Role Overview

Join Lululemon's Global Planning team as Senior Manager, Global Merchandise Planning in Vancouver, British Columbia. This pivotal role drives the creation and execution of sales and inventory plans that support Lululemon's overarching business financial objectives and innovative product strategy. As a yoga-inspired technical apparel leader, Lululemon elevates the world through the power of practice, with global locations from Vancouver to Shanghai.

The Global Planning team works closely with Merchandising to understand new product trends, regional/climate selling patterns, size trends, and ensures products reach the right Distribution Centres. You'll monitor business performance daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly, reacting to trends to maximize sales, mitigate risk, and protect the guest experience while delivering profitable growth.

A day in the life involves partnering with Global Merchandising to develop financial architecture, global category plans, and drive alignment on Global Line Architecture (Sales, IMU, CC Targets). This Senior Manager role sets the financial framework and strategy for departmental merchandise initiatives.

Key Responsibilities at Lululemon

As Senior Manager, Global Merchandise Planning, you'll lead strategic planning efforts. Key responsibilities include:

• Develop financial architecture and global category plans by class, activity, and franchise.
• Partner with Global Merchandising to drive alignment on Global Line Architecture.
• Build and quantify shell plans and preliminary assortments, incorporating regional input for Global and Regional seasonal strategies.
• Collaborate effectively with Global and Regional Planning, Sourcing, Production, and the Global Brand Team.
• Ensure accuracy in global quantification of assortments (vendor allocation units, GVLP units, 24-month Demand Plan).
• Lead hiring, team/individual development, and departmental execution.
• Drive cross-functional alignment for resources needed to execute product strategy.
• Partner on finalizing Seasonal Product Roadmap and Assortment Strategy.
• Develop showback content for CMO including strategy and directional investment levels.
• Monitor business trends to maximize sales and mitigate risk.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this Lululemon Senior Manager role, candidates need:

• College certificate or University degree required, preferably in Commerce or Business Administration.
• 7+ years of Planning experience or progressive financial analysis/reporting, with people management.
• Proven ability in coaching, mentoring, and leading direct reports.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Expert Excel knowledge required.
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal), highly organized, able to prioritize independently.

Must-haves include acknowledging choice in every moment, entrepreneurial spirit, honest communication, courageous leadership, fostering connections, and integrating fun into work.

Salary & Benefits

The typical hiring range for Senior Manager, Global Merchandise Planning at Lululemon is $155,800 - $204,400 CAD annually, based on market location, experience, and internal equity. Lululemon's pay-for-performance philosophy includes:

• Competitive annual bonus program.
• Extended health and dental benefits.
• Career development support.
• Wellbeing and personal growth programs.
• Immigration support potentially available.
• Total rewards recognizing performance and dedication.

Lululemon invests in people, believing when life works, work works.

Why Join Lululemon?

Lululemon is a global yoga-inspired technical apparel company proud of its innovative products, store emphasis, people commitment, and community connections. Join a growing company with locations worldwide, prioritizing guest experience and profitable growth. As Senior Manager, you'll lead with purpose, innovate continuously, and foster trusting relationships in an inclusive environment where leaders develop and thrive.

Experience Vancouver's vibrant lifestyle while shaping global merchandise strategies for a brand that's up to big things. Lululemon's philosophy elevates the world through practice—be part of it.

How to Apply

Ready to elevate your career? Apply now for the Senior Manager, Global Merchandise Planning position at Lululemon in Vancouver, BC. Submit your resume highlighting your planning expertise, leadership experience, and passion for apparel innovation. Immigration support may be available. Don't miss this opportunity to join a world-class team driving global success.

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