Senior Planner, Supply Sales & Operations Execution

Arc'teryx Equipment; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing benefits

Financial wellbeing support

Paid time off and wellness time

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts and pro deals

Job summary

Arc'teryx Equipment is looking for a Senior Planner in Supply Sales & Operations Execution in North Vancouver. This role involves coordinating supply and demand, analyzing performance, and enhancing planning outcomes.

With 5-8 years in supply chain roles, you will communicate directly with global teams, leverage data analytics, and improve operational efficiency. The position allows for hybrid remote work and provides a competitive salary ranging from CAD$94,000 to CAD$124,000.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years experience in Supply Planning or relevant supply-chain role.
• Strong background in data analysis and production planning.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own supply inputs to S&OE in operational planning horizon.
• Lead communication of production changes to planning teams.
• Analyze Supplier Delivery Performance for actionable insights.

Skills

Supply Planning

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Green Belt Six Sigma Certification

Supply Chain Certification (APICS)

Tools

o9

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Job description

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX

As a Senior Planner, Supply Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE), you are responsible for driving end-to-end execution alignment within the tactical planning horizon, ensuring supply, demand, and inventory decisions translate into actionable outcomes. You play a critical role in bridging planning and execution, coordinating across global and regional partners to manage risk, optimize outcomes, and enable informed decision making. You will act as a subject‑matter expert within tactical planning, partnering with cross‑functional teams to assess risks, align on mitigation strategies, and improve planning outcomes. Your analytical expertise will help connect supply impacts to business performance and recommended solutions. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen processes, build relationships, and develop advanced problem‑solving capabilities through hands‑on experience.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid remote work. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Meet Your Future Team

Planning aligns inventory, supply and business priorities to ensure products are available where and when they are needed. The team develops planning strategies, establishes key priorities and KPIs, and partners cross‑functionally with Merchandising, Finance, Sourcing and Operations teams to deliver integrated plans. Through scenario planning, supply‑demand balancing and forecast optimisation, Global Planning enables informed decision‑making and agile responses to evolving business needs. By connecting long‑range strategy with day‑to‑day execution, the team helps drive operational efficiency, inventory productivity and sustainable growth across the global business.

Core Activities

• Owning the Supply inputs to S&OE in the operational planning horizon
• Connecting in with Hong Kong Office T1/T2 Production teams, and translating production impact back to business teams
• Leading communication of impacts of production changes back to cross‑functional planning teams and coordinating production prioritisation
• Escalating post‑buy issues to Inventory Planners (Global and Regional) with alternatives/recommendations and trade‑offs/implications (financial, service level, sustainability, worker well‑being, etc.), facilitating resolution when needed
• Rolling up production planning updates for regional communication
• Overseeing delivery of global supply into regions, working across all levels to help drive alignment and action
• Partnering and collaborating with Global & Regional Merch & Demand Planning teams to adjust plans for changes in production or transit
• Coordinating data analysis and actions in the case of supply disruptions (Quality, Compliance, Global, etc.)
• Analyzing and conveying Supplier Delivery Performance & On‑Time to provide actionable insights and learnings
• Troubleshooting, auditing, and resolving complex issues in scenarios with ambiguity and uncertainty

Future Projects

• Identifying opportunities to simplify and streamline execution processes, reducing complexity while improving speed and accuracy
• Enhancing supplier performance management, leveraging data and analytics to drive improved reliability, accountability and long‑term partnerships
• Leading the creation of robust disruption playbooks (quality, compliance, geopolitical, capacity constraints), improving speed and consistency of response

Qualifications

• 5‑8 years experience in Supply Planning, Production Planning or a relevant supply‑chain role
• Expert knowledge of concepts within T1/T2 Supply Planning & production processes and general supply‑chain flow
• Detailed knowledge of factory production planning and process, production management and supply‑chain nodes
• Ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally, and leverage those relationships to drive alignment and action
• Strong data analysis background, with experience using o9, Excel and Power BI
• Solid knowledge of SAP and/or equivalent ERP/Planning systems and order‑management processes
• Self‑motivated, capable of working independently as well as a strong team player collaborating with cross‑functional teams
• Green Belt Six Sigma Certifications & Supply Chain Certification (APICS) desirable
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated analytical capabilities and business savvy; focus on detail accuracy and a strong aim to improve existing process and systems
• Advanced analytical skills to investigate, troubleshoot, audit and/or resolve complex issues in scenarios with uncertainty and ambiguity
• Strong time‑management skills; work well with deadlines and under pressure; ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working in a people‑facing role
• Experience with o9 or a similar advanced planning system
• Proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions
• Highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
• Effectively balance autonomy and collaboration
• Inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
• Seek best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
• Passion for work and a passion for getting outside and living it

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Salary range CAD$94,000 – CAD$124,000. 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, collaborations and impact at ARC’TERYX.

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 Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) where applicable
• Time & flexibility – 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)

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.

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