Manager, Raw Materials

7 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Lululemon Full time

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
Raw Materials are at the core of lululemon’s success. From luon to nulu the Raw Materials Development team is tasked with delivering the next ground breaking fabric franchise as well as keeping our stores fresh with seasonal drops. Being a cross functional dynamo, you will lead a team of fabric developers through the raw material development process, ensuring that quality, costing and beauty are considered at every turn. While developing industry leading fabrics you will also develop lululemon’s future talent.

a day in the life
- Develop and commercialize fabrics that meet the technical & quality standards across the POD and business that are appropriate to deliver the highest level of guest satisfaction in accordance with lululemon strategy and business goals.
- Lead and manage the team of RM Developers for the POD to ensure they deliver seasonal innovative, performance fabrics on time and at great value that covers both technical & fabric sourcing supplier strategies.
- Drive self development and provide coaching to the POD to ensure that fabric technical skills are developed and optimized to provide better understanding of the fabrics used.
- Provide input regarding the development of the Raw Material Team and identify training needs and opportunities for personal / team development.
- Maintain current knowledge on vendors and industry developments to deliver fabric technical innovation opportunities to set Lululemon apart from its competitors
- Provide expertise for the designers and garment technical teams on fabric construction, innovation and on the technical capability of vendors to deliver the products required.
- Ensure understanding and compliance with company and departmental policies/procedures and internal controls

qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Fashion, Business Administration or related field
- 8+ years têxtile experience with at least 5 years in a cross-functional apparel industry raw materials role, preferably in a sport performance company
- 3+ years experience in leading a highly successful team through personal and professional development
- Strong knowledge of technical fabrics including limitations, risk assessment skills
- Excellent communication skills - verbal and written

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.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. In addition to our competitive Total Rewards offering, we also have personal and professional development offerings. Our offerings recognize our teams for their performance and support whole person development, including support for employees on how to grow their career:

- 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)

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