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Lead, Knits, Wovens and Hardgoods Base pay range: CA$94,000.00/yr - CA$129,000.00/yr Department : Product Creation Development Reports to : Senior Manager, Proof of Concept Validation Location : North Vancouver, BC Your opportunity at Arcteryx: As the Lead, Knits, Wovens and Hardgoods you lead a specialized team of Experts, Engineers and Product Developers through the testing and validation of technical sets. Your efforts focus on testing, validation of materials and construction. Your innovative, solutionsfocused approach to Proof of Concept ensures that each new development meets Arcteryx standards, design intent and downstream requirements. You demonstrate integrity in your work, lead by example, and provide overall support and coaching to your team. Meet your future team: Were a small but highperforming team at the heart of product creation. Our work behind the scenes powers every stage of developmentfrom concept to commercialization. We collaborate closely with Designers, Product Developers and specialists in Circularity, Repairability, Disassembly, Raw Material Development and Manufacturing to validate the finishedgoods toolbox and ensure gotomarket success. By building strong relationships across functions, we transform ideas into durable, sustainable and innovative products that meet the highest standards of performance and integrity. Core responsibilities Support the Senior Manager, Proof of Concept Validation in building and coaching a team of technical Experts, Engineers and Developers, and own the daytoday leadership and development of the team. Own and develop accurate documentation of testing and validation methods and results whilst ensuring parameters are accurately recorded. Partner with Compliance to identify changes in regulations/standards and how these changes impact constructions. Partner with Compliance and engineering to identify Hardgoods pulltest needs and initial testing. Facilitate regular communication between crossfunctional groups to establish and maintain practices to ensure smooth transition to downstream teams. Partner with Product Integrity to ensure all constructions/technical sets meet our standards. Partner with Product Operations on calendar requirements, ensuring timelines are met throughout the ProofofConcept process by managing workloads among team members. Provide regular reporting of metrics to ProofofConcept leadership team. Accurately produce technical drawings of approved constructions and maintain Knits, Wovens and Hardgoods construction and testing libraries. Manage a limited repertoire of testing and validating materials and construction as the technical expert, ensuring Arcteryx brand standards are consistently met. Communicate seasonal technical sets validation in the transition to Execution. Act as the point of contact for troubleshooting any sample/technical set challenges during Execution and Commercialization phases. Future work you could be involved in Support strategic needs through contributions to highvisibility projects. Projectmanage key initiatives. Work directly with crossfunctional partners on any key developments. Qualifications 8+ years experience in product development, with a minimum of 2 years at a senior/expert level focused on technical/innovative apparel and equipment, or equivalent additional experience. Undergraduate degree or equivalent industry training, certification or related business experience. Complete understanding of the product lifecycle processfrom ideation to consumer. Comprehensive understanding of design intent, product aesthetics, construction, production and fit. Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Strong leadership skills with an aptitude for coaching and mentoring teams. Extensive knowledge of raw materials, technical construction and sourcing. Experience effectively communicating with and traveling to domestic and offshore vendors and manufacturers. Experience in product costing and negotiation skills. Detailoriented with strong organizational skills. Goaldriven with a resultsoriented attitude. Strong prioritization skills. Strong computer skills in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office. Equal Opportunity Arcteryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate. All applicants, employees and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values. Leave it Better We believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that theres always a better way. Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities and the world. Salary Range CAD $94,000 CAD $129,000 (base pay only). Individual pay is determined by factors such as jobrelated skills, relevant experience, education and/or training. The range does not include our competitive bonus program and benefits. Seniority level MidSenior level Employment type Fulltime Job function Other Industries: Apparel & Fashion #J-18808-Ljbffr