Associate Materials Developer - Color

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

Benefits offered by this job

Goose Rewards

ICON Rewards

Total Rewards Program

Career growth opportunities

Donation matching (CG Gives)

Volunteer time

Job summary

Canada Goose in Toronto is seeking an Associate Materials Developer - Colour to support end-to-end colour development. You will coordinate seasonal colour lab dips, manage colour records in PLM, and ensure timely approvals with suppliers for successful product commercialization.

The role requires a textile degree and 1-3 years in colour development, with IT proficiency (MS Office, Illustrator, PLM) and familiarity with Pantone/Coloro/Archroma. Strong organization and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Textiles, Textile Engineering or Fashion Design.
• 1-3 years of work experience, preferably with outdoor apparel 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.
• Collaborator with excellent communication skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track seasonal colour lab dip, trim colour, and graphic developments within the PLM system.
• 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 developments to internal stakeholders.
• Colour review for graphic developments.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management of colour standards and related materials.

Skills

MS Office

Illustrator

PLM

Education

Degree in Textiles

Tools

Pantone

Coloro

Archroma

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.

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