Design Director

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

You lead the creation of innovative and exceptional consumer product concepts for Arc’teryx with a focus on men’s apparel for our Climb and Snow product categories. Your strong consumer-facing product vision delivers resolved and cohesive product design direction aligned with our product merchandising strategy. You provide strong creative leadership to our product design teams to deliver world-class product and an exceptional consumer experience.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-site, with some hybrid flexibility.

Meet Your Future Team:

We are builders, problem solvers and passionate outdoor enthusiasts. Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying future needs then build, test, and validate products that solve for real functional challenges. We are innovative problem solvers with a focus on collaborative teamwork.

If you were in the Director, Design role now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:

• Building design direction that delivers against the brand vision, product strategy and company goals.
• Providing direction to product design teams to enable successful execution of seasonal range plans, as prepared by and aligned with the Merchandising team, that deliver against the Design vision, product strategy and company goals.
• Leading and empowering the product design team to identify and create comprehensive and innovative design solutions, technologies, construction methods and components that are in-line with Arc’teryx design values by providing high level design direction.
• Solving for a wide range of environments and climate conditions that allow the user to move at their peak performance as a mountain athlete.
• Participating in broader organizational strategy and planning as a key member of the Design leadership team.
• Collaborating and aligning with Women's apparel counterparts in Climb & Snow on Arc’teryx product strategy in line with the Design vision.
• Collaborating with Advanced Concepts in the creation of innovative platforms to support Men’s Climb & Snow.
• Presenting product direction at seasonal stage gates.
• Traveling globally to research product, participate in activities and attend industry events.

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

• Creating a culture of unmatched climb and snow product excellence and consumer knowledge.
• Hiring, coaching, and inspiring a team of talented designers to drive innovation and creative vision.
• Continuously innovating and evolving our climb and snow product to meet and exceed the needs of the guest.

Are you our next Director, Design?

• You have a degree in Apparel Design, Industrial Design or Textile Engineering.
• You have 12+ years of industry experience in technical apparel and or performance hardgoods design and/or production, including 5+ years leading design teams.
• You have an excellent softgoods knowledge of technical garments, footwear, and gear construction, fit and materials.
• You have a relationship with and knowledge of both climbing and snow cultures, and you deeply understand the activity specific needs of the athlete.
• You have a keen interest in technical product and its application to a variety of outdoor activities.
• You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions with an unwavering commitment to do what is right.
• You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity.
• You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration.
• You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement.
• Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it.
• You have the ability to travel internationally as required.
• Please provide a link to your portfolio or attach one with your application. Applications submitted without a portfolio or relevant work examples may not be considered.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is CAD$167,000 - CAD$205,000

Total Rewards

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.

We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.

In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:

• Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.

• Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).

• Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.

• Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).

   *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.

Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx 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 there’s always a better way. 

Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world. 

Live it. Get out there - the mountains make us better 
Disruptive evolution. In pursuit of better. Always. 
Commit. We set bold objectives and see them through.