Associate Planner | Global Inventory

Requirements

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

As a member of the product team, the Global Planning team is responsible for ensuring the efficient management of inventory for the company. They work closely with the regional teams to understand new product trends, regional needs, size trends, and logistics. The team monitors inventory levels on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis, assessing changes in trends and adjusting strategies to optimize inventory management and mitigate risks. The priority is to understand and protect the guest experience, followed by maintaining effective inventory control and supporting profitable sales growth.

Reporting to the Global Inventory & Operations Planning Manager, the Global Associate Planner plays a key role in supporting global inventory planning and visibility across the business. This role is responsible for developing forward-looking inventory projections, assessing inventory health, and translating data into insights that support planning and operational decisions. You will work closely with Global Planning, DC Operations, and other cross-functional partners to understand inventory flow, identify risks and opportunities, and support both short- and long-term business priorities.

• Inventory Health & Insights: Analyze inventory performance and develop inventory composition and aged inventory projections across global and market levels. Assess the health, balance, and aging of inventory, identifying emerging risks and opportunities and providing actionable insights to support inventory decisions and leadership discussions.
• Inventory Flow & Projections: Manage and analyze on-orders, receipts, and inventory flow to maintain visibility to future inventory positions. Partner closely with DC Operations to develop inbound and outbound projections that support capacity planning, operational readiness, and changing business needs.
• Business Performance & Reporting: Monitor key inventory and planning KPIs against plan and prior year. Analyze trends and underlying drivers to identify areas of opportunity or risk and provide clear insights into business performance.
• Leadership Insights & Presentations: Support the development of monthly and quarterly business reviews, bringing together inventory and performance data into clear, concise presentations. Highlight key trends, business drivers, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions for leadership.
• Cross-Functional Planning: Build strong partnerships across Global Planning, DC Operations, and other cross-functional teams to align inventory projections, communicate changes, and ensure teams have the visibility needed to make informed decisions.
• Tools & Process Improvement: Own and maintain key planning tools, dashboards, and reporting while identifying opportunities to simplify and automate processes. Support the evolution of scalable reporting and tools that improve data accuracy, visibility, and overall team efficiency.
  
  

Qualifications

• College certificate or University degree is required
• 1-3 years merchandise planning or inventory management experience
• 2-3 years proven experience with data analysis
• Expert knowledge of Excel & Power Bi for report building is required.
• Financial acumen and understanding of retail math
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
• Extremely organized, thorough and able to prioritize
• Detail orientated
  
  

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  $80,800 - $106,100 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.