Senior Raw Materials Developer

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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.

a day in the life; what you'll do
The Raw Materials Colourization Senior Developer is a subject matter expert who drives seasonal colour developments cross functionally and sees them through to completion and required quality standard. Working on the Outerwear product category business for seasonal Colour & Print developments, you own the communication, updates and alignment across the Supply chain, the product team, and LLO.

• This role will be focused on Outerwear to support the commercialization of Colour & Print on a fast track calendar.
• Ensuring lab dips & print strike offs meet the determined technical quality standards and to deliver them to the highest level of aesthetic and performance attributes
• Enhancing the technical capability of vendors to deliver the colour & Print seasonal business needs
• Ensuring colourfast quality is achieved to meet the business requirement and Design, & Merchandising business vision.
• Partnering closely with RM Vendors and the Sub-contractors, through daily up dates and conference calls when required
• To manage the lab dip process end to end, creating consistency with colour developments across substrates.
• Achieving buy ready target approval for outerwear developments ensuring early buy success, driving forward colour commercialization to the required timelines and gates.
• Managing risk and mitigating failures and technical challenges.
• To develop artworks for print, checking layout, colour and colourfastness testing ensuring they meet Lululemon quality standards.
• Partnering closely with cross functional divisions, leaders, and individual contributors, to manage risk and drive cross functional alignment
• Partnering closely with Developers in region to deliver seasonal readiness for the outerwear category
• Have the ability to explain complex colour challenges to the business in order to drive appropriate decisions

Qualifications

• 7+ of experience in textile and colour
• University degree / College Diploma required, preferably in textiles.
• Strong technical knowledge and development techniques for dying and printing Outerwear textiles
• Experience traveling and working with suppliers in Taiwan and other APAC markets
• Strong technical knowledge of performance product materials process and visual aesthetics
• Successful in commercializing products on various calendar tracks
• You have the ability to act objectively and uncover facts
• You understand the complexities of textile colour & print development in order to deliver product
• You are a clear, concise and confident communicator that lives to support the business
• You thrive in dynamic fast paced environments, and can excel in organization

must haves

• Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
• Possesses 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 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 from
119, ,500 CAD
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 and, 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
Hybrid: In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.