Senior Designer Footwear, Lifestyle & Performance

Senior Designer Footwear, Lifestyle & Performance

Business Unit : Store Support Centre (SSC)

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Time Type : Full-time

Description & Requirements

Who we are

lululemon is a yoga-inspired technical apparel company up to big things. The practice and philosophy of yoga informs our overall purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice.

We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between.

About this team

The Footwear design team is a diverse group of creative and strategic thinkers who are future thinking, detail-oriented, and solution-focused.

They are at the forefront of performance and lifestyle footwear and aware of macro trends and how this relates to the sportswear industry.

A day in the life :

• Partner with team in creating Lululemon footwear design DNA
• Innovative, proven designer who can ideate and manage the design process through collaboration in a fast-paced environment
• Expert understanding of employing footwear design and construction techniques; appropriate use of materials, extensive knowledge and full understanding of product design and development including outsole construction, last making, materials, color, etc.
• Stay current on footwear trends, industry capabilities, and innovative future footwear opportunities
• Possess strong verbal and visual execution skills to communicate design vision
• Wear multiple hats to accomplish product objectives and deliverables
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners such as Material Design, Color Design, 3D, Product Development, Wear Testing, and Merchandising
• Provide a strong POV and support design direction and execution for seasonal design collections
• Show up as a leader, mentor, and pillar in our design community
• Travel 15% of the time
• In office minimum 3 days / week

Qualifications :

• 7-10 years footwear design experience
• BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent)
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Keynote, Microsoft Office, Mac platform
• An understanding in 3D design and / or making / building would be a benefit
• An understanding of sustainable practices would be a benefit

Must haves

• 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

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 $116,400 - 152,800 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. 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)

Workplace arrangement

This role is classified as In-Person under our SSC Workplace Policy :

In-person collaboration and / or office-based work is necessary or important for the role. Work is mainly performed onsite, 4-5 days per week depending on role requirements.

Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances.

lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at accommodations@lululemon.

com. In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position, and the nature of your request.

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