Senior Merchandiser
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. Lululemon scores A on the Alion truth index.
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 lululemon Liaison Office (LLO) team is dedicated to ensuring our products are produced of the highest quality, delivered when we need them, and manufactured with partners who share our commitment to elevating the world. Not only do we manage the production of great product, we also build great relationships.
core responsibilities
- Report into Merchandising Manager, support and manage pre-bulk activities from costing to production (End to End).
- Be the point of contact in the region for the vendors during the development and production process, and support risk identification and connect with internal cross-functional teams on action plans.
- Core tasks include costing, analysing, validating cost breakdown and negotiating cost as needed; excellent at costing - striving for vendor’s costing SOP adherence
- Costing data input and managing costing reports
- Manage BUY (order placement) and negotiate the best delivery with vendors
- Analyse capacity and capability of vendors to make sure they can deliver the rightproduct on time
- Take the lead in resolving any potential and current issues with a cross-functional team to minimise the impact and manage on-time delivery
- Manage production process, which including WIP, PO management and labelling as well
- Frequently visit factory to observe end-to-end production processes, share back with and work out solution with cross functional teams if needed
- Work closely with our local and global quality teams to ensure that our social compliance and quality standards are adhered to, and goals are met, and communicate delivery statuses and issues to appropriate SSC counterparts in a timely and concise manner
- Manage the shipment booking and shipping process with vendors, and any other duties and tasks that are assigned
q ualifications
- Your ideal background: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Textiles, Merchandising, or related fields;
- 7+ years experience in a similar role within a production environment; strong knowledge of technical fabrics, garment construction and related machinery.
- Experience in working directly with vendors, and ability in driving performance
- Able to analyze work flow and are able to access bottlenecks;
- Fluent in English
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, you posess amazing MS Excel skills! (V Lookup and Pivot Table knowledge essential)
- Experience working on PLM and PO systems like Flex PLM and Tradestone
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.
additional notes
Authorization to work in Sri Lanka is required for this role.
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.
work arrangement
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.
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