Full-Time

Manager – Sourcing

Posted on 6/27/2024

Arc'teryx Equipment

Arc'teryx Equipment

1,001-5,000 employees

Premium outdoor apparel and gear provider

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$104k - $130kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Vancouver, BC, Canada

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid remote work.

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • You have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Apparel or Textile Design, Technology, Merchandising, or Engineering
  • You have 8+ years’ experience in sourcing, design, development, production, or merchandising, ideally including 3+ years’ experience in people leadership
  • You have a strong knowledge of apparel construction, material construction and properties, pattern making, costing, bill of materials, embroidery and surface applications
  • You have strong digital dexterity skills, including the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and leverage data
  • You have proven skills in problem solving, interpreting design intent and product innovation
  • You have proven performance history with domestic and offshore vendors and manufacturers
  • You have strong verbal and written communication skills
  • You have an extreme attention to detail
  • You have strong prioritization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • You set a clear vision, align your team around common objectives, and foster commitment to these objectives
  • You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions
  • You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
  • You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration
  • You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
  • You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
  • Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it
Responsibilities
  • Managing your category and vendor relationships on long range planning, challenges and opportunities
  • Reporting and driving improvement on key metrics that deliver speed, quality, cost and efficiency
  • Partnering with cross functional teams and our external vendors to provide continuous improvements in speed, scalability, efficiency and consistency in our development to manufacturing process
  • Connecting and driving progress on cross functional projects providing supply chain impacts and risk mitigation to the business goals
  • Building, coaching, and guiding a high performing team of Sourcing Specialists who facilitate seasonal costing deliverables and model commercialization
  • Managing processes and planning workload to ensure timelines are met to support delivery expectations
  • Overseeing finished goods product costing negotiations and procedures
  • Managing the commercialization and development of multi-sourced models
  • Translating long range strategies to drive seasonal allocation and execution priorities
  • Supporting the sourcing and assessment and onboarding of new factories needed to support growth, category expansion and flexibility in our supply chain
  • Developing and executing vendor strategies to ensure capabilities and capacity to support the business’ long-term strategic goals
  • Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions
  • Upholding Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing throughout the Arc’teryx supply chain
  • By working closely with the Amer Sports Global Sourcing Vendor Sustainability team on quarterly business reviews and training/capacity building (at least annually)
  • By adhering to negotiated lead times and balanced annual capacities to expedite responsible purchasing practices as outlined in the Responsible Sourcing Policy

Arc'teryx specializes in high-performance outdoor apparel and gear for activities like mountain running, hiking, and climbing. Their products are designed with advanced materials and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring they perform well in extreme conditions. Unlike many competitors, Arc'teryx focuses on technical excellence and direct-to-consumer sales, which allows them to maintain a strong connection with their customers. The company aims to provide durable and quality gear for adventure enthusiasts while fostering community engagement through initiatives like Muslim Hikers, promoting inclusivity in outdoor activities.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Vancouver, Canada

Founded

1989

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sustainable material innovations align with growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products.
  • Collaborative collections with fashion brands expand market reach and brand appeal.
  • Expansion into urban outdoor wear taps into a growing trend for city-friendly functionality.

What critics are saying

  • High-priced items like $5,000 AI-powered e-Pants may alienate cost-conscious customers.
  • Increased competition from collaborations could dilute Arc'teryx's focus on technical excellence.
  • Expansion into new retail locations may strain resources and lead to inefficiencies.

What makes Arc'teryx Equipment unique

  • Arc'teryx excels in high-performance gear for extreme conditions, ensuring reliability and durability.
  • The brand's meticulous design and advanced materials set it apart in the outdoor apparel market.
  • Arc'teryx's direct-to-consumer model enhances customer engagement and brand loyalty.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

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