Raw Material Junior Developer | Colour & Print

who are we
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 Raw Material Junior Developer will support the commercialization of New ideas In Season/Pre Season in the world of print, garment dyed and colour developments to meet the determined technical quality standards and to deliver to the highest level of aesthetic and performance attributes to be sure quality and design/concept intent are achieved to Lululemon expectation.

You will also properly input all the technical and design information in the system and keep record of the development status.

Core Responsibilities

Facilitate the development workflow from the beginning of the process through the technical developments and to release the seasonal readiness

Deliver the seasonal input of the developments, in the colouration world, based on the agreed GTM calendar gates

Collaborate with the RM colouration team members to ensure full transparency and awareness of the technical development expectations and risk along multiple track seasonal deadlines and to achieve optimum development efficiency

Build strong relationship with the cross functional partners in design, merch and product development providing clear delivery directions and seasonal readiness expectations

Understand key business drivers and applies this knowledge to accomplish own work

Own and complete additional special projects, duties and assignments as needed

Maintain data integrity in Flex PLM and other relevant systems

Create, update, and ensure accuracy of colour BoMs throughout the season

Qualifications

Based in Vancouver

Superior rating off Munsell 100 colour test

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent professional experience; focused training in Technical Design, Pattern Making, Product Development or relevant experience preferred

2-3 years of relevant experience (preferably within Raw Materials, Print Design or Development, Technical Design or Technical Development or Product Development, Product Management, Sourcing departments) or other related field driven by the technical aspect of the product creation process

We will consider candidates without a degree if the industry experience demonstrates a technical background

Knowledge of fabrics, and print development process and timelines Comprehension of end-to-end product life cycles, able to manage multiple calendars within tight deadlines with ability to communicate clearly and objectively

Strong Knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word,) Photoshop as well as Smartsheet, SharePoint, FlexPLM Adobe Design Illustrator

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 greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.

Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.

Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.

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  $66,000 - $86,600 CAD  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…