Senior Manager, Global Brand Studio Production & Merchandise Los

Senior Manager, Global Brand Studio Production & Merchandise | Contract until April 2027 (Los Angeles)

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time

Workplace arrangement

This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy (see SSC Workplace Program page for an overview):

Hybrid

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

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:

The Global Brand Studio is a team of visual storytellers who bring product fit, function, and fashion to life. We seamlessly integrate brand creative strategies with product vision to deliver best‑in‑class imagery that supports global creative and commercial objectives. Through compelling visual content, we use product as a powerful tool to educate, inspire, and engage our guests.

a day in the life:

Lead strategy, operational planning, and process optimization across the Global Brand Studio’s three key functional areas: photo and video production, merchandise sample flow, and studio management. Oversee all studio operations to deliver industry‑leading visual content for six global markets, driving cross‑functional alignment, operational excellence, and seamless execution in support of global brand strategies and business priorities.

Delivery, and website implementation of 120,000+ images annually for all markets.

Deliver into global business objectives by ensuring product is shot and imagery is delivered in a timely and cost‑effective manner.

• Own PDP project budget build, management of monthly production spend with external studio vendor, and execution of cost‑saving strategies to maintain budget goals throughout project life cycles, including sample exit strategy and internal sample store.
• Drive operational partnership with the China Studio team, including ongoing oversight of production quality and efficiency.
• Lead and develop a diverse team of production, post‑production, operations & merchandise specialists – internal, vendor, contract, and hybrid employees. Define team strategy and project timelines, facilitate progress, and ensure department goals & business commitments are achieved.
• Lead collaboration and cultivate alignment between the vendor studio team and key cross‑functional stakeholders—including Digital, Catalogue Operations, Brand, Product Activation, Merchandising, and Strategic Sales.
• Oversee the implementation of Global Brand content briefs and Digital Brand Experience creative guidelines, ensuring the successful execution of elevated PDP imagery and studio editorial projects that bring brand vision and product storytelling to life.

qualifications

• 10-12 years of experience in production operations with a passion for tackling complex workflows.
• Experience in the retail industry, with a sample management background and significant understanding of product flow.
• Aptitude for prioritizing and managing multiple tasks, projects, and shifting priorities across multiple cross‑functional teams.
• Innate ability to communicate clearly and effectively with various partners and personalities.
• Strong delegation skills, with a proven ability to coach and develop a substantial team.

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…