Drive operational excellence across product creation supply chain functions and integrate Advanced Concepts (AC) innovationAccountable for seasonal delivery, process optimization, and integrating AC early-stage innovation into processesOperate at the intersection of product development, materials, and sourcingPartner with the Innovation Incubation squad to accelerate validated concepts into pilot, commercialization, and scaleFacilitate cross-functional alignment within Product Creation and Advanced Concepts teamsLead seasonal I2C delivery across product development, materials, sourcing, and planning teamsDevelop governance models, KPIs, and tracking systems for incubation programsOversee portfolio planning, resource allocation, and budget (CAPEX & OPEX)Enable project teams with explicit frameworks, RACI structures, and execution rigorManage external partnerships and innovation ecosystem relationshipsRequirements8+ years' experience in innovation management, product development, or operations in an apparel creation environmentProven experience in project management with a diverse and highly cross-functional portfolioProven experience influencing senior leadership in cross-functional environmentsStrong understanding of the product creation environmentStrong understanding of materials, manufacturing,



and product lifecycleFinancial acumen including budgeting and business case developmentStakeholder alignment and communication skillsProactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutionsFlexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguityAbility to balance autonomy and collaborationInspiration for breakthrough thinking and continuous improvementCommitment to seek the best solutions, doing what is rightCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in innovation management and product development within the apparel creation environment, with a strong focus on operational excellence, project management, and stakeholder alignment. Proven ability to drive process optimization and integrate advanced concepts into product creation workflows.Highest-signal resume keywordsInnovation ManagementProject ManagementProduct DevelopmentFinancial AcumenStakeholder AlignmentATS Optimization KeywordsHard SkillsProcess OptimizationProduct Lifecycle ManagementBudgetingKPI DevelopmentGovernance ModelsSoft SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityCollaborationLeadershipIndustry KeywordsApparel CreationMaterialsManufacturingCross-Functional CollaborationInnovation EcosystemTools & TechnologiesRACI StructuresTracking SystemsPortfolio Planning Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Manager, Process Operations – Product Creation And Advanced Concepts (North Vancouver)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 North Vancouver