Fit Coordinator - Temporary

ARC'TERYX • Vancouver, BC

11d • CA$71,000 - CA$93,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Fit Coordinator, you support the fit and pattern team in their efforts to maintain a consistent level of quality, fit, and performance in product. This is a temporary fixed term role with an expected end date of October 2027. The role is based out of our North Vancouver office. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. We 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.

Requirements

• 2+ years experience in production patternmaking, grading, and fitting
• Undergraduate Degree in apparel design or other relevant field, equivalent industry training/certification or related business experience
• Knowledge of sizing, fitting and body shapes globally
• Knowledge of garment construction and CAD patternmaking
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe illustrator
• Fluent in English and have exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Remain flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
• Effectively balance autonomy and collaboration
• Proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions
• Seek the best (but sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
• Drive breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
• Passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Fit and Pattern Block program, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure fit and layering theory is in alignment with guest and brand needs
• Collaborating with Design and Development teams to maintain the existing blocks and develop new blocks for seasonal and trend requirements
• Collaborating with sewing team to maintain the block sample library up to date
• Organizing and tracking the block sample library
• Supporting and contributing to CLO3D block library
• Supporting Fit specialists throughout the development season, from concepting through to fit approved stage
• Supporting the communications between Merchandising, Compliance and Brand Marketing teams to ensure clear guest messaging on fit, sizing specs and layering approach is universally translated
• Supporting Design and Development teams to problem solve and evaluate consistency of fit in products, providing guidance and support for spec accuracy
• Supporting Fit specialists on creating fit documentations for educational purposes
• Ensuring fit models and mannequins appropriately represent target figures
• Supporting on other projects as assigned
• Upholding Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing, throughout the Arc’teryx supply chain
• Working closely with Design and Merchandising teams to support a strategic plan for fit extensions across all product categories
• Working closely with Design to identify new product opportunities and create blocks
• Working on the evolution of fit and fit consistency across all product categories
• Providing feedback and input into improving fit and development processes.

Benefits

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable
• Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore)
• Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents
• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level