Manager, Pattern Engineer - Women's

Provide guidance on pattern engineering techniques, tools, and best practices to enhance team skills and capabilities

Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration and continuous learning

Oversee the refinement and adaptation of patterns based on fit sessions, feedback from designers and technical requirements

Establish and maintain pattern and block libraries, technical specifications and quality standards to ensure consistency and excellence in pattern development

Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies and advancements in pattern making techniques to enhance product development processes

Lead any business initiatives in partnership with TD Manager to ensure we are landing the perfect “Fit”

Build a working calendar that is in alignment with the development calendar as well as out of season concepts and development; successfully manage the team’s workloads to meet business deliverables. (Ie: In Season and Out of Season Work)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent professional experience; focused training in Technical Design, Pattern Making, Product Development or relevant experience preferred

8+ years minimum years of experience in pattern engineering or technical development within fashion industry; preferred women's experience

2+ years minimum people leadership / mentorship experience

Industry experience in pattern making (preferably development through production)

Proficiency in MS office (Excel/Word/Outlook), Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop)

Proficiency with Flex PLM or similar PLM software

Expert in CAD software (Gerber, Lectra, Optitex) and other pattern making tools

Proficiency with 3D Software required (Browzwear, CLO)

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

Immigration support is potentially available 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 $140,200 – 184,000 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 and 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.

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