Apparel Developer

The Developer is responsible for managing the design process from concept to completion, developing a product that is trend relevant and aligns with the aesthetic of the Lulus consumer while providing a line that meets the buying team's business objectives and cost parameters. In addition, staying up to date on the latest trends, influencers, and aspirational and competitive landscape for their categories, maintaining strong relationships with the vendor community, and leading and developing a team of Associate Developers (s).

Lulus Vision

At Lulus, our team is committed to offering the best possible service to our customers throughout the world. Our fun and casual work environment focus on innovation and teamwork at all levels of the organization. We are always on the lookout for talented and dedicated people to join the Lulus team as we continue to build our community!

Our Commitment

Lulus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strives to create an organizational climate that fosters diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging so that all of our team members can show up as their authentic selves and thrive. We are committed to increasing the representation of marginalized people across our team through hiring practices that value lived experience and unique perspectives. Our work environment embraces creative expression, collaboration, and connection without the expectation of assimilation.

What You'll Do

• Research and stay up to speed on macro/emerging trends, key runway designers and influencers, aspirational benchmarks, and competitive landscape for their categories, and determine relevancy through the Lulus consumer lens.
• 365 Development to ensure an ongoing pipeline of new ideas to maximize sales trends, evolve key programs and meet the needs of the business model.
• Operate with a complete understanding of the development process (which may include design, engineering, pre-costing, and overseas development)
• Responsible for the growth and development of Lulus branded products by proactively managing the development process including private label and exclusive styles
• Partner with Vendor and Production to ensure fabric, design details, and garments are within cost parameters while providing value to the Lulus consumer.
• Increase in product range and offers:
• Lead innovation strategy work and direction with vendors for design, fabric, print/pattern, wash, and construction for their categories to achieve performance, margin targets, and retail pricing with an understanding of the Lulus customer
• Traveling to factories to expand Country of Origin and test new textiles
• Scout new samples/vendors to recommend products to be sold on Lulus.com
• Coordinate and monitor prototype samples for fit, quality, execution, and construction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors
• Work with Buying on weekly markdowns of slow-selling products to understand outdated trends, colors, and seasonality of the product
• Lead and develop a team of Associate Developers(s)
• Partner with the Planner and Buyer to achieve KPI Targets and budgets.
• Travel as needed.

What You'll Need

• Fashion Design Degree
• 6 years of Women's Design Experience
• 1-year managing associate developer or equivalent level
• Experience Designing for Women's Fast Fashion
• Experience in developing and identifying seasonal trends and creating story and mood boards
• Strong understanding of style, silhouettes, construction techniques, color, trims, fabric/yarn, print/pattern, and wash
• Ability to create functional, appealing, and on-point product designs
• Proven Track Record of Delivering KPI Targets
• Experience in leading a team
• Thorough knowledge of trends and fashion
• Keen understanding of the Lulus Girl
• Ability to filter global trends through the lens of the targeted consumer
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization
• Sense of urgency, highly detailed, and experience in meeting deadlines

What You'll Love About Us

• Great Company Culture - Where you can be your true authentic self!
• Bonus Plan for applicable roles
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability
• Prepare for the future - 401(k) with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Restricted Stock Units for applicable roles
• 30% employee discount!
• Recognition of employee birthdays and work anniversaries!
• Genuine work/life balance
• Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time, Mental Health Days
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

We're ready to meet you! Come help us achieve our ambitious goals!

At Lulus, we believe our people are our greatest asset and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range for the role. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include an annual bonus and other benefit programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90021

Salary : $85,000 - $95,000