Raw Materials Developer (colour)

Location: Taiwan

State/Province/City: Taipei City

City: Taipei

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time



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 Colour Team are technical experts who are passionate about executing seasonal and long range colour developments. Collaborating with cross functional teams to support in problem solving and finding solutions for colour execution. Ensure all lab dips are approved to meet calendar deadlines, and all colours meet Lululemon standards and give the highest level of colour matching.

A day in the life:

• Visually & Digitally reviews lab dips to meet colour and colourfastness quality standards
• Track all approvals and rejections in PLM to assure calendar and buy ready deadlines are met
• Measure and track supplier performance in terms of colour matching, submit turn time, colour quality and communication
• Provides expertise on achievability & feasibility
• Supports in building premium color performance
• Understands basic colour theory to solve colour issues
• Collaborate with SSC Color department to ensure full transparency and awareness of color status
• Work side by side with the team to support in balancing workload and business needs

Qualifications:

• 5 years experience working as a colorist for an apparel brand or textile mill, preferable a sport performance or fashion brand
• 16 or better on Munsell Hue 100 Test
• Good understanding of Datacolor and/or Xrite software
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Adobe Illustrator, PLM) software, Microsoft office applications and Outlook); experience with colour tools and systems
• Provides expertise on achievability & feasibility
• Collaborate with SSC Color department to ensure full transparency and awareness of colour status
• Knowledge of product creation calendar timeline and able to work against deadline
• Team player and good understanding of apparel industry functions

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.

Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks)

At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person – body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.

Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

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