Manager, Strategy

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: Strategy location: North Vancouver, BC (Corporate) team: Strategy & Enterprise PMO If you were the Manager, Strategy, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:: Structuring strategic problems and developing frameworks that help cross-functional stakeholders identify opportunities and solve complex challenges Building data-informed strategies and connecting insights to strategic direction, helping to spread a culture of insights throughout Arc’teryx Developing comprehensive stakeholder engagement plans to ensure the right people are in the right conversations Creating compelling communication materials including meeting content, presentations, and strategic updates, to align and inform stakeholders at all levels Connecting cross-functional dots to ensure strategy is understood and executed across the organization Collaborating cross-functionally to drive the annual business planning process, weaving long-term strategies into actionable annual plans Leading the development and management of tools, processes, and governance to execute against strategic and business plans Establishing project foundations and end-to-end project plans, including governance, ways of working, key stakeholders, meeting cadence, deliverables, and timelines Driving and delivering project work, including progress reporting to senior leaders Identifying risks proactively, developing mitigation solutions, and escalating as needed Assessing change management requirements to ensure successful project rollout and implementation Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:: Leading end-to-end business case development for new product, brand, and business opportunities. Structuring complex problems, building data-informed recommendations, and aligning cross-functional stakeholders on strategic direction Owning the full lifecycle of high-visibility, high-impact project. Establishing governance, managing project plans and timelines, driving cross-functional progress, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure successful delivery  Crafting compelling executive-level narratives and presentations for board meetings, investor days, and senior leadership forums. Translating complex, unstructured information into clear, actionable storylines for senior audiences Are you our next Manager, Strategy?: You have a bachelor’s degree in business, strategy, or related field You have 5+ years of professional work experience in strategic planning, management consulting, project management, consumer products and/or retail You have 3+ years of project management experience and have experience using project management software You have a demonstrated track record as an outstanding problem solver and strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights You have a strong understanding of retail and consumer-facing businesses You have a proven track record of successfully directing cross-functional projects You can work in and bring structure to ambiguous environments You have the capacity to synthesize information into effective strategies and innovative insights, translating complex ideas into simple, actionable recommendations You have high emotional intelligence, influencing skills, and communication skills to collaborate with senior executive stakeholders You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build strategic narratives and impactful executive-level presentations You have strong leadership, facilitation, and analytical skills You have an entrepreneurial spirit, are a self-starter, and results driven You demonstrate flexibility and resilience to change and ambiguity You have a commitment to ethical decision-making and doing what is right