Senior Product Developer

lululemon; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 119,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading performance apparel company seeks a Senior Product Developer in Vancouver. The role focuses on driving product fit quality, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging technical expertise. Candidates should have a related degree and experience in technical design, with proficiency in design tools essential for success.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Generous employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years minimum industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in required software tools.
• Driven by the technical aspect of product creation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for fit from concept to production readiness.
• Organize workflow adhering to timelines.
• Communicate fit comments to vendors effectively.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Tools

Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Flex PLM

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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. We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between.

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. We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between.

About This Team

Imagine Design is the Architect of a product, and Product Development is the Engineer. 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, Fit, 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, prioritising team connection and enjoying creative sessions together.

A Day In The Life

The Technical Developer is responsible to drive the fit and technical acumen 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 pattern and technical expertise to deliver premium, functional, and innovative product fit for production.

• Responsible for the fit, execution of mid to high complexity styles from concept through to production readiness
• Organize daily work-flow that adheres to GTM deliverables & development timelines
• Measure and analyze garments to determine compliance of measurements, workmanship, construction direction, and maintain fit intent
• Lead fittings and articulate fit or prototype changes and rational to cross-functional partners utilizing visual or verbal communication and or tools
• Efficiently communicate fit comments inclusive of updated style measurements, construction details inline with fit comment SOP to vendors and or in house team
• Create and initiate all subsequent systematic sample requests as required inclusive of measurements templates
• Understand points of measurements library and associated grade rules and recognize when to apply and amend as required
• Partner with Product Development to understand risk assessment of styles and create execution plan
• Utilize lab test and wear test reports and analysis to adjust execution to mitigate risk of failure
• Maintain style data integrity and accuracy in Flex PLM and other relevant systems
• Enter and updated as required any technical trims in BoM ensuring accuracy before approval (interlining, mobilon) and communicate with Product Development partner
• Advance technical knowledge through mentorship and training from Technical Development partners, Pattern Engineers, vendors and in house sample room
• Support in the creation and maintenance of fit and construction standards and protocols
• Drive fit excellence education with cross-functional peers in category
• Mentor Assistants and Juniors as guided by Senior TD & Manager
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent professional experience; focused training in Technical Design, Pattern Making, Product Development or relevant experience preferred
• 5 - 8 years minimum industry experience (preferably within the Technical Design and/or Technical Development departments)
• Proficiency in MS office (Excel/Word/Outlook), Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop)
• Proficiency with Flex PLM or similar PLM software
  
  

Must Haves

• Driven by the technical aspect of the product creation process
• Attention to detail, initiative, organization, strong verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks & competing priorities
• Working knowledge of fabric, construction, draping, graphic & dye techniques
• Proficient at technical communication with vendors via pattern diagrams & fit photos
• Substantial knowledge of Grading
• Strong applied comprehension of end to end product life cycle
• 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
• Working knowledge of Gerber Pattern Making and/or 3D software (CLO, Browzwear) is an asset
• Able to conduct fit sessions independently and lead other products as needed
• Ability to lift 10kg as needed
  
  

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 position is from$119,200 – 156,500annually; 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

In-person collaboration and office-based work is necessary and important for the role. Work is performed onsite, 5 days per week depending on role requirements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  Retail

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