Marie-Ève Gagné

Store Planner at lululemon athletica

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

About

Passionate about turning complex data into actionable insights, I bring a unique blend of rigorous scientific research and real-world business acumen to drive strategic decisions. After a decade in physics research—spanning space exploration at the University of Toronto and climate modeling at Environment and Climate Change Canada—I pivoted to entrepreneurship, founding an online nutrition coaching business that empowered hundreds of clients to build sustainable habits for better physical and mental health. Today, as a Store Planner at lululemon athletica in Victoria, BC, I leverage my analytical expertise to optimize inventory, forecast demand, and support global merchandise planning. My background in data science and analytics enables me to handle fast-paced environments where metrics fuel growth and innovation. Key strengths: - Advanced data analysis and modeling (from academic research to retail planning) - Cross-functional collaboration in high-stakes, dynamic teams - Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on user/guest-centric outcomes I'm excited to connect with like-minded professionals in data analytics 🚀 //--- VERSION FRANÇAISE ---// Passionnée par la transformation de données complexes en informations exploitables, j’apporte un mélange unique de rigueur scientifique et d’expérience entrepreneuriale pour soutenir des décisions stratégiques éclairées. Après une décennie en recherche en physique — d’abord en exploration spatiale à l’Université de Toronto, puis en modélisation climatique à Environnement et Changement climatique Canada —, j’ai choisi de suivre ma passion pour la nutrition et la santé en fondant une entreprise de coaching en ligne. J’ai ainsi aidé des centaines de clients à adopter des habitudes durables pour améliorer leur bien-être physique et mental. Aujourd’hui, en tant que Store Planner chez lululemon athletica à Victoria (C.-B.), j’utilise mon expertise analytique pour optimiser les inventaires, prévoir la demande et soutenir la planification marchande à l’échelle mondiale. Mon parcours en science des données et en analyse me permet de m’épanouir dans des environnements dynamiques où les métriques alimentent la croissance et l’innovation. Forces principales : - Analyse et modélisation avancée de données (de la recherche académique à la planification retail) - Collaboration interfonctionnelle au sein d’équipes performantes et en évolution rapide - Esprit entrepreneurial centré sur les besoins des clients/convives Je suis ravie de connecter avec des professionnels partageant les mêmes intérêts en analyse de données 🚀

Experience

  • lululemon ()
    • Store Planner
      Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

      Forecast demand and optimize product assortment/inventory allocation across 75 Canadian stores, directly influencing multi-million-dollar seasonal buying and placement decisions Model size curves and regional performance using demographic, sales, and trend data to improve stock efficiency and minimize markdown risk Collaborate with store development and design teams on capacity and product flow modeling for new openings, relocations, and optimizations

    • Associate Planner
      Feb 2024 - Aug 2024 · 7 mos

      Executed inventory transfers, demand adjustments, and minimum presentation levels for Headwear & Seasonal class across North America and Europe, optimizing channel allocation (retail vs. e-commerce) to maximize sales, improve sell-through, and minimize lost opportunities Analyzed weekly sales performance and collaborate with Planner to implement inventory actions that consistently exceed financial plans Modelled product performance and regional demand to ensure right product placement at the right time, directly influencing multi-million-dollar inventory decisions

    • Planning Intern
      Jun 2023 - Jan 2024 · 8 mos

      Managed inventory capacity for the 400+ North American mainline stores using Anaplan adjustments based on real-time sales and in-stock flow to maintain optimal stock levels Designed, conducted, and analyzed a comprehensive store capacity survey to update front- and back-of-house unit/style-color limits, enabling accurate store grading and buy planning for peak season and future assortments Ran Snowflake queries to generate weekly reports on outlet sales performance and markdown inventory across distribution centers, supporting planners’ allocation decisions

  • Business Owner at ReNu Wellness
    Mar 2017 - Present · 9 yrs 5 mos

    Built and scaled an online nutrition coaching business, managing all aspects of marketing (Facebook Ads, copywriting, email automation), sales funnels, financials, and client program delivery

  • Associate Researcher - School of Earth and Ocean Sciences at University of Victoria
    Jul 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Analyzed Arctic sea ice climatology and variability using multi-decadal satellite/ground datasets (netCDF/HDF) and global circulation models to assess climate change impacts https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Marie-Eve-Gagne-4?ev=hdr_xprf

  • Health And Wellness Coach at Ageless Living
    Sep 2015 - Dec 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos

    I lead a well-designed customized medical weight loss program that goes far beyond dieting and exercise regimens. I use a comprehensive, science-based, medically-supervised, approach to incorporate fat reduction strategies that fit our client specific needs. A successful medically supervised weight loss program may include any or all of the following: - Customized weight loss plan - Nutrition planning - Body detoxification - Dietary supplementation - Vitamin supplementation - Hormone replacement - Healthy exercise - Trained medical supervision With the aid of a structured, holistic, medical approach, weight loss is no longer an insurmountable challenge. Shedding excessive pounds now becomes an achievable goal that can be realized relatively quickly, and most importantly, safely for your health and sustainable in the long term. This approach fits within our scope of living agelessly!

  • NSERC Visiting Fellow - Canadian Centre for Climate Modelling and Analysis at Environment and Climate Change Canada
    Jun 2013 - Jun 2016 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Conducted attribution studies on Arctic/Antarctic sea ice changes using global climate models; published findings in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences