Supply Planning Analyst - Vancouver - Lululemon Athletica

Description

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

Raw Materials (RM) Supply Planning team at lululemon. We sit within the broader Supply Chain organization and are responsible for ensuring timely and accurate planning of raw materials to support production. Our team owns the raw material forecasting and capacity planning, enabling timely and efficient production execution. RM commitments are also managed by RM Supply Planning, this an integral part of our pro-active approach to support on time delivery and increase ocean usage contributing to our sustainability process. We collaborate closely with RM vendors to align on these forecasts, capacity, and seasonal commitments, enabling smooth execution across buy models.

core responsibilities

Reporting to the Raw Materials Supply Planning Manager, the Supply Planning Analyst is responsible for supporting, capacity planning, reporting and process reviews for lululemon product lines. This role will contribute to the creation of a successful and executable sourcing strategy that supports manufacturing business needs. In addition, the Supply Planning Analyst will work with cross-functional teams

• Compiling Raw Materials forecasts and detailed analysis of data
• Analyzing the allocation of product multiple times each season by constrained and unconstrained capacity with our global sourcing base
• Managing cross-functional data and creating excel reporting tools. Examples include Core Trims Analysis, Capacity Verification Report, Trims Multi Sourcing, Raw Materials Commitments, Historical forecast analysis, etc.
• Supporting with process improvements and general Supply Planning analysis
• Communication internally and externally as needed by the RM Supply Planning Manager and business requirements
• Ensure seasonal calendar timelines are met

qualifications

• University degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years' experience in production/manufacturing environment preferred (i.e. merchandising, costing and forecasting)
• Smartsheet and PBI Knowledge
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office and Outlook a must)
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Strong ability to communicate clearly and objectively

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.

additional notes

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 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. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. 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
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

Hybrid

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

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. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.