For more information on this position please visit:

http://www.arcteryx.com/careers.aspx?article=Product-Developer

Arc’teryx is an energetic and exceptionally innovative company, with over 400 employees. Our ongoing success stems from an uncompromising passion to continuously challenge, and radically improve, the status quo. At the foundation of our organization is a dynamic team of exceptionally talented, fun, and active people.

Our modern head office is located on Vancouver’s picturesque North Shore, near the second narrows bridge, with a causal and fun work environment that supports and encourages work-life balance. We also have plenty of parking, a bike room, indoor staff bouldering gym, frequent summer BBQs and other events, as well as a great employee discount.

We are seeking a hardworking, detail oriented person with at least 2 years experience in apparel construction to join our development team. Working with our in house designers, patternmakers and production teams you will produce industry leading, innovative and high-end technical clothing.

Ideally you will have:

* Knowledge of technical apparel construction and sourcing
* 2+ years experience in soft goods development, production or merchandising
* Strong problem solving skills
* Ability to interpret design intent and product innovation
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Extreme attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

* Capture and detail all product materials/construction information, and maintain an accurate database of BOM information that will result in efficient raw material purchasing and accurately produced finished product
* Coordinate all factory communication throughout development process to ensure accurate material sourcing, costing, and successful execution of product
* Direct development process to achieve commercial viability of designs through collaboration with Design, Materials Development, Purchasing, Production and Quality departments
* Manage the calendar and process including costing, quality evaluation, fabric, trim and color standards and approval requirements with the factory
* Manage proto, sample, counter-sample and production approvals to ensure Arc’teryx quality standards as well as on time deliveries
* Prepare accurate initial cost estimates for all prototypes and manage costing process to ensure consistent, accurate cost sheets are received from all vendors and approvals are clearly communicated internally and externally
* Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing and Design departments on all sampling requirements
* Work in collaboration with design and pattern making to ensure products meet established fit and measurement standards
* Support the sourcing and training of new factory resources and ensure that Arc’teryx brand standards are met
* Work in conjunction with the Design team and Marketing Team to ensure all external product communication accurately reflects product model and specification

How to apply:

Please forward resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format to hr@arcteryx.com, quoting “1006-PD-crg” in the subject line.