Apparel Technical Developer

lululemon is located at Vancouver, BC. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Apparel Technical Developer | Contract until October 2027. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The employer is offering a full-time contract position.

Employer Name: lululemon
Position: Apparel Technical Developer | Contract until October 2027
Salary: $104,600 – 137,300 CAD annually
Employment type: Full-time (Contract until October 2027)
Location: Vancouver, BC

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Job Description

• The candidate will be responsible for the fit and execution of mid to high complexity styles from concept through to production readiness.
• The candidate must organize daily workflow that adheres to GTM deliverables and development timelines.
• The candidate must measure and analyze garments to determine compliance of measurements, workmanship, construction direction, and maintain fit intent.
• The candidate must lead fittings and articulate fit or prototype changes and rationale to cross-functional partners utilizing visual or verbal communication and tools.
• The candidate must efficiently communicate fit comments inclusive of updated style measurements and construction details inline with fit comment SOP to vendors and in-house teams.
• The candidate must create and initiate all subsequent systematic sample requests as required, inclusive of measurement templates.
• The candidate must understand points of measurements library and associated grade rules and recognize when to apply and amend as required.
• The candidate must partner with Product Development to understand risk assessment of styles and create execution plans accordingly.
• The candidate must utilize lab test and wear test reports and analysis to adjust execution and mitigate risk of failure.
• The candidate must maintain style data integrity and accuracy in FlexPLM and other relevant systems.
• The candidate must enter and update technical trims in the BoM as required, ensuring accuracy before approval and communicating changes with Product Development partners.
• The candidate must advance technical knowledge through mentorship and training from Technical Development partners, Pattern Engineers, vendors, and the in-house sample room.
• The candidate must support the creation and maintenance of fit and construction standards and protocols.
• The candidate must drive fit excellence education with cross-functional peers in category.
• The candidate must mentor Assistants and Juniors as guided by Senior TD and Manager.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or possess equivalent professional experience.
• The candidate should have focused training in Technical Design, Pattern Making, Product Development, or relevant experience, which is preferred.
• The candidate must have a minimum of 5 to 8 years of industry experience, preferably within Technical Design and/or Technical Development departments.
• The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, as well as Adobe Design Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.
• The candidate must demonstrate proficiency with FlexPLM or similar PLM software.
• The candidate must be driven by the technical aspect of the product creation process.
• The candidate must demonstrate attention to detail, initiative, organization, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The candidate must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively.
• The candidate must possess working knowledge of fabric, construction, draping, graphic, and dye techniques.
• The candidate must be proficient at technical communication with vendors via pattern diagrams and fit photos.
• The candidate must possess substantial knowledge of grading.
• The candidate must demonstrate strong applied comprehension of the end-to-end product life cycle.
• The candidate must be self-motivated, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency, and maintain a collaborative mindset.
• The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
• The candidate must demonstrate excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• The candidate must demonstrate curiosity for change and learning and be capable of managing ambiguity.
• The candidate should possess working knowledge of Gerber Pattern Making and/or 3D software such as CLO or Browzwear, which is considered an asset.
• The candidate must be able to conduct fit sessions independently and lead other products as needed.
• The candidate must acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for their actions and decisions.
• The candidate must possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously seek innovative ways to achieve strong results.
• The candidate must communicate with honesty and kindness while encouraging others to do the same.
• The candidate must lead with courage, recognizing that the possibility of greatness is greater than the fear of failure.
• The candidate must foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• The candidate must demonstrate a positive attitude and balance professionalism with a sense of fun and joy in the workplace.
• The candidate must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• The candidate will be required to note that relocation is not available for this position.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate must have the ability to lift 10kg as needed.
• The candidate will be required to work in an in-person collaborative and office-based environment, with work mainly performed onsite for a minimum of 4 days per week.

Benefits

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