Reigning Champ - Director, Raw Materials

Aritzia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Metro Vancouver is seeking a skilled individual to join their Fabric team. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing and delivering high-quality fabrics while driving collaborative efforts across the Product Division. Candidates are expected to have proven expertise in fabric quality assessment and a commitment to company values. This opportunity offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $170,000 CAD annually, along with additional employee benefits.

Benefits

Product Discount

A-OK Commissary & Cafe

In-office fitness studio

Virtual Wellness resources

Aspirational Workplace

Additional amenities

Various other perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials techniques and fabric production.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• A commitment to learning and applying company values.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sourcing and manufacturing process for fabrics.
• Establish production plans to accelerate growth.
• Negotiate quality and lead times with suppliers.

Skills

Yarn and fabric composition

Fabric quality assessment

Negotiation skills

Strategic collaboration

Time management

Education

Applicable certifications in fabric techniques

Job description

THE TEAM

The mission of the Fabric Department is to manufacture a world-class portfolio of fabrics that deliver on our Everyday Luxury promise.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Fabric team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for identifying, sourcing, and delivering a world-class portfolio of fabrics which fulfill the creative vision and are executed on‑time at a competitive price. You will play a pivotal role in championing Reigning Champ's fabric strategy while empowering your team to execute through cross‑functional collaboration across Reigning Champ's Product Division and strategic negotiations with our Raw Material (RM) Suppliers. 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.
• To establish the approach for sourcing and manufacturing fabric at Reigning Champ
• To understand our assortment and business to build a fabric production plan that accelerates Reigning Champ's growth
• To find the best Everyday Luxury fabrics within our existing mill base
• To secure the best possible quality fabric against defined standards
• To negotiate the best possible fabric lead times without compromising quality
• To negotiate the best possible fabric margins without compromising lead‑time and quality
• To ensure world‑class execution, delivering high quality, timely, and cost‑effective fabrics

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven and best‑in‑class skills, applicable certifications, education and/or experience in yarn and fabric composition, materials techniques and suitability, fabric quality assessment and development, and fabric cost and lead‑time benchmarking and analysis
• 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
• A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $140,000-$170,000 CAD 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. With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences - we provide it all.

THE PERKS

• 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 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.