Manager, Retail Allocations (North America)

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX: As the Manager, Retail Allocations - NAM you are responsible for executing Arc’teryx product flow and merchandising vision through DTC channels for the North America region. Together with your team, you will ensure that Arc'teryx retail stores are supplied with the right product according to seasonal flow plans and are replenished at an optimal cadence and volume. You are a Change Champion and strong partner to our Commercial and Product teams, enabling the NAM retail vision. Meet Your Future Team: The Merchandise Planning & Allocation team is a cross-functional group whose focus is to continuously drive sales and margin, while mitigating inventory risks by finding the balance between the right product, at the right quantity, in the right place, at the right time. Total Rewards Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.  We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.  In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:  Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable. Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore). Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents. Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).  *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.  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.   Leave it Better We believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that there’s always a better way.  Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world.    Live it. Get out there - the mountains make us better  Disruptive evolution. In pursuit of better. Always.  Commit. We set bold objectives and see them through.  country: CA all locations: [North Vancouver, BC (Corporate)] commitment: Full-time department: Supply Chain location: North Vancouver, BC (Corporate) team: Merchandise Planning & Allocations If you were in the Manager, Retail Allocations - NAM role now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:: Championing the implementation and change management of our End2End Planning solutions Building, coaching and developing a high performing North American Allocations team that manages all phases of product movement within DTC Retail channels Developing and monitoring performance objectives, ensuring alignment with company strategic goals Collaborating closely with Merchandise Planning to ensure that planning and execution are reconciled closely Collaborating closely with Merchandising to ensure that the product assortment is brought to life in an impactful manner Partnering with our Distribution & Transportation teams to create best practices to get product, to the right place, at the right time, from pre-season to in-season, to post-season returns Collaborating closely with Retail Operations on medium to long-term process improvement projects driving revenue growth and world class guest experience Consistently improving our product allocation and replenishment strategy, ensuring it aligns with company growth and strategic objectives Leading the evolution of drop review process, including stage gate development, communication, cross-functional partner enrollment, and delivery of accurate reporting Ensure DTC sales performance is continuously analyzed, with allocation and forecasting strategies adapted to weekly, monthly, and quarterly trends to maximize business results, optimize inventory levels, and support achievement of company financial objectives. Developing budgets, staffing plans, cost targets, and operational goals related to the effective execution of our merchandising and allocations strategies Influencing and helping to shape new processes and lead the implementation of new practices and tools that improve efficiency, capability, and results Upholding Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing, throughout the Arc’teryx supply chain Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:: Partnering with Commercial and Supply Chain teams to drive operational excellence in service of our guest experience Collaborating with the Business Process team and Technology to serve as a primary stakeholder in the optimization and implementation of our retail replenishment systems Scaling and refining our operating model to ensure we’re keeping pace with our Long-Term Strategic Plans Providing connection and influence to our Allocations teams around the world, representing Arc’teryx’ needs in the development of Allocations strategy Are you our next Manager, Retail Allocations - NAM?: You have a University degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience You have 6+ years of experience in allocations or inventory management in a direct to consumer/vertical retail business You have 3+ years people leadership experience You have experience managing 100+ stores You have a strong understanding of retail KPI’s such as; Traffic, Conversion, AUR, UPT, In-Stock rates & Weeks of Supply. You have SAP experience You have experience with allocations systems such as; o9 Solutions, Blue Yonder, Oracle or similar You have systems implementation and change management experience You have a proven ability to lead and mentor high performing teams You have the ability to gather data, digest, and analyze it, and from it, create an action plan You know how to evolve internal processes and gain momentum to make change happen, including the ability to identify and articulate the necessary processes to get things done efficiently and effectively You know how to influence and prioritize, presenting ideas that lead others to action You’re able to identify risks early and develop contingency plans to minimize business impact You set a clear vision, align your team around common objectives, and foster commitment to these objectives You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it