Lead, Knits, Wovens & Hardgoods Validation

Arc'teryx Equipment; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor apparel company in North Vancouver is seeking a Lead for Knits, Wovens and Hardgoods to oversee a specialized team. This role emphasizes technical validation and testing, ensuring all developments meet rigorous standards. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of product development experience, strong leadership, and communication skills. The position offers a base salary ranging from CAD 94,000 to CAD 129,000 and a collaborative working environment focused on innovation and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in product development with a minimum of 2 years at senior level.
• Understanding of the product lifecycle process from ideation to consumer.
• Knowledge of raw materials, construction, and sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in testing and validation of technical sets.
• Create documentation of testing methods and results.
• Partner with compliance for regulatory changes.

Skills

Product development experience

Technical construction understanding

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent training

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading outdoor apparel company in North Vancouver is seeking a Lead for Knits, Wovens and Hardgoods to oversee a specialized team. This role emphasizes technical validation and testing, ensuring all developments meet rigorous standards. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of product development experience, strong leadership, and communication skills. The position offers a base salary ranging from CAD 94,000 to CAD 129,000 and a collaborative working environment focused on innovation and inclusivity.