Strategy & Insights - Director / Senior Director, Corporate Strategy

ARITZIA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion retail company in Vancouver is seeking a corporate strategy leader to shape its long-term vision and drive organizational growth. This pivotal role involves collaborating with various departments to build and implement strategic objectives. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in business, extensive experience in strategic planning, and a commitment to quality and collaboration. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $150,000-$250,000 CAD per year, along with additional employee perks.

Benefits

Product Discount

A-OK Commissary & Cafe

On-site fitness studio

Virtual Wellness resources

Aspirational workplace

Additional amenities

Other perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic planning, strategy, or a related field.
• Ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners.
• Commitment to learn and apply organizational values.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day function of the department in support of corporate objectives.
• Build the overarching corporate strategy and define key growth areas.
• Oversee implementation of growth initiatives and allocate resources.

Skills

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Commitment to quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

THE TEAM

THE mission of the Strategy & Insights department is to shape the future of Aritzia and galvanize organizational excellence through actionable strategies, plans, and insights.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and the Corporate Strategy team in our Strategy & Insights department is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for the development and execution of Aritzia's corporate strategic vision and objectives. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's long‑term direction, driving alignment across all divisions and departments, and establishing strategies in key growth areas of our business. 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
• Build the overarching corporate strategy, defining where we play and how we will win
• Drive the definition and articulation of Aritzia's long‑term vision and strategic objectives
• Lead a team that is responsible for developing the strategic direction for Aritzia across key growth areas such as product, marketing, customer, channels, and infrastructure
• Oversee the implementation of growth initiatives at Aritzia, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to achieve successful outcomes
• Establish corporate targets, objectives, and key results to power performance

THE QUALIFICATIONS

Proven skills, certifications, education and/or experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, business administration, strategy, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, strategy, or a related field.

A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles

The ability to collaborate fluently with cross‑functional partners

A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $150,000-$250,000 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

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.