Associate Planner

lululemon is located at Vancouver, BC. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Associate Planner. 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 position.

Employer Name: lululemon
Position: Associate Planner
Salary: $74,700 – $98,100  annually
Employment type: Full-time
Location: Vancouver, BC

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Job Description

• The candidate will be responsible for driving strategic execution of inventory flow through the establishment and adjustment of inventory parameters to support replenishment and allocation activities.
• The candidate will leverage systems, tools, and data to optimize inventory investments across store locations, distribution centers, and e-commerce channels.
• The candidate will analyze historical data and current trends to identify business risks and opportunities and recommend strategies to achieve financial goals.
• The candidate will execute planning, reporting, and analysis decision support under the direction of a manager or planner.
• The candidate will execute detailed analysis to drive category performance.
• The candidate will develop sales projections and inventory flow for key items.
• The candidate must develop seasonal flow recommendations to optimize sales performance and guest satisfaction.
• The candidate will drive financial results that maximize sales, inventory, and bottom-line profitability.
• The candidate will prepare for and participate in Merchandise Review meetings.
• The candidate will provide support to Merchandising to actively manage product assortment throughout the season, including inventory, MDs, and related activities.
• The candidate must exhibit initiative to look beyond everyday business activities and identify opportunities to maximize sales potential.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must hold a college certificate or university degree.
• The candidate must have 1–3 years of merchandise planning experience.
• The candidate must have previous experience with merchandise and planning systems.
• The candidate will be required to demonstrate advanced proficiency in Excel.
• The candidate must be an excellent team player with the ability to work independently.
• The candidate must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• The candidate must be extremely organized, thorough, and able to prioritize effectively.
• The candidate must be detail orientated.
• The candidate must have a strong ability to see the merchandise vision and translate it into viable plans.
• The candidate must be results oriented with a strong sense of motivation.
• The candidate must be a self-directed problem solver who is proactive and resourceful.
• The candidate must be responsible, dependable, and mature, with sound judgment.
• The candidate must be capable of effectively managing multiple demands from a variety of sources and adapt well to change.
• The candidate must demonstrate the ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback.
• 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.

Additional information

Work conditions

• The candidate will work in a hybrid work environment.
• The candidate will be required to work onsite a minimum of four days per week to support collaboration and team connectivity.

Benefits

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