Senior Designer - Soft Accessories

lululemon; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 178,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Parenthood top-up

Development course offerings

People networks and mentorship

Job summary

lululemon is seeking a Senior Designer for Soft Accessories to lead design across men’s and women’s products, applying performance-thinking to elevated essentials. You’ll work with Accessories Design, Women’s and Men’s Design teams to create cohesive head-to-toe pieces, translating direction into precise sketches, CADs and technical packages while mentoring junior designers.

The role emphasizes knit knowledge, circular and sock knit techniques, collaboration with Development and Materials teams,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional design experience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing accessories or multi-category design experience.
• Deep expertise in materials, trims, construction, and product development across knit and cut-and-sew applications.
• Experience or education in knit design; understanding of knit construction, yarns, and manufacturing techniques is highly valued.
• Skilled in hand sketching, CAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience working with global development calendars and overseas manufacturing partners.
• Proven ability to mentor junior designers and collaborate across disciplines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A thoughtful approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in design and team culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of soft accessories categories, delivering refined product that integrates performance thinking into everyday use.
• Design across multiple product types balancing function, comfort, and contemporary style.
• Translate creative vision into sketches, CADs, and technical packages with clear construction details.
• Collaborate with Development, Technical Design, and Materials teams to ensure high-quality execution.
• Apply knowledge of performance-led and lifestyle materials, trims, and yarns to create purposeful products.
• Research and introduce innovative materials, trims, and construction techniques including circular and sock knit applications.
• Contribute to colour and graphic direction aligned with seasonal vision.
• Ensure designs reflect lululemon’s DNA, quality, and functional integrity.
• Mentor junior designers and foster technical confidence and collaboration.
• Stay informed on global design and cultural trends and apply insights thoughtfully.

Skills

Design experience

Portfolio

Materials & trims

Knit design experience

Hand sketching

Communication

Mentoring

Diversity & inclusion

Global calendars

Education

Knit design education

Tools

CAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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.

Requirements

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

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.

Core Responsibilities

The Senior Designer - Soft Accessories is responsible for the creative design and development of men’s and women’s soft accessories across the mainline collection. This is a newly created role, established to strengthen the total soft accessories category through considered design, rooted in movement, function, and technical integrity, while remaining relevant in a contemporary lifestyle context. Working within lululemon’s design ethos, you will translate creative direction and brand identity into innovative, functional, and commercially compelling product. You’ll bring a strong point of view to both the creative and technical aspects of design, with the ability to move fluidly across product types. You will collaborate with design partners within the Accessories Design team, as well as Women’s and Men’s Design, to create cohesive head-to-toe outfitting. Reporting to the Design Manager, you will contribute to a consistent and considered design point of view across the category. This role is well-suited to a multifaceted designer with a diverse background, someone who is equally comfortable thinking conceptually while also solving problems through material, construction, and detail. You are curious and open-minded, with an interest in exploring new methods of make, and a disciplined approach to execution. As a senior member of the team, you will also play a key role in supporting and mentoring more junior designers, sharing knowledge, building technical confidence, and contributing to a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Depth of experience within knitted product is highly valued, specifically an understanding of circular or sock knit construction.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design of soft accessories categories, creating refined product that integrates performance thinking into everyday use, delivering elevated essentials and versatile pieces that support a modern, head-to-toe wardrobe.
• Design across multiple product types, bringing a multifaceted approach to product creation that balances function, comfort, and contemporary style.
• Translate creative vision into precise sketches, CADs, and technical packages, clearly communicating construction, materials, trims, and functionality.
• Drive conversations around construction, materials, and finish, with particular depth in knit product, partnering closely with Development, Technical Design, and Materials teams to achieve high-quality execution.
• Apply strong knowledge of performance-led and lifestyle materials, trims, and raw materials, including knit structures and yarns, to deliver purposeful, well-considered product.
• Partner with Design leadership to research, develop, and introduce innovative materials, trims, and construction techniques, including circular and sock knit applications, that elevate the assortment.
• Contribute to colour and graphic direction informed by sport, culture, and modern lifestyles, aligned to seasonal vision.
• Ensure each product reflects lululemon’s design DNA, quality standards, and functional integrity, while challenging conventions where appropriate.
• Support and mentor junior designers, fostering technical confidence, curiosity, and collaboration.
• Stay informed on global design, accessories, activewear, and cultural trends, applying insight thoughtfully rather than trend chasing.
• Champion innovation across materials, construction methods, and responsible design practices.

Qualifications

• 8+ 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 knit and cut-and-sew applications.
• Experience or education in knit design, with an understanding of knit construction, yarns, and manufacturing techniques, is highly valued.
• Skilled in hand sketching, CAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience working with global development calendars and overseas manufacturing partners.
• Proven ability to mentor junior designers and collaborate effectively across disciplines.
• 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.

Additional Notes

Immigration support is potentially available 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 position is from $129,000 – $169,300 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, 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

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.