Role Overview

Join Lululemon as a Sourcing Category Lead - Accessories in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. This contract role until October 2027 offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of athletic apparel sourcing. Lululemon is renowned for innovative performance apparel in yoga, running, training, and beyond. As part of the Sourcing Department, you'll manage relationships with top-tier raw material and finished goods vendors, ensuring world-class manufacturing that aligns with business strategy, quality, and cost goals.

This hybrid position emphasizes in-person collaboration vital to Lululemon's culture. Work cross-functionally with product teams to turn strategies into reality. If you thrive on vendor partnerships, cost optimization, and data-driven decisions, this role is your chance to drive positive change at a global leader in activewear.

Key Responsibilities at Lululemon

As Sourcing Category Lead, you'll lead category strategy and execution. Here's what you'll do daily:

• Deliver comprehensive Category level Sourcing strategy aligned with long-range plans.
• Translate strategies into actionable seasonal costing and allocation priorities.
• Build and nurture strong vendor relationships and cross-functional partnerships.
• Identify and elevate opportunities and risks to influence strategic decisions.
• Ensure cost and margin targets are met through rigorous analysis.
• Develop action plans to mitigate margin risks and propose cost reductions.
• Lead or guide vendor cost negotiations with Merch and Costing teams.
• Manage product cost and margin data analysis in costing systems.
• Track GTM Calendar timelines and meet all sourcing deadlines.
• Handle vendor allocation data maintenance, validation, and projections.
• Support new vendor onboarding with supply chain teams.

Expect frequent travel to offshore factories, face-to-face negotiations, and multitasking across projects.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as Lululemon Sourcing Category Lead, bring these qualifications:

• 3-5 years experience building relationships with offshore manufacturers.
• Proven offshore factory visits and deep knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Expertise in product cost breakdowns and numerical analysis.
• Multi-tasking prowess with diverse cross-functional partners.
• Confidence in face-to-face negotiations and embracing challenges.
• Passion for travel to global vendor sites.
• Excel mastery plus proficiency in Power BI and Smartsheet.
• Authorization to work in Canada; hybrid Vancouver-based.

Lululemon values 'must haves' like personal responsibility, entrepreneurial spirit, honest communication, courageous leadership, relationship-building, and infusing fun into work.

Salary & Benefits

Earn $81,500 - $107,000 CAD annually based on experience, market, and performance. Eligible for competitive bonuses. Lululemon's total rewards include:

• Extended health/dental and mental health plans.
• Paid time off and parenthood top-up.
• Retirement plan matching.
• Generous employee discounts.
• Fitness & yoga classes.
• Career development courses, mentorship, and leadership programs.
• People networks for growth and connection.

Benefits eligibility applies; company may adjust programs.

Why Join Lululemon?

Lululemon isn't just apparel—it's transformation. We set the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, fostering equitable, inclusive environments. Success stems from innovative products, store emphasis, people commitment, and community connections. Join to create positive change for a healthier future.

In Sourcing, you'll partner with best-in-class manufacturers, influence product strategy, and grow professionally. Vancouver's vibrant scene plus hybrid flexibility supports work-life balance. Embrace entrepreneurial innovation, courageous leadership, and joyful work. Lululemon invests in your wellbeing—when life works, work works.

With global reach and local roots, advance your career in supply chain sourcing at a purpose-driven company.

How to Apply

Ready to lead accessories sourcing at Lululemon? Apply now for this Vancouver contract role. Submit your resume highlighting offshore experience, Excel skills, and vendor negotiations. Authorization to work in Canada required. Don't miss this chance—positions fill fast. Join our mission to empower movement worldwide.

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