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Arc'teryx Equipment

High-performance outdoor apparel and gear

Senior Manager, Distribution and Transportation - Distributions & Transportation

Operations & LogisticsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTokyo, JapanNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree and/or professional designation in a relevant field, such as Logistics, SCMP, Business, or Commerce.
  • At least 8 years of experience in warehousing, logistics, or operational leadership roles.
  • A proven record of developing and implementing warehousing strategies.
  • Knowledge of change-management best practices.
  • Ability to improve business processes and implement new ways of working to help teams achieve their goals and metrics.
  • Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
  • Previous experience in a global business environment.
  • Working knowledge of SAP ERP and Warehouse Management Systems.
  • Ability to identify root causes of issues and develop solutions.
  • Flexibility and adaptability when faced with ambiguity.
  • Ability to balance autonomy and collaboration.
  • Ability to inspire continuous improvement and consider effective solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead APAC distribution operations to achieve service, quality, inventory, and cost performance targets.
  • Translate global Warehousing & Logistics strategies into annual operational plans, objectives, and KPIs for the APAC region.
  • Partner with Amer Sports-operated facilities and third-party logistics providers to align operational performance with Arc'teryx expectations and service commitments.
  • Lead relationships with key brand third-party logistics partners in APAC.
  • Manage relationships with distribution centre leaders and operational partners across APAC to resolve issues, remove barriers, and drive performance improvements.
  • Align regional peak readiness, labour planning, capacity planning, and resource allocation plans.
  • Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions to address service, inventory, or fulfilment challenges.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and guest experience.
  • Partner with Commercial, Planning, Transportation, Customs, and Supply Chain teams to align priorities and execution requirements.
  • Support new business initiatives, operational launches, and process changes in APAC.
  • Evaluate operational risks and recommend improvements to procedures, processes, and ways of working.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of people leaders and individual contributors while fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Guide operational decision-making and prioritization to align work with departmental objectives and regional business needs.
  • Review operational deliverables, monitor progress against plans, and hold teams accountable for results.
  • Develop annual operational plans to support APAC business growth and evolving distribution requirements.
  • Support distribution network expansion and capacity enhancement initiatives within the region.
  • Implement new fulfilment capabilities and omnichannel initiatives to improve guest experience.
  • Drive operational readiness for market expansion, retail growth, and increased eCommerce demand.
  • Partner on warehouse system enhancements and process standardization across APAC locations.

About the Company

Arc'teryx Equipment

High-performance outdoor apparel and gear

Arc’teryx designs and sells premium outdoor clothing and gear for activities like mountain running, hiking, and climbing. Its product range includes jackets, pants, footwear, and accessories for men and women, sold through its website, own stores, and selected outdoor retailers. The gear emphasizes technical performance and durable materials to perform in extreme conditions, with seasonal launches such as lighter mountain-running gear. The company differentiates itself through meticulous design, advanced materials, and a direct-to-consumer plus wholesale model, paired with a strong reputation for quality. Its goal is to equip adventure enthusiasts with reliable, high-performance equipment and to foster a sense of community around outdoor activity, as seen in initiatives like Muslim Hikers.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
M&A
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
1989

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