Senior Materials Engineer, Footwear Innovation

Location: United States of America

State/Province/City: Oregon

City: Portland

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time



Description & Requirements

Footwear Innovation | Senior Materials Engineer

(Be Planet)

Location: Portland, Oregon

who we are

lululemon is a yoga-inspired technical apparel company up-to big things. The practice and philosophy of yoga informs our overall purpose to elevate the world through the power of practice. We are proud to be a growing global company with locations all around the world, from Vancouver to Shanghai, and places in between. We owe our success to our innovative product, our emphasis on our stores, our commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we get to make in every community we are in.

about this team

The Footwear innovation team is a diverse group of designers, developers, engineers, and scientists, who are future-thinking, detail-orientated and solution-focused. They are at the forefront of performance and lifestyle footwear and are aware of technological advances in product creation and how this relates to the sportswear industry. They are strong communicators who value and develop their cross-functional relationships. This is a team of high performers who are constantly striving to develop personally and professionally, practicing open feedback in a trusting space.

a day in the life; what you will do

• Partner with the Footwear Innovation Be Planet Director to conduct innovative footwear materials research and development for lululemon. This team focuses on innovative footwear manufacturing, materials, and process solutions to reduce environmental impact without compromise.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging material/finish performance technologies, and sustainable practices/regulations in footwear materials.
• Support both short-term and long-term Be Planet innovation roadmap projects. Be a proactive collaborator and partner supporting the day-to-day needs of the team.
• Research, identify, and develop innovative and sustainable materials for use in footwear, aligning with Be Planet roadmap projects and unmet guest needs.
• Stay current on innovation projects and provide regular reports on material development progress, challenges, and opportunities when requested. Develops innovation manuals once projects are ready to transition to mainline.

qualifications

• 8-10 years' experience in footwear materials innovation with a focus on sustainability.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to footwear materials and sustainability.
• Strong understanding of the sports footwear creation process and materials innovation.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to communicate project progress, manage conflicts, and proactively anticipate challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including collaborative problem-solving, negotiating, issue resolution, and relationship management.
• in a time-sensitive, demanding, and dynamic environment, and can self-start, organize, prioritize, multi-task, and balance competing priorities with a keen sense of urgency.
• Manages effectively with ambiguity, complexity, and change, with high emotional intelligence.
• Competency of enterprise Microsoft 365 applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Planner, etc.).
• Can travel approximately 10% of the time with demonstrated experience traveling to overseas vendors to develop and commercialize innovative materials.

must haves

• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve results.
• Communicates with honesty and kindness and creates the space for others to do the same.
• Handles confidential information respectfully.
• 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.
• Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
• Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka does not take themselves too seriously.

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 $116,400- $145,500  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 equity offerings, 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.