Product - Senior Director/Director, Technical Development

Aritzia; Canada; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent fashion retailer in Canada is looking for a Director of Technical Development to drive product quality. This role involves leading the development process, ensuring products meet fit and construction standards, and fostering a culture of growth within the team. Qualified candidates will have expertise in patternmaking and a commitment to the company's values. A striking compensation package includes a salary range of $150,000-$250,000 per year, alongside industry-leading benefits that support employee wellness and growth.

Benefits

Product Discount

A-OK Commissary & Cafe

The SET - Fitness Studio

Aritzia Virtual Wellness

Aspirational Workplace

Amenities including a parent's room

Additional perks like dry-cleaning discounts

Qualifications

• Proven skills in patternmaking and garment construction.
• Commitment to Aritzia's Values and leadership principles.
• Ability to collaborate strategically across functions.
• Dedication to quality and business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily department functions in support of corporate objectives.
• Develop products that fulfill design vision and quality standards.
• Manage operations of technical development effectively.

Skills

Knowledge of 2D patternmaking

Sample measurement

Garment fitting assessment

Construction communication

PLM system experience

Job description

THE TEAM

The mission of the Technical Development Department is to deliver fit and construction that fulfills the creative design vision.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Technical Development team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for ensuring our product reflects world‑class fit and construction. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the Technical Development strategy, and creating various structures and processes to help develop product that delivers on our Everyday Luxury promise and creative vision. With people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high‑potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia – while enjoying one yourself.

THE ROLE

• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day‑to‑day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience.
• Determine the approach for developing product that fulfills the design vision
• Ensure that our product delivers a consistent and superior fit
• Ensure that our product executes with best‑in‑class construction
• Ensure fit samples best align with the creative design vision while addressing any limitations
• Bring life to our product samples to ensure wearable, functional and flattering fits
• Effectively manage and optimize the day‑to‑day operations of technical development
• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day‑to‑day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The (Sr.) Director, Technical Development, has:

• Proven and best‑in‑class skills, applicable certifications, education and/or experience in:
  • Knowledge of 2D patternmaking and translation into physical garments
  • Sample measurement, construction, and execution evaluation
  • Live model and dressform garment fitting assessment and corrections
  • Garment fit and construction communication using sketches, imagery, and technical language
  • PLM system and patternmaking software experience
• A commitment to learn, apply, champion and enrich Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The skills to collaborate strategically with cross‑functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes
• The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team
• A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $150,000- $250,000 per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.

We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications. Aritzia's Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay‑for‑performance philosophy.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry‑leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount - Maybe you've heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
• A-OK Commissary & Cafe - Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in‑house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
• The SET - Our in‑office fitness studio and gym with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, custom‑created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness - Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they're physical, mental, social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace - Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They're also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities - Additional amenities include a private parent's room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.
• The Extras - We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry‑cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self‑care promos and on‑site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.