Raw Material Supply Planner (Temporary)

Arc'teryx Equipment; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor apparel company is seeking a Raw Material Supply Planner to manage supplier relationships and raw material forecasts. The role requires 2+ years of experience in Supply Planning, proficiency in Excel and Power BI, and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position is based in North Vancouver and offers hybrid work arrangements. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in Supply Planning or equivalent position in the apparel or consumer goods industry.
• Proficient in Excel and Power BI, with ERP experience.
• Excellent English written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with manufacturers to ensure optimal supplier performance.
• Negotiate purchasing terms and pricing conditions based on forecast volume.
• Engage in the monthly Sales & Operations Planning process.

Skills

Supply Planning

Vendor management

Sourcing practices

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Economics, Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Base pay range: CA$70,000.00/yr - CA$88,000.00/yr. Department: Raw Materials - Operations. Reports to: Manager, Raw Materials Supply Planning. Location: North Vancouver, BC. This is a temporary contract with an end date of August 28, 2026. The role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid remote work. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Your opportunity at Arc’teryx: As a Raw Material Supply Planner (RMSP), you will play a key role in the supply planning of raw materials for the production of finished goods, by negotiating and planning supplier capacity, forecasting raw material production and managing supplier delivery performance. You will work with a portfolio of overseas manufacturers and ensure that their production forecast best supports our finished goods supplier base. You will collaborate internally with the Raw Materials Development and Sourcing teams, Quality, Finished Goods Supply Planning, Global Planning and Finished Goods Sourcing teams to achieve supply and delivery targets. You will also support key projects and initiatives within the team and beyond, improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the raw material commercialization and Sales & Operations Planning processes.

Note: This role is temporary with an end date of August 28, 2026. Hybrid remote work is available; applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with manufacturers with a sense of urgency in a professional and courteous manner. Ensure optimal supplier performance (growth, on-time delivery, communication, and flexibility) with a focus on long-term and mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Understand the raw material development process to determine if commercialization timelines can be met.
• Work with the Raw Material Sourcing team to negotiate, set and ensure compliance with purchasing terms and pricing conditions based on forecast volume & market changes.
• Manage a rolling raw material forecast schedule and any exceptional cross-functional decisions and/or commitments related to supplier MOQ, MCQ and lead times.
• Work with the Hong Kong Office to monitor work in progress production at manufacturers to ensure on-time delivery and steady supply with minimal shortages and excesses.
• Track and report supplier delivery performance and supplier lead time performance. Analyze root causes and recommend improvements.
• Account for excess raw materials at season-end, provide accurate financial projections, and settle invoices with due diligence.
• Engage in the monthly Sales & Operations Planning process to report portfolio KPIs and communicate supply opportunities or risks.
• Conduct seasonal manufacturer performance reviews, providing feedback to Sourcing teams for improvement.

Future opportunities

• Complete core RMSP deliverables on time and in full for your portfolio, including securing seasonal raw material supplier quotes, maintaining or reducing RM lead times, and achieving 95% OTIF for long lead time raw materials.
• Establish and maintain Tier 2 supplier capacity utilization at or below 90% across all suppliers in your portfolio.
• Ensure raw material commitments are accurately maintained in the Centric system in alignment with SOPs and RMSP update schedule.
• Manage relationships with Tier 2 suppliers and address lack of responsiveness; make strategic decisions as needed.
• Provide administrative support for RMSP processes and proactively resolve issues impacting Tier 2 on-time performance.
• Maintain understanding of finished goods scope within your Tier 2 supplier portfolio.

Qualifications

• You have 2+ years’ experience in Supply Planning, Purchasing or an equivalent Supply Chain position, preferably in the apparel or consumer goods industry.
• You hold a bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain and/or APICS certification.
• You have knowledge of sourcing practices, vendor management, supply chain management, inventory management, global distribution network planning and project management practices.
• You are a proficient user of Excel and Power BI, and have ERP experience.
• You have excellent English written and spoken communication skills.
• You have advanced analytical skills and an understanding of potential operational/financial impacts.
• You have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and multitasking ability.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a people-facing role.
• You are adaptable to ambiguity and frequent changes in supply chain environments.
• You are proactive in identifying root causes and developing solutions; you balance autonomy and collaboration; you commit to fair and respectful business practices.
• Your passion for your work aligns with a love for the outdoors and environment.

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. We believe inclusion helps us 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.