Senior Manager - Design, Men's Outerwear

Lululemon Athletica View all jobs

Canada
Permanent
Full-time

27 days ago

Description & Requirementswho we arelululemon 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 teamThe OTW design team is a diverse team of creative and strategic thinkers, who are future thinking, detail-orientated and solution focused. They are at the forefront of activewear and aware of macro lifestyle and fashion trends and how this relates to the active industry. They are passionate about Run, Golf, Tennis, 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, prioritising team connection and enjoying sweat & creative sessions together.core responsibilitiesThe OTW Sr. Design Manager (men's) at lululemon reports to and collaborates with VP in leading the design process with the team you are working with. You understand the brand essence and ethos and lead the team within those. 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 & finding the essence of High Performance, High Style.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 are an expert in your technical knowledge and your role is a balance of leading and designing. You partner with P&C to provide world class training and experiences for our designers.As the Design Manager you will be part of the upfront work for the season, contributing to the build of seasonal narratives and working closely with your design leaders and peers to instill the vision into the teams work. As a Manager you are responsible for the performance of your subcategory.You excel at presenting your teams concepts 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, Raw Materials, and Sourcing partners on the assortment and the direction of the line. You also partner with the Go To Market team on the seasonal calendar and workflow of major design events - strategy and solution-focused. You ideate and collaboratre with the internal Innovation and Raw Materials Innovation teams.

You are an outerwear expert. Whether for rain, snow, or performance, you are acutely versed in the materials, contructions, styling, and end-use needs that represent the world's best technical apparel.

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 have razor sharp attention to detail around product/process so that we build beautiful technical athletic apparel. You have an clear understanding of function and how to embed style, beauty and fashion where needed. Finding a balance in the product.

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 combine active product use experience, market knowledge, trend research, and collaboration between lululemon designers to create functional, innovative, quality designs. You will have a clear reference point in terms of understanding product storytelling, design and construction.

You engage cross-category in colour and styling work to ensure cohesion in between Lifestyle and Athletic OTW stories and their alignment with corresponding Mainline Product. You work to gain integration in seasonal drops (eg. Key Looks).

You understand body forms, expert in how to conceptualize, create and convey ideas and technical information during your design process.

You partner with ambassadors/athletes to continually elevate and innovate our product.

Responsible for fitting styles in order to accurately communicate your design intent. Partner with the in-house workshop to create mockups and prototypes.

Teamwork and clear communication are essential. You work cross functionally within the pod, collaborating with product development, fit, merchandising, raw materials development and colour, sourcing and design operations ensuring your teams have the most up to date information on each style.

Awareness of how the line is currently performing in stores - join key meetings for downloads, lead design meetings, partner with your leaders to action feedback for continual innovation of product & to the junior members of the team.

You will lead 1:1s, PACE checks and annual reviews for your reports. You foster their goals and help to create their professional development path to those goals (within Lululemon and beyond).

You are responsible for understanding the impact of your decisions on timelines and margins and help install discipline and understanding for all the designers on the team. You are accountable for the performance of your sub category.

qualifications

10 years minimum experience required, combination of industry experience and people management
Interest and experience in technical apparel, materials and constructions
BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent)
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Excel, Word, Mac platform

An understanding of 3D and Generative AI design would be a benefit

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 notesImmigration support is potentially available for this role.compensation and benefits packagelululemon'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 $155,800-204,400 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 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
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)

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 arrangementIn-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.#LI-Onsite #LI-JV1Only 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.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 . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.The use of AI tools, including but not limited to ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek, or any other AI-assisted software, is strictly prohibited during the interview process. This includes, AI-generated responses, content creation, or any form of automated assistance in live interviews, case studies, technical assessments, or written submissions.At lululemon, we are committed to privacy, integrity, transparency, and ethical hiring practices. Our commitment to responsible AI ensures that proprietary information is protected and that all hiring decisions are based on an individual's own skills, judgment, and expertise without AI assistance. Any use of AI during the interview process will result in immediate disqualification. lululemon reserves the right to use AI detection tools to verify the authenticity of candidate responses.

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