DepartmentProduct Creation DevelopmentReports toManager, Fit & PatternLocationNorth Vancouver, BCYour Opportunity at ARC’TERYXAs a Fit & Pattern Specialist, you partner with Product Development Teams to proactively manage fit and patterning guidance, communicating recommendations to ensure a consistent level of quality, fit, and performance in product.This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-location. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. We currently have permanent and contract opportunities available.Meet Your Future TeamWe are an innovative team of creatives, comprised of product developers, designers, patternmakers, cutters, and sewers, who collaborate cross‑functionally to craft and develop best‑in‑class ideas and bring technical products to life.Core ActivitiesLeading the Fit and Pattern Block program, collaborating cross‑functionally to ensure fit and layering theory is in alignment with guest and brand needsCollaborating with Design and Development teams to maintain the existing blocks and develop new blocks for seasonal and trend requirementsFacilitating regular communication with Development teams to ensure consistent methods for patterning and new technical construction are observedEducating and supporting development teams on the blocks, fit theory and grading considerations across all product categoriesSupporting the communications between Merchandising, Compliance and Brand Marketing teams to ensure clear guest messaging on fit, sizing specs and layering approach is universally translatedSupporting the Merchandising team in building size ranges and size equivalents in the systemSupporting Design and Development teams to problem solve and evaluate consistency of fit in products, providing guidance and support for spec accuracyPartnering with Design and Product Development leaders to identify patternmaker education and training needs; developing and facilitating training programsLeveraging 3D modeling software and tension mapping to explore drafting theories with Advanced Concepts, Design,



and Development teamsProviding expert guidance of body shape and size for target market and regional variationsEnsuring fit models and mannequins appropriately represent target figuresUpholding Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing, throughout the Arc’teryx supply chainFuture WorkWorking closely with Design and Merchandising teams to create a strategic plan for fit extensions across all product categoriesWorking closely with Design to identify new product opportunities and create blocksWorking on the evolution of fit and fit consistency across all product categoriesQualificationsYou have 7+ years’ experience in production patternmaking, grading, and fittingYou have an Undergraduate Degree in apparel design or other relevant field, equivalent industry training/certification or related business experienceYou have expert level knowledge of sizing, fitting and body shapes globallyYou have a solid knowledge of garment construction and CAD patternmakingYou have intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft OfficeYou are fluent in English and have exceptional communication skills, both verbal and writtenYou have an extreme attention to detailYou have strong interpersonal skillsYou remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguityYou effectively balance autonomy and collaborationYou are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutionsYou seek the best (but sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is rightYou drive breakthrough thinking and continuous improvementYour passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living itSalary$80,000 - $100,000 a yearA reasonable estimate of the pay range is CAD $80,000 - CAD $100,000 at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job‑related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.Please note that the range details above reflect the base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program and benefits that we offer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Fit & Pattern Specialist - C$80,000 - C$100,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Arc'teryx
📍 Winnipeg