Location: Sri Lanka
State/Province/City: Basnāhira paḷāta (Mel mākāṇam)
Ciudad: Sri Lanka
Sectores Empresarial: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Time Type: Full-time
Trims Merchandiser, Sri Lanka
Description & Requirements
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
We bring technology and functionality to life by developing fabrics, trim, colors and prints for lululemon premium performance product. Our partnership with product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and quality ensures we create product that performs for the intended use and meets testing standards, which provides a desirable experience for our guest.
The Trim Merchandiser is a self-leader who combines foundational knowledge of trims with a strong emphasis on data analysis and process optimization. They excel at interpreting data to identify trends, evaluate supplier performance, and support evidence-based decisions that improve efficiency and quality. Highly organized and detail-oriented, they manage timelines and deadlines with precision, using analytical insights to anticipate challenges and streamline workflows.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills make them a trusted collaborator, fostering cross-functional relationships and cultivating partnerships with suppliers. They value collaboration and thrive in environments where teamwork and shared problem-solving drive success. With a technically sound foundation and an innovative mindset, they merge creativity with analytical rigor, ensuring that trim development and execution are both imaginative and strategically informed.
core responsibilities
- Analyze forecasts: Review and interpret demand forecasts to anticipate trim requirements, ensuring sourcing strategies align with projected needs.
- Evaluate WIP reports: Monitor work-in-progress reports for trim types, identifying bottlenecks or risks and providing actionable insights to keep production on track.
- Compare RMV and FGV locations: Use data analysis to assess supplier performance and material flow between RMV and FGV locations, supporting efficient allocation and sourcing decisions.
- Support sourcing strategy: Translate analytical findings into recommendations that optimize supplier selection, cost efficiency, and lead times.
- Collaborate cross-functionally: Share data-driven insights with design, production, and sourcing teams to ensure alignment and proactive decision-making.
- Track supplier performance: Maintain ongoing analysis of supplier metrics, using quantitative data to strengthen partnerships and improve accountability.
qualifications
Educational background: Degree in Textile Sciences, Fashion Design, Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or related field preferred. Candidates without a degree will be considered if industry experience demonstrates strong analytical and technical skills.
Industry experience: 2–3 years of experience in trim, data analysis, sourcing, supply chain, or related fields, with exposure to vendor management and performance evaluation.
Analytical proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power BI, with demonstrated ability to analyze forecasts, WIP reports, and vendor performance data to support sourcing strategy and decision-making
- Must speak and write English
must haves
- Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
- Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
- Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
- Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take themselves too seriously.
In-person collaboration and/or office-based work is necessary or important for the role. Work is mainly performed onsite, 4-5 days per week depending on role requirements.
beyond the paycheck (benefits & perks)
At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person – body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.
Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
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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.
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