Associate Materials Developer - Color

Canada Goose; Toronto; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Canada Goose in Toronto is seeking an Associate Materials Developer - Colour to coordinate seasonal colour lab dips, trims, and graphics, maintain PLM records, and support color approvals for successful commercialization.

You will work with Design, Materials Development, Sourcing and QA to manage colour standards from Pantone/Coloro/Archroma, organize colour cards, and provide weekly status updates across teams to ensure timely delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• Degree in Textiles, Textile Engineering or Fashion Design.
• 1-3 years of work experience in outdoor apparel industry preferred.
• Proven experience in colour development within apparel/textile industries.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track seasonal colour lab dips, trim colour, and graphic developments in PLM.
• Maintain colour development records and communicate approvals to suppliers.
• Manage colour standards from providers (Pantone, Coloro, Archroma).
• Create and maintain colour boards and colour cards; organize lab dips and submissions.
• Provide weekly status updates on colour developments to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Colour development

Textile knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Textiles or Fashion Design

Tools

PLM

MS Office

Illustrator

Job description

Location: Toronto Address: 100 Queens Quay East Toronto, Ontario M5E 1V3 Canada Job Title: Associate Materials Developer - Color Canada Goose isn't like anything else. We've built something great, something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you're part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people. Here, opportunities are everywhere - to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they're yours for the taking.

Position Overview:

Canada Goose is committed to exceptional craftsmanship and product excellence. The Associate Materials Developer, Colour plays a key role in supporting the end-to-end colour development process by partnering with Design, Materials Development, Sourcing, and Quality Assurance teams. This role is responsible for coordinating seasonal colour and graphic developments, maintaining accurate data and physical records, managing colour standards, and supporting the timely approval and communication of colour developments to ensure successful commercialization.

About The Role

Coordinate and track seasonal colour lab dip, trim colour, and graphic developments within the PLM system, ensuring data accuracy for both new and carryover developments.

Maintain and update colour development records in PLM and communicate colour comments and approvals to suppliers.

Order and manage colour standards from colour providers, including Pantone, Coloro, and Archroma.

Request colour cards, colour submissions, and development materials from suppliers.

Create and maintain seasonal colour boards and colour presentation materials.

Create, update, and maintain physical colour keys.

Receive, organize, and track incoming lab dips and graphic submissions.

Maintain physical records of approved lab dips, colour standards, graphics, colour cards, and related records.

Provide weekly status updates on seasonal colour and graphic developments to cross-functional teams.

Manage the exports of approved colour and graphic data from PLM to D365.

Create and distribute standard cards for Quality Assurance and FG Sourcing teams.

Coordinate distribution of approved colour and graphic developments to internal stakeholders.

Colour review for graphic developments.

Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management of colour standards, development submissions, and related materials.

About You

Degree in Textiles, Textile Engineering or Fashion Design

1-3 years of work experience, preferably with outdoor apparel industry with a working knowledge of the industry.

Proven experience in colour development within apparel, textile, or related industries.

Working knowledge of textile manufacturing, apparel processes, and commercialization.

Highly organized and self sufficient

Detail oriented with strong analytical skills and aptitude

Process driven and able to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once.

An action-oriented attitude with a proactive approach to problem solving and decision making.

Collaborator with excellent communication skills, and strong people skills with the ability to be flexible, solution oriented and adaptive to changing priorities and quick turns.

Knowledge of textile manufacturing process, development, and timelines

Experience collaborating with Suppliers and Vendors outside of North America

Strong IT skills (MS Office, Illustrator, PLM)

What’s in it For You?

• A company built on Canadian roots and heritage
• Your work is recognized with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program
• Opportunities for career growth through numerous internal and external programs
• Recognize and be recognized by your peers with our Goose Rewards & ICON Rewards
• Be a part of CG Gives. Donation matching and paid volunteer time to help the organizations you care about
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

Salary Range:

$53,000.00 - $74,000.00 / year

About the salary range: We’re committed to being open and fair about pay. The range provided is intended as a guideline and does not represent a guaranteed offer. When we make an offer, we consider the responsibilities of the position, market data, and internal equity to ensure consistency across our team. Your actual offer will depend on your experience, skills, and alignment with the role.

Vacancy status: This posting represents an active vacancy for which we are currently hiring. At Canada Goose, we believe that belonging goes beyond mere inclusion. It’s about being part of a community that values, supports, and empowers you. We thrive when we can be our authentic selves. Our community is built on empathy and the understanding that every individual’s experience is unique, and every voice is important. We also recognize that communities are ever evolving, and that our work is never done. At Canada Goose, belonging is more than just an ideal—it’s the key to unlocking our collective potential, taking us further together.

Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

There are multiple ways to interview with us! If you require any interview accommodation for your interview, please email us at [e-mail].

At Canada Goose, you’ll find purpose in keeping the planet cold and the people on it warm. As part of our team, you’ll embrace your inherent responsibility to give back, protect our environment, and make a meaningful impact—all while experiencing that unique ‘Canadian Warmth’ that defines our culture.

Canada Goose isn't like anything else. We’ve built something great, something special - an iconic brand with an inspirational and authentic story. Here, opportunities are everywhere – to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they’re yours for the taking.

We embrace diversity in all its forms and definition and strive to remove barriers to create an inclusive culture and equitable workplace where everyone can live authentically, every day and in every situation.