Associate Merchandiser Planner, Franchise

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Lululemon Full time
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

a day in the life:
what you'll do

  • You will be responsible for strategic execution of licensed markets inventory flow, including optimization of inventory supply quantification & deployment to maximize potential of market demand.
  • Supporting buyers and planners in managing & executing compelling product assortments for licensed market partners that integrates strategic vision, guest insights, and meets or exceeds financial objectives
  • Work in partnership with Logistics teams to execute the efficient and accurate flow of merchandise to partners, including reviewing & systematically processing all weekly orders for shipping
  • Supports Buying team in execution of the seasonal Licensed Market Buy
  • Leverages systems, tools, and data to drive optimal inventory investments for licensed markets partners
  • Recommends seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales and guest experience
  • Executes detailed analysis to drive performance within licensed markets
  • In partnership with Buying team, supporting daytoday communication from Global to Licensed Market partners regarding relevant delivery information, product markdowns, reorders, cancellations & additions to the seasonal offer
  • Supporting the accuracy & data integrity of the reporting for seasonal inline business (onorder, product flow reporting)
  • Analyzes historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities to business and recommends strategies to achieve financial goals
  • Prepare and participate in Licensed Market Product Review meetings
  • Executes planning, reporting, analysis/decision support under the direction of planning team
  • Exhibit initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potential
  • Support manager in adhoc reporting, market research, and other miscellaneous projects as needed
qualifications, skills & experience

  • College certificate or University degree is required
  • 23 years merchandise planning experience
  • Previous experience with merchandise and planning systems.
  • Expert knowledge of Excel is required.
  • Excellent team player as well as the ability to work independently.
  • Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
  • Extremely organized, thorough and able to prioritize
  • Detail orientated
  • Strong ability to see the merchandise vision and translate the vision into viable plans.
  • Results oriented strong sense of motivation
  • Self directed problem solver, proactive and resourceful
  • Responsible, dependable and mature, with sound judgment
  • Capable of effective multiple demand management from a variety of sources and adapts well to change.
  • Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback.
must haves

  • Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility.
  • 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.
Role Classification

  • This role is classified as Hybrid under our global SSC Hybrid Workplace Policy:
  • [Hybrid]
  • Inperson collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed from the office at least 3 days per week.


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