Regional Merchandise Planner

OverviewRegional Merchandise Planner. Lululemon is a yoga-inspired technical apparel company with a global presence. The practice and philosophy of yoga informs our purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice. We are a growing global company with locations around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between. We owe our success to our innovative product, our emphasis on our stores, our commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we are in.About This Team: Reporting directly to the Regional Merchandise Planning Manager, this position is responsible for category sales targets, markdowns, gross margin, turn and open to 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. You have razor sharp attention to detail but also able to think big picture.A Day In The LifeDevelop, communicate and execute financial plans and strategies that support the merchandising, marketing and financial objectives of the brandDevelop assortment plans to the style-colour level by channelDevelop sales projections and inventory flow for key itemsDrive financial results that maximize sales, inventory and bottom line profitabilityPrepare and participate in Merchandise Review meetingsReconcile tops down category financial plans to bottoms up style-colour level plansSupport the financial success of the brand by meeting sales, comp, gross margin, maintained margin and inventory turn goalsRecommend seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales, profitability and customer expectationsAnalyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities to business and recommend strategies to achieve financial goals; conduct hindsight analysis to incorporate learnings into current and future plansProvide support to Merchandising to actively manage product assortment throughout the season (inventory, MDs, etc.)Exhibit initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potentialPartner and communicate with Merchandising, Allocation and SourcingProvide other analysis related to driving business goals (e.g. hindsights, etc.)QualificationsCollege certificate or University degree is required3-5 years merchandise planning experience in the apparel industry for a vertical retailerPrevious experience with merchandise and planning systems.Expert knowledge of Excel is required.Excellent team player as well as the ability to work independently.Effective communication skills (written & verbal)Extremely organized, thorough and able to prioritizeDetail orientatedStrong ability to see the merchandise vision and translate the vision into viable plans.Results oriented - strong sense of motivationSelf directed problem solver, proactive and resourcefulResponsible, dependable and mature, with sound judgmentCapable of effective multiple demand management from a variety of sources and adapts well to change.Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback.Must HavesPossesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take themselves too seriously.Additional NotesImmigration support is potentially available for this role.Compensation And Benefits Packagelululemon’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 from $ 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 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 GrowthBenefits:Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plansPaid time offSavings and retirement plan matchingGenerous employee discountFitness & yoga classesParenthood top-upExtensive catalog of development course offeringsPeople networks, mentorship programs, and leadership seriesNote: 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 arrangementHybridIn-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week. #J-18808-Ljbffr