Raw Material Junior Developer & Colour & Print

lululemon; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative apparel company based in Vancouver seeks a Raw Material Junior Developer to facilitate the seasonal development of fabric ideas. The role involves technical development, keeping records, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet quality standards. Successful candidates will have a strong eye for color, relevant experience in product development, and knowledge of design tools. The compensation ranges from $66,000 to $86,600 CAD annually, with extensive benefits and a hybrid work arrangement.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in technical design or development.
• Knowledge of fabrics and print development process.
• Comprehension of end-to-end product lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development workflow from concept to seasonal readiness.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve development efficiency.
• Maintain data integrity in Flex PLM and other relevant systems.

Skills

Color perception

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Relationship building

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Photoshop

FlexPLM

Adobe Design Illustrator

Job description

Description & Requirements

who are we

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 Raw Material Junior Developer will support the commercialization of new ideas in Season/Pre Season in the world of print, garment dyed and colour developments to meet the determined technical quality standards and to deliver to the highest level of aesthetic and performance attributes to be sure quality and design/concept intent are achieved to Lululemon expectation. You will also properly input all the technical and design information in the system and keep record of the development status.

core responsibilities

• Facilitate the development workflow from the beginning of the process through the technical developments and to release the seasonal readiness
• Deliver the seasonal input of the developments, in the colouration world, based on the agreed GTM calendar gates
• Collaborate with the RM colouration team members to ensure full transparency and awareness of the technical development expectations and risk along multiple track seasonal deadlines and to achieve optimum development efficiency
• Build strong relationship with the cross functional partners in design, merch and product development providing clear delivery directions and seasonal readiness expectations
• Understand key business drivers and applies this knowledge to accomplish own work
• Own and complete additional special projects, duties and assignments as needed
• Maintain data integrity in Flex PLM and other relevant systems
• Create, update, and ensure accuracy of colour BoMs throughout the season

qualifications

• Based in Vancouver
• Superior rating off Munsell 100 colour test
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent professional experience; focused training in Technical Design, Pattern Making, Product Development or relevant experience preferred
• 2-3 years of relevant experience (preferably within Raw Materials, Print Design or Development, Technical Design or Technical Development or Product Development, Product Management, Sourcing departments) or other related field driven by the technical aspect of the product creation process
• We will consider candidates without a degree if the industry experience demonstrates a technical background
• Knowledge of fabrics, and print development process and timelines Comprehension of end-to-end product lifecycles, able to manage multiple calendars within tight deadlines with ability to communicate clearly and objectively
• Strong Knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word,) Photoshop as well as Smartsheet, SharePoint, FlexPLM Adobe Design Illustrator

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 teamperformance. The typical hiring range for this position is $66,000 - $86,600 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 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.