Manager, Pattern Maker

ARC'TERYX; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

ARC’TERYX in North Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Manager, Pattern Maker to lead a skilled pattern team and collaborate with designers and developers to ensure quality, fit, and performance. The role focuses on interpreting design intent, developing patterns, and maintaining documentation across production stages.

You will drive standardization of fit by category, build pattern libraries, and mentor team members while aligning with cross-functional partners to deliver on time in full.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in pattern making and production.
• 3+ years in a leadership capacity.
• Knowledge of garment construction and grading specialty.
• Experience using Gerber PDS & Accumark.
• Experience leading a team and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to pattern makers and leads.
• Interpret design intent and create prototype, sample and graded production patterns.
• Manage workload to meet development and production deadlines.
• Maintain communication with design teams for new construction methods.
• Collaborate with designers and product developers on standards and specs.
• Develop SOPs and documentation for efficient processes.

Skills

Pattern making

Leadership

Garment construction

Grading

Gerber PDS

Accumark

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Independence

Tools

Gerber PDS

Accumark

Job description

Department :Product Creation Development

Reports to: Director, Product DevelopmentExecution

Location: NorthVancouver, BC

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX: As the Manager, PatternMakeryouprovide leadership to the pattern team and support to the development team in their efforts to develop a consistent level of quality, fit and performance, promoting the Arc’teryx brand as one that exceeds customer expectations

Meet Your Future Team:

We are a small,high-performingteam that worksclosely with allaspectsof product creation. The work we do behind the scenes supports designers andproduct developerstoaccomplishgo-to-market deliverables.You will be part of a focused team of pattern makers, product developers, designers, and a cut and sew team that works on creating innovative product. Our team builds strong relationships with cross-functional partners to realize ideas into commercialized successes.

If you were in the Manager, Pattern Maker role now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:

• Providing leadership to pattern makersand leads,while building, coachinga high performing team of technical Pattern Makers, and owning the day-to-day leadership of the team
• Ensuring thepattern teaminterpretdesign intent,createprototype,sampleand graded production patterns, ensuring that methods and documentation are consistent with known factory methods and processes
• Managing workload within the patternmaking teamto ensure development and production deadlines are met
• Maintaining regular communication with sample line and design team to ensure consistent methods for new technical construction are well communicated
• Working with design toidentifyMaker Phase needs for concepting and block development
• Working with design toestablishstandard fit by product category/end use and ensure product size/fit consistency, including consistent use of block pattern library by pattern team, working with design, development team on new blocks asrequired
• Establishing andmaintainingcomputer pattern libraries, ensuring change consistency amongst all patternmakers.
• Developingandsupportpatternmakers in buildingSOP’s / clear documentation and process to ensure smooth andanefficientprocesswithin the I2C calendar.
• Partnering with Proofof Concept andCommercializationteamsto ensure a smooth transition throughout the I2C process andenablingProduct Creation Development to deliver on time in full.
• Collaborating with Designers and Product Developers toestablishand document product construction standards and illustrated technical specifications for all product
• Building business relationships with Designers,Cut and Sew, Product Developers, and Factory partners
• Ensuringaccuratefinished garment measurement specifications are developed andmaintainedeach season
• Troubleshooting problems and ensuringregular maintenance of computer software and equipment
• Identifyingthe need and building best practice processes and procedures are in place and understood by all team members.
• SupportingLeadership to refine as needed to meet changing business needs and design integrity

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

• Working on high visibility projects supporting strategic needs for the future
• Project management of custom calendar projects
• Building the team’s leadership capabilities and supporting the ongoing development of our talent

Are you our next Manager, Pattern Maker?

• You have a10+yearsinpatternmakingand production, with 3+ years in a leadership capacity
• Youhave the ability towork from pattern blocks or from sketches
• You have knowledge of garment construction, grading specialty
• You have experience using Gerber PDS &Accumark
• You have experience leading a team
• You have effective verbal and written communications skills
• You have good attention to detail
• You have strong interpersonal skills
• Youhave the ability towork independently
• You havedemonstratedmanagement skills
• You are proactive inidentifyingthe root cause of issues and developing solutions
• You remainhighly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
• You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration
• You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
• You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
• Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it

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 isdeterminedby your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.

We’recommitted 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 & Flexibilit** y** - 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.