Regional Merchandise Planner | Contract Until April 2027

Regional Merchandise Planner | Contract Until April 2027 Join to apply for the Regional Merchandise Planner | Contract Until April 2027 role at lululemon Who we are lululemon is a yoga‑inspired technical apparel company that strives to achieve big things. The practice and philosophy of yoga inform our purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice. We are a growing global company with locations worldwide, from Vancouver to Shanghai and many places in between. We owe our success to our innovative products, our focus on the store experience, our commitment to people, and the deep connections we build in every community we serve. About This Team Reporting directly to the Regional Merchandise Planning Manager, this position is responsible for category sales targets, markdowns, gross margin, inventory turn, and open‑buy management for both pre‑season plans and in‑season management. Teamwork and clear communication are essential. You are an essential part of the cross‑functional team collaborating with merchandising, allocations, and sourcing, and you balance razor‑sharp attention to detail with the ability to think in the big picture. A Day In The Life Develop, communicate, and execute financial plans and strategies that support merchandising, marketing, and financial objectives of the brand. Develop assortment plans to the style‑color level by channel. Develop sales projections and inventory flow for key items. Drive financial results that maximize sales, inventory, and bottom‑line profitability. Prepare and participate in Merchandise Review meetings. Reconcile tops‑down category financial plans to bottoms‑up style‑color level plans. Support the financial success of the brand by meeting sales, comp, gross margin, maintained margin, and inventory turn goals. Recommend seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales, profitability, and customer expectations. Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities to the business and recommend strategies to achieve financial goals; conduct hindsight analysis to incorporate learnings into current and future plans. Provide support to Merchandising to manage product assortment throughout the season (inventory, MDs, etc.). Exhibit initiative to look beyond day‑to‑day business for opportunities to maximize sales potential. Partner and communicate with Merchandising, Allocation, and Sourcing. Provide other analysis related to driving business goals (e.g., hindsight insights). Qualifications College certificate or university degree required. 3‑5 years of merchandise planning experience in the apparel industry for a vertical retailer. Previous experience with merchandise and planning systems. Expert knowledge of Excel required. Excellent team player with the ability to work independently. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Extremely organized, thorough, and able to prioritize. Detail oriented. Strong ability to translate merchandise vision into viable plans. Results‑oriented with a strong sense of motivation. Self‑directed problem solver, proactive, and resourceful. Responsible, dependable, and mature, with sound judgment. Capable of effective multiple demand management from a variety of sources and adapts well to change. Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback. Must Haves Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results. Communicates with honesty and kindness, creating space for others to do the same. Leads with courage, knowing the possible greatness is bigger than fear of failure. Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships. Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, without taking themselves 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 team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is $96,800 – $127,100 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 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. Lululemon 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. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Marketing and Sales Industries Retail #J-18808-Ljbffr