lululemon

WHO WE ARE

lululemon is a yoga-inspired technical apparel company up to big things. The practice and philosophy of yoga informs our overall purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice. We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between. We owe our success to our innovative product, our emphasis on our stores, our commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we get to make in every community we are in.

ABOUT THIS TEAM

The Team is responsible for building up data, planning and analytics capabilities within Retail Operations team, and collaborate within Retail Operations and Retail Performance team, as well as with cross functional partners to turn insights into actions to support business growth in China.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Work closely with FP&A as well as retail team to track sales plans.
• Support to build financial modelling to forecast the quantitative impact of pilots and strategic projects.
• Work closely as a community with Business Planning & Operations, Tech, and other counterparts in various functions to build up data & analytics awareness across the company
• Cascade business financial plan down to store merchandise plan in franchise level and work with merchandising planning team in assortment analytic for seasonal buying strategy and execution. 
• Lead and influence in cross functional working groups, especially the Product / Brand Marketing / VM to ensure that the product needs of stores are well-considered.
• Identify areas for cross functional collaboration with local/global SSC Partners to drive/consult around new product operations processes alongside refining existing processes. Execute change to remove unnecessary work from stores and optimize processes and efficiency.
• Provide options and impacts to cross functional stakeholders and decision makers with clear recommendations regarding in-store Product management.
• Develop retail SOP and implement new processes to support new product launch or operation strategy.
• Proactively work with local stakeholders to develop a routine Product launch battleplan and Retail Enrollment on regular basis, improve the product management level.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years experience in retail and relevant roles
• University graduates preferably in statistics, business, operations, or related discipline
• Advanced level Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, macros)
• Strong ability to work independently and cross-functionally
• Excellent written and verbal communications skill in both Mandarin and English
• Proficient in Windows based software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

MUST HAVES

• Thrives in a rapidly evolving environment and comfortable with ambiguity
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• 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