Senior Product Integrity Specialist - Apparel

Arcteryx.Com; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc’teryx is seeking a Senior Product Integrity Specialist in Hong Kong to lead global maintenance of construction standards, best production practices, and quality benchmarks across product categories and manufacturing locations.

You will mentor junior specialists, collaborate with Design, Product Development, HQ teams, and vendors, and drive continuous improvement through risk assessments, TQRs, and corrective actions. This is an in-person role based in Hong Kong requiring travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in textile/quality/manufacturing.
• 7+ years in apparel manufacturing and quality management.
• Expertise in apparel construction, materials, and global manufacturing practices.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proactive risk management and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical evaluations of products during development and advise Design/Product Development teams.
• Attend design initiations, prototype reviews, and seasonal meetings to advise on models, constructions and materials.
• Establish and enforce advanced quality standards across factories in partnership with Quality, Design, Product Development and Production teams.
• Mentor junior specialists and support their technical development.
• Lead vendor capability assessments and training to ensure adherence to brand standards.
• Provide expert guidance on construction methods and quality standards for all product categories.
• Drive continuous improvement through analysis of quality data and corrective actions across global manufacturing partners.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

MS Office

PLM systems

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Textile Engineering / related field

Tools

PLM systems

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Department: Product Integrity, Supply Chain

Reports to: Manager, Product Integrity (HKO)

Location: Hong Kong

This opportunity is for a Senior Product Integrity Specialist who will lead global maintenance of product construction standards, best production practices, and quality standards across all product categories and manufacturing locations. You will develop and implement advanced processes and standards, ensuring technical packages, construction specifications, and quality benchmarks meet high standards.

You will mentor team members, drive cross-functional alignment, and influence strategic decisions that impact product quality and brand reputation. The role requires strong collaboration with vendors, HQ Product Integrity team, Tokyo & HQ Design teams, and HKO commercialization and Quality teams to ensure operational product and process excellence and continuous improvement.

This role is based in Hong Kong and requires in-person attendance. Candidates must be eligible to work in Hong Kong.

Meet Your Future Team

The Product Integrity team is part of the Quality & Compliance department and is responsible for ensuring that all products are constructed in accordance with Arc’teryx quality standards. We safeguard brand product integrity by establishing best practices and ensuring stringent adherence to specification and construction methods. The team ensures all products meet Arc’teryx quality standards. As a senior member, you will champion best practices, guide complex problem-solving, and support growth plans with existing and new vendors by providing leadership on advanced construction methods and material processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Design, Product Development and HKO commercialization teams during the Maker’s Phase (especially for products developed for Tokyo creation centre) and lead technical evaluations of products during development, providing strategic feedback to Design and Product Development teams.
• Attend design initiations (for all new models), prototype reviews, buy-ready signoffs, and seasonal meetings to advise on new models, constructions, and materials.
• Establish and enforce advanced quality standards for construction and manufacturing methods across all factories in partnership with Quality, Design, Product Development, Pattern/Fit, and Production teams.
• Mentor and guide junior specialists and support their technical development.
• Lead vendor capability assessments and training programs to ensure adherence to Arc’teryx brand standards.
• Provide expert-level technical guidance on construction methods and quality standards for all product categories.
• Influence cost reduction strategies, safety compliance, and quality improvements through best manufacturing practices and efficiency initiatives.
• Represent Product Integrity in strategic meetings, including Design initiations and quality reviews, to shape decisions on new models and construction methods.
• Review tech packs and construction elements for accuracy and design-for-manufacturing (DFM), focusing on sampling challenges for new and transition models.
• Conduct seasonal technical quality reviews (TQR) of prototypes and approve them.
• Oversee seasonal technical quality reviews and risk assessments for high-risk models, ensuring proactive mitigation plans.
• Approve sealed samples at size set stage for bulk production.
• Prepare CTQ instructions for new models and lead seasonal handover meetings to educate QC teams.
• Perform risk assessments and oversee high-risk models from development through bulk production.
• Oversee preventive actions such as pilot runs and TOP for high-risk models.
• Perform onboarding programs for new vendors and contribute to sourcing exploration and qualification assessments.
• Build and support in achieving departmental KPIs and objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality data and implementing corrective actions across global manufacturing partners.
• Drive the creation and optimization of workflows and standards for global quality management of finished goods.

Qualifications

• You have a bachelor’s degree and/or a Diploma in a relevant field such as Textile Engineering, Textile Technology, Material Science, Fashion, Clothing Technology, or Quality/Engineering/Manufacturing.
• You have 7+ years of progressive experience in apparel manufacturing and quality management.
• You have deep expertise in apparel construction, material properties, and global manufacturing practices.
• You have a proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, mentor teams, and influence strategic decisions.
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to risk management.
• You have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to drive collaboration and alignment.
• You have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and PLM systems.
• You have the ability to travel and work in a full-time in-person environment.
• You are passionate about innovation and committed to maintaining brand integrity.
• You are proactive in identifying root causes of issues and developing solutions.
• You remain flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity.
• You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration.
• You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement.
• You seek the best solutions, with an unwavering commitment to leaving things better.
• Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it.

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.

Company Values

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