The Global Procurement team are trusted business advisors who strategically partner with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to create value and mitigate risk in strategic non-product purchases for the global organization. The team supports the business in increasing its profitability and return on investment by creating value in our indirect supply chain through strategic & stakeholder-centric procurement. From providing category expertise, market insights, cost savings opportunities, supplier performance and relationship management & developing short and long-term strategies, the Global Procurement team plays a key role in value delivery for our business.

The Global

Procurement team are trusted business advisors who strategically partner with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to create value and mitigate risk in strategic non-product purchases for the global organization. The team supports the business in increasing its profitability and return on investment by creating value in our indirect supply chain through strategic & stakeholder-centric procurement. From providing category expertise, market insights, cost savings opportunities, supplier performance and relationship management & developing short and long-term strategies, the Global Procurement team plays a key role in value delivery for our business.

Reporting to the Procurement Director for the Tech category, the Category Manager partners with stakeholders to advance their business goals and priorities. You will apply advanced data analysis, lead competitive sourcing and negotiations, manage suppliers, and drive end-to-end project execution.



You will also support the Procurement Leadership Team in delivering the annual category strategy and proactively surface opportunities and risks that may impact those objectives.

Support the development and execution of category strategies through a collaborative, inclusive approach that aligns to business and enterprise priorities. Contribute market intelligence and value analytics to inform sourcing strategies and category planning. Build strong partnerships with business leaders to execute sourcing initiatives that meet functional priorities and elevate Global Procurement’s impact.

Analyze spend and other data sources to identify value opportunities and generate actionable insights. Facilitate the contract management process and partner with Legal to ensure timely, accurate execution of agreements. Manage and maintain tools and processes used to plan, track, and execute strategic sourcing activities.

Bachelor ~ Preferred: MBA, SCMP or equivalent professional designation ~5+ years Indirect Procurement experience ~2+ years Technology Category Management experience ~ Excellent PC skills (Microsoft Office), knowledge of P2P (Coupa)/Oracle a plus. ~ Relationship building: Category management:



Demonstrates strong knowledge of market dynamics, commercial structures, cost drivers, and industry trends. ~ Independently develops creative contracting and sourcing options using established category frameworks.

Project management: Leads complex projects and manages multiple deliverables concurrently. Uses tools and techniques to track progress, manage risks, and proactively communicate changes. Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.

Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships. lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and teamperformance. 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, subject to program eligibility requirements.

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 Savings and retirement plan matching People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few) The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, perks, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

📌 Category Manager, Technology - Indirect Procurement (Vancouver)
🏢 Lululemon
📍 Vancouver