Product Developer

Lululemon Athletica; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative performance apparel company is seeking a Product Developer to drive the commercialization of best-in-class products. In this role, you will collaborate with creative and strategic partners to balance function, time, cost, and quality while delivering exceptional product fit for production. You will manage the entire product lifecycle, from concept to production readiness, ensuring the highest standards of quality and functionality. Join a dynamic team that values creativity, collaboration, and personal growth, and be part of a company that is committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Parenthood top-up

Development course offerings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Product Development or Management.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Design Suite.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end product life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Drive commercialization of innovative products in partnership with teams.
• Maintain data integrity in Flex PLM and manage style BOM.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product development.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop)

Flex PLM

Gerber Pattern Making

3D software (CLO, Browzwear)

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 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 partnership with 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.

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

qualifications

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

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. Thetypical hiring range for this positionis from$96,800-127,100annually; 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, 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 connection are important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. 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.

lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us [e-mail] . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.