Lead Knits, Wovens and Hardgoods

Department : Product Creation Development Reports to : Senior Manager, Proof of Concept Validation Location : North Vancouver, BC Your opportunity at Arc’teryx: As the Lead, Knits, Wovens and Hardgoods, you lead a specialized team of Experts, Engineers and Product Developers through the testing and validation of the technical sets. Your efforts focus on testing, validation of materials and construction. Your innovative and solutions-focused approach to Proof of Concept ensures that each new development meets Arc’teryx standards, design intent and downstream requirements. You demonstrate integrity in your work, lead by example, and provide overall support and coaching to your team. Meet your future team: We’re a small but high-performing team at the heart of product creation. Our work behind the scenes powers every stage of development—from concept to commercialization. We collaborate closely with Designers, Product Developers, and specialists in Circularity, Repairability, Disassembly, Raw Material Development, and Manufacturing to validate the finished goods toolbox and ensure go-to-market success. By building strong relationships across functions, we transform ideas into durable, sustainable, and innovative products that meet the highest standards of performance and integrity.