lululemon Strategic Insights Manager | Contract through January 2027

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

The Strategy & Insights team is a trusted partner in the development of long- and short-range strategies, working cross-functionally with the entire business on key strategic initiatives. Within that, the Insights Centre of Excellence is responsible for bringing a comprehensive view to market, guest and product insights, drawing on multiple sources and data to answer strategic enterprise level questions. Our team enables strategy partners by designing, conducting, and analyzing consumer behaviour and the competitive landscape to deliver a strong fact base of insights for leadership decision-making. Both qualitative and quantitative in nature, as well as spanning insight and foresight, the team holds a variety of roles and responsibilities.

core responsibilities

• Leads multiple research projects independently and effectively enroll the key business partners in research outcomes.
• Enjoys primary research (i.e. interviewing guests, educators) and/or being in the field ~10-20% of the time.
• Builds strong relationships with internal business partners, external vendors and contractors where research is being done outside the organization.
• Synthesizes existing data and research for the business to create strong fact bases to guide decision making
• Provides strategic collaboration with business leaders, supporting with bringing insights to implications and informing senior level decisions and strategies

qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required, MBA of advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of consumer experience at a strategy consulting firm or 6+ years of consumer market research experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint & Excel
• Experience developing sharp insights that have direct impact on strategic outcomes
• Comfortable analyzing and synthesizing data
• Proven analytical thinker and motivated self-starter

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 $112,000 - 147,000 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 Arrangment

This role is classified as In Person under our SSC Workplace Policy: In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

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