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Arc'teryx Equipment · 1 month ago

Director, Process Operations- Product & Supply Chain

ARC'TERYX is a company focused on driving operational excellence across its supply chain functions. The Director, Process Operations- Product & Supply Chain will lead initiatives in both upstream and downstream operations, ensuring cohesive execution and timely delivery of products.

Consumer GoodsManufacturingOutdoorsRetailSporting Goods
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Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a high‑performing Process Operations team to enable seamless execution across the I2C calendar
Create work‑back plans for seasonal Raw Materials and Product Development milestones, defining clear outputs, roles, and decision rights
Standardize calendars and tools, ensuring one enterprise view of key dates, dependencies, and handoffs from concept to commercialization
Establish KPI‑led performance management (e.g., calendar adherence, material readiness, BOM integrity) with forward‑looking visibility and proactive risk reviews
Modernize reporting and dashboards to surface early signals and enable faster decisions across Product Creation, Materials, Planning, and Delivery
Drive cross‑functional operating rhythms (cadence, agendas, artifacts) that align upstream deliverables with downstream needs
Extend rigor and cohesion to Regional Operations, Brand, and Marketing, integrating upstream plans with GTM timelines, content readiness, and regional activation
Codify ways of working across global and regional teams, establishing governance for decision rights, escalations, and accountability
Coordinate seasonal readiness checkpoints (material, production, logistics, content, merchandising) to ensure on‑time seasonal delivery and speed to market
Optimize reporting to provide a single source of truth across supply chain and GTM, enabling scenario planning and cut‑off decisions
Champion continuous improvement by simplifying processes, removing friction, and scaling best practices across teams and seasons
Serve as an essential thought partner to executive leadership; influence strategic initiatives with clear operating mechanisms
Solicit feedback from cross‑functional leaders; synthesize and drive adoption of improvements to calendars, roles, and team structures
Build capability through training and change management; collaborate with People & Culture on recruitment and development plans
Uphold the Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing throughout the Arc’teryx supply chain

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementProcess ImprovementLeadership ExperienceKPI ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationChange ManagementBusiness AcumenEmotional IntelligenceStrategic Thinking

Required

10+ years' Supply Chain experience within an upstream and downstream apparel environment
3+ years' experience in director-level, leadership role
Ability to present strategic ideas and solicit buy-in from all levels of an organization
Strong influential leadership, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the business
Proven track record in developing and leading the execution of a multi-year business strategy
Strong business acumen with the ability to lead in a complex matrix business environment
Ability to think both strategically and tactically, with a persistent attention to detail
Proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions

Benefits

Competitive bonus program
Benefits that we offer

Company

Arc'teryx Equipment

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Arc’teryx is a Canadian company born in the Coast Mountains, where our passion for the outdoors drives us to push the boundaries of performance and durability.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Stuart Haselden
Chief Executive Officer
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