across the Accessories Design team and broader Women’s and Men’s Design teams, contributing to a cohesive design point of view across categories.
• Support more junior members of the design team through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and day-to-day guidance.

Skills

Design experience

CAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Global development calendars

Tools

CAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time

Description & Requirements

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 the role

This is a contract position anticipated to conclude in December 2027. The Designer - Soft Accessories is responsible for the creative design and development of total soft accessories across the mainline collection, creating considered, functional and commercially relevant product across a diverse range of product types.

Working within lululemon’s design ethos, you will translate creative direction and brand identity into innovative and functional product. You will bring strong knowledge of cut-and-sew construction and specialist accessory applications, with experience across areas such as gloves, caps and headwear, moulded product, and hard hair.

You will collaborate closely with design partners within the Accessories Design team, as well as Women’s and Men’s Design, to contribute to cohesive head-to-toe outfitting. Reporting to the Design Manager, you will take ownership of assigned product and design work from initial research and concept through design development, fittings, prototyping, and final execution.

This role is well-suited to a multifaceted, highly organized designer who balances creative thinking with technical problem solving, bringing curiosity, collaboration, and attention to detail across multiple products and priorities.

As a collaborative member of the team, you will also support more junior designers through knowledge sharing and day-to-day guidance, contributing to a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

about the team

The Soft Accessories Design team creates product that supports a modern, versatile wardrobe, balancing activity-specific solutions with foundational pieces designed for everyday wear. With a focus on elevated design thinking, technical innovation, and refined craftsmanship, the work is grounded in movement and function. Working in close partnership with Development, Technical Design, Materials, Sourcing, and Merchandising, the team translates creative intent into highly considered, performance-led product. This highly collaborative process connects concept to construction, ensuring each piece reflects lululemon’s design DNA while advancing the aesthetic through innovative materials, precision fit, and purposeful detailing.

Designing within this space requires strong knowledge across multiple product types, confidence in both knit and cut-and-sew construction, and a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented mindset. The work balances creativity with technical precision, ensuring product performs as intended while meeting the highest standards of quality, function, and design integrity.

how we work

Working in close partnership with Development, Technical Design, Materials, Sourcing, and Merchandising, the team translates creative intent into highly considered, performance-led product. This highly collaborative process connects concept to construction, ensuring each piece reflects lululemon’s design DNA while advancing the aesthetic through innovative materials, precision fit, and purposeful detailing.

Designing within this space requires strong knowledge across multiple product types, confidence in both cut-and-sew construction and knit construction, and a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented mindset. The work balances creativity with technical precision, ensuring product performs as intended while meeting the highest standards of quality, function, and design integrity.

what you’ll do

• Design across soft accessories and hard hair, creating refined, functional product that supports a modern, head-to-toe wardrobe.
• Take ownership of assigned products through the seasonal design process, from research and concept development through sketch, prototype, fit, and final execution.
• Research relevant global cultural, aesthetic, sport, and lifestyle trends, translating insights thoughtfully through the lens of lululemon’s brand and guest.
• Design across multiple product types and methods of make, with particular focus on cut-and-sew construction and specialist applications including gloves, caps and headwear, moulded components, and hard hair.
• Create clear black-and-white sketches, CADs, mock-ups, and technical packages that communicate design intent, construction, materials, trims, functionality, and finish.
• Select fabrics, trims, and raw materials, exploring new materials and construction techniques to create purposeful, innovative product.
• Partner closely with Development, Technical Design, Materials, Sourcing and other cross-functional teams to resolve construction and execution challenges while maintaining design intent, quality, functionality, and commercial viability.
• Participate actively in fittings, prototype reviews and product reviews, identifying opportunities for improvement and making recommendations to achieve design intent.
• Apply colour and graphics to the assortment in alignment with seasonal creative direction, considering product function, feasibility, and commercial relevance.
• Present design work clearly and confidently to Design leadership and cross-functional partners, communicating the rationale and intent behind design decisions.
• Manage multiple products and seasonal deliverables with strong organization and attention to detail, responding effectively to feedback and changing priorities.
• Collaborate across the Accessories Design team and broader Women’s and Men’s Design teams, contributing to a cohesive design point of view across categories.
• Support more junior members of the design team through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and day-to-day guidance.

qualifications

• 5+ years of professional design experience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing accessories or multi-category design experience, demonstrating a balance of performance-driven product and elevated, versatile design.
• Deep expertise in materials, trims, construction, and product development across both cut-and-sew and knit applications.
• Skilled in hand sketching, CAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience working with global development calendars and overseas manufacturing partners.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting design work.
• A thoughtful approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both design and team culture.

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.

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 $104,600 - $137,300 CAD 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 equity offerings, 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
• 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

In-person collaboration and/or office-based work is necessary or important for the role. Work is mainly performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.

The use of AI tools, including but not limited to ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek, or any other AI-assisted software, is strictly prohibited during the interview process. This includes, AI-generated responses, content creation, or any form of automated assistance in live interviews, case studies, technical assessments, or written submissions. At lululemon, we are committed to privacy, integrity, transparency, and ethical hiring practices. Our commitment to responsible AI ensures that proprietary information is protected and that all hiring decisions are based on an individual’s own skills, judgment, and expertise without AI assistance. Any use of AI during the interview process will result in immediate disqualification. lululemon reserves the right to use AI detection tools to verify the authenticity of candidate responses.