Emplacement: Sri Lanka
État/Province/Ville: Basnāhira paḷāta (Mel mākāṇam)
Ville: Sri Lanka
Unité commerciale: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Type d'heure: Full-time
Trims Merchandiser, Sri Lanka
Description et exigences
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.
A day in the life
- 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:
Personal accountability: Recognizes the presence of choice in every moment and takes ownership of outcomes, demonstrating responsibility and integrity.
Entrepreneurial mindset: Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit, continuously innovating and applying creative problem-solving to achieve meaningful results.
Authentic communication: Communicates with honesty and kindness, fostering openness and creating space for others to do the same.
Relationship building: Puts people first, fostering connection and building trusting relationships across teams and with partners.
Joyful approach: Integrates fun and joy into daily work, maintaining perspective and balance without taking themselves too seriously.
Personal accountability: Recognizes the presence of choice in every moment and takes ownership of outcomes, demonstrating responsibility and integrity.
Entrepreneurial mindset: Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit, continuously innovating and applying creative problem-solving to achieve meaningful results.
Authentic communication: Communicates with honesty and kindness, fostering openness and creating space for others to do the same.
Relationship building: Puts people first, fostering connection and building trusting relationships across teams and with partners.
Joyful approach: Integrates fun and joy into daily work, maintaining perspective and balance without taking themselves too seriously.
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.
Learn more about what it's like working for lululemon in our Asia-Pacific markets:
Nous communiquerons seulement avec les personnes retenues. Nous tenons à vous remercier pour votre intérêt. lululemon est un employeur offrant l’égalité des chances en matière d’emploi. Les décisions d’embauche sont basées sur le mérite et les besoins de l’entreprise, et non sur la race, la couleur, la croyance, l’âge, le sexe, le genre, l’orientation sexuelle, l’origine nationale, la religion, l’état familial, la condition médicale, le handicap physique ou mental, le service militaire, la grossesse, l’accouchement et les conditions médicales connexes, ou tout autre motif protégé par les lois et les ordonnances fédérales, provinciales ou de l’état, et locales. Des mesures raisonnables d’adaptation sont offertes aux personnes admissibles souffrant d’un handicap, sur demande. Cette politique d’équité en matière d’emploi s’applique à toutes les pratiques relatives au recrutement et à l’embauche, à la rémunération, aux avantages sociaux, à la discipline, aux mutations, à la cessation d’emploi et à toutes les autres modalités et conditions d’emploi. L’équipe de direction est principalement responsable de la mise en œuvre des politiques d’équité en matière d’emploi de lululemon, mais vous partagez également la responsabilité de vous assurer que, par vos actions personnelles, les politiques sont respectées.
lululemon s’engage à fournir des accommodements raisonnables pour les candidats avec un handicap. Si vous souhaitez qu’un membre de notre équipe communique avec vous pour un soutien personnalisé, écrivez-nous à accommodations@lululemon.com. Dans votre courriel, indiquez le titre du poste, le lieu du poste et la nature de votre demande.
L’utilisation des outils d’IA, y compris, mais sans s’y limiter, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek ou tout autre logiciel assisté par IA, est strictement interdit pendant le processus d’entrevue, sauf en cas de mesures d’adaptation raisonnables. Cela inclut entre autres les réponses générées par IA, la création de contenu, ou toute forme d’aide automatisée lors des entrevues en direct, des études de cas, des évaluations techniques et des déclarations écrites.
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