Lululemon

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

The New Store Opening & Agile Retail (NSOAR) team is a product-focused team that brings new lululemon retail concepts to life across North America. We lead product setup and inventory management for all new stores, optimizations, conversions, pop-ups, alternate channel formats, and emerging retail tests, ensuring every project opens with the right breadth, depth, and guest experience.

As an Analyst, you bring a strong inventory lens and project management skills to a defined portfolio of NSOAR projects and stores across North America. You partner closely with cross-functional teams to drive day-to-day execution and deliver a seamless opening experience. You contribute to the tools, processes, and routines that help the team scale with accuracy, speed, and consistency.

A Day in the Life

• Own execution of standard NSOAR projects, ensuring accurate timelines, clear cross-functional coordination, and high-quality openings.
• Manage inventory strategy and transfer execution for a portfolio of openings and optimizations, ensuring assortments and depth align to store capacity, brand standards, and opening targets.
• Balance SKU-level accuracy with high-level analysis to ensure projects are set up to hit inventory targets and deliver the intended guest experience.
• Monitor and maintain performance across projects and the operating pop-up portfolio through weekly sales/inventory analysis, driving product actions and resolving store escalations as needed.
• Build and maintain Excel-based trackers and reporting to support project execution, risk identification, and ongoing maintenance strategy. 
• Support store setup and inventory parameter management through tools and systems (including Anaplan and RMS), ensuring clean configurations and accurate replenishment strategy.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Store Planning, Operations, DCs, Logistics, and Retail to align on decisions and deliverables.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and supporting enhancements that improve efficiency, accuracy, and the store opening experience.
• Support team routines through business updates, reporting, and documentation to improve visibility, consistency, and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in an analytical, planning, or inventory-focused role (retail experience considered an asset).
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including building tools, trackers, and reports to support decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to partner cross-functionally to drive alignment and execution.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset and ability to translate data into actions.
• Experience with Anaplan, Smartsheet, ThoughtSpot, RMS, or Power BI is an asset.

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 $104,600-$130,800 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 arrangement

Hybrid 

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

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