Manager, Design

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.

The outerwear design team is a diverse team of creative and strategic thinkers, who are future thinking, detail-orientated and solution focussed. They are at the forefront of active wear and aware of macro lifestyle and fashion trends and how this relates to the active industry. They are passionate about Run, Train & Yoga and fulfilling every guest needs in their wardrobes. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross functional relationships.

This is a team of high performers who are constantly striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space. This team knows how to bring fun into their everyday, prioritizing team connection and enjoying sweat & creative sessions together.

The Design Manager at lululemon collaborates with VP in leading the design process with the team you are working with. You understand the brand essence, ethos and coach and lead it. Under the mentorship and partnership of the VP, you create and develop the line from inception of ideas to production of garments. You have experience embedding intuitive innovation into each product & find the blend of function and beauty.

You lead, inspire and coach. You manage the people and the process – creating structure for the design team.

You are part of the leadership team that recruits into the OTW design team. You manage the workflow and workload of the team seasonally, allocating resources and support where needed. You lead the designer’s day to day in collaborating across teams for a cohesive line. You partner with P&C to provide world class training and experiences for our designers. You are an expert in your technical knowledge and your role is a balance of leading and designing.

As the Design Manager you will be part of the upfront work for the season, contributing to the build of our seasonal narrative and working closely with your design leaders to instill the vision into the teams work. As a Manager you are responsible for the performance of your subcategory.

You excel at presenting yourteamsconcepts and communicating seasonal direction and design to the design leadership team,as well as the design team.

You are highly-organized and self-starting, working closely with the Merchants on the assortment and the direction of the line, and with the Sourcing Director to ensure we have the right partners to innovate with. You also partner with the Go To Market team on the seasonal calendar and workflow of major design events – strategy and solution-focused.

• You are an outerwear expert. Whether for rain, snow, or performance, you are acutely versed in the materials, constructions, styling, and end-use needs that represent the world’s best technical apparel.
• You seek new solutions in closures , pocketing, venting, make, comfort and other innovative solutions that will set lululemon Outerwear apart in the market.
• Beyond technical outerwear and outdoor, you have a keen fashion sense and keep up with relevant trends and brands-from streetwear to runway- and have the ability to translate those trends for your category.
• You are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day of the design team to execute seasonal styles that reflect lululemon’s OTW Design ethos. You coach and inspire the design team in the work. You will have clear reference points in terms of understanding product storytelling, color, design and construction.
• You are responsible for understanding the impact of your decisions on timelines…