At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global trade compliance initiatives and ensure seamless trade practices.
- Company: Join lululemon, a leader in innovative performance apparel.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on personal responsibility and connection.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic team focused on compliance and innovation.
- Qualifications: 5-8 years in trade compliance with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 88200 - 115800 $ per year.
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 Global Trade Compliance team is a vital pillar within lululemon’s supply chain, dedicated to upholding and enforcing compliance with international trade laws and regulations. With a primary mission of ensuring that trade activities align with established standards, this team plays a central role in upholding lululemon's commitment to compliant and seamless trade practices.
Core responsibilities
- Serve as the subject matter expert for origin determination and preferential trade programs, supporting the execution and continuous improvement of lululemon's global trade compliance initiatives.
- Help operationalize strategic program objectives by developing processes, maintaining documentation, supporting system enhancements, and providing technical guidance to Trade Compliance Specialists and cross-functional business partners.
- Ensure accurate origin determinations, FTA qualification, supplier documentation collection, and compliance with applicable customs regulations.
- Collaborate with teams across Sourcing, Product Development, Materials, Logistics, Technology, and external partners to build scalable processes, improve operational efficiency, and support compliance across global markets.
- Act as the subject matter expert for origin determination, Rules of Origin (ROO), Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and related customs requirements.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and day-to-day support to Trade Compliance Specialists.
- Lead FTA qualification, solicitation, validation, certification, and recordkeeping activities.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve SOPs, work instructions, process documentation, training materials, and operational controls.
- Support trade compliance audits, self-assessments, regulatory inquiries, and KPI reporting.
- Serve as a collaborative resource across Global Trade Compliance programs.
Qualifications
- 5-8+ years of experience in Global Trade Compliance, Customs Compliance, International Trade, or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in preferential and non-preferential origin determination, Rules of Origin (ROO), Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and related customs regulations.
- Proven experience leading FTA qualification, supplier solicitation, validation, certification, and recordkeeping processes.
- Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, work instructions, process documentation, training materials, and operational controls.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to provide technical guidance, training, and support to team members.
- Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
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.
- 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.
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 $88,200 - $115,800 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
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series
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
This role is classified as in-person under our SSC Workplace Policy: In-person collaboration and/or office-based work is necessary or important for the role. Work is mainly performed onsite, 4-5 days per week depending on role requirements.
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.
At lululemon, we are committed to privacy, integrity, transparency, and ethical hiring practices.
Global Trade Compliance Lead in Vancouver employer: lululemon
At lululemon, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation. As the Senior Director of Merchandise Planning, you will not only lead strategic initiatives but also benefit from our commitment to employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and a supportive work environment. Located in the vibrant city of Vancouver, you'll enjoy a dynamic workplace that values wellness, creativity, and a passion for performance.
