2023 Global Idea Internship Program Merchandise Planning Intern (accessories) Vancouver

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Job Description


Description & Requirements

Closing date: April 13th (11:59 pm PST)

Please note: if we receive a large volume of applications, we may need to close this posting early and ahead of the closing date; therefore, we recommend applying early.

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, 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.

We\'re looking for you. Join us

Our IDEA Global Internship Program

Our IDEA Global Internship Program is a full-time paid internship for approximately 12 weeks starting in or around June 2023. Interns will receive support, coaching and mentorship, gain practical work experience, and develop new skills to expand their career possibilities.

Through the course of the program, we\'ve designed a variety of exciting, fun and thoughtful sessions and experiences. There will also be opportunities to connect, collaborate and build relationships with interns across the globe. All interns follow two tracks of learning: the in-depth learning and skillset relevant to their role and the broad breadth knowledge of our business operations. Our IDEA Global Internship Program curates a journey for each intern to discover where their passions lie and helps them lay out their career path.

Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in around the world by 2025. We are cultivating an environment and building systems that create and sustain inclusion, diversity, and equity. This program is an investment in diverse talent that directly supports that goal and the IDEA mission to expand being well to encompass a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated, equity is the norm, and action is the commitment.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as part of a group that has been historically underrepresented in the workforce to apply, including, but not limited to: Asian, Black, Indigenous, Hispanic or LatinX, South Asian, LGBTQ2S+ and persons with disabilities.

We do not make hiring decisions based on race/ethnicity/gender or any protected class (race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, body size etc.).

About this team

Planning owns defining how sales and inventory plans are shaped by store, defining clusters for segmentation and localization and the flow of inventory to stores and between channels to support the design vision and financial targets. Our ability to optimize the right product for each guest has allowed lululemon to flourish as the most productive retailer in the industry. Providing each community and guest with the right product, in the right sizes, has created transformational experiences for the people in our collective.

A day in the life

All of our interns play an important role in our business and are key members of the team. Some of the tasks, roles and responsibilities include:

  • Learn about the development, execution, and communication of merchandise financial plans and strategies that support the merchandising, marketing, and financial objectives of the brand
  • Prepare and participate in Merchandise Review meetings
  • Participate in the weekly analysis and insight building based on business results
  • Assist in the project management of major product initiatives
Nice to haves
  • Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
  • Extremely organized thorough and able to prioritize.
  • Detail orientated.
  • Strong interest in the product management process Results oriented - strong sense of motivation.
  • Self-directed problem solver, proactive and resourceful.
  • Responsible, dependable, and mature, with sound judgment.
  • Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback. Great communication skills and the ability to work within cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent team player as well as the ability to work independently.
  • Jump in and go, adapt quickly, learn from failures, and move forward.
  • Strong analytical Skills and experience in Excel
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.
Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.

lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2155835
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Vancouver, BC, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned