Footwear Product Developer 2

Department: Footwear Supply Chain Reports to: Senior Director, Footwear Development Location: Portland, Oregon Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX: AsourFootwear Developer2youwill managehighlytechnical and complexfootwearproducts fromdesignphase through to production readiness.Using yourtechnical developmentexpertise, collaborative workingstyleand solutions-oriented approach you will collaborate with our Design, Product Management, Engineering, Materials Development, and Manufacturing teams to deliver the most innovative products to the mountain athlete. This role is based out of ourPortlandoffice andis expected to be performedon-location. Meet Your Future Team: Our Product Creation team is a dynamic group spread across the globe. It sits within our Supply Chain organization and is a center of excellence partner with our Footwear Business Unit. The Arc’teryx Footwear team creates innovative, aesthetically striking product that exceeds the core mountain athlete’s outdoors needs across climbing, hiking, and trail running categories. We are builders, problem solvers and passionate outdoor enthusiasts. Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying our athlete’s future needs – then, build, test, and validate products that solve for real functional challenges. We are a passionate collective with a focus on collaborative teamwork, and our vision is to redefine the industry. Executing thedevelopment ofproductfromtheinitialdesign phase through product confirmation. Closely collaborating with our materials development and engineering teams Influencingtheproduct creationprocess toensure our performance, costing, and manufacturing targets are hit. Focusing heavily on new materials development(uppers and bottoms) Working with our Tier 1 and Tier 2 partners to ensure flawless execution of our model-level strategies. Creating andmaintainingaccuratedocumentation ofBill of Material (BOM)and technical specifications Ensuring adherence to our product creation timelines. Engagingwith functional and extended teams to align with and support engineering best practices to deliver on product performance goals,guestand athlete requirements Ensuringaccuratecost estimatesand verifying thatprice targets are achievableto meet and/or exceedour financial targets. Communicatingopportunities for process improvement with a lean-forward attitude to drive evolution within ourfootwear productcreation processes You have seven years’ experience in footwear product development, materials development, engineering or manufacturing. You have an undergraduate degree in engineering or other technical field OR equivalent industry training, certification, or related business experience You are familiar with Centric, Plasma, PCXor other footwear materialsmanagementsystems You are a proven collaborator and problem solver. You communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. You have experience in product costing, costsolutionsand negotiation skills You have a fundamental understanding of pattern engineering, toolingengineeringand manufacturing processes. Youare able tointerpret technical drawings in 2Dand 3D Youdemonstrateinitiative,agilityand commitment You are proactive inidentifyingthe root cause of issues and developing solutions You are goal driven with a results-oriented attitude You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it You thrive in a fast paced, diverse, ever evolving and values led environment You seek to execute the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions with an unwavering commitment to do right 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 isdeterminedby 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, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Financial wellbeing - Immediately vested 401(k) retirement savings plan matching, eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable. Time & Flexibilit y - Paid time off and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore). Family support - Parental leave for birthing and on-birthing parents, including an option to ease the transition back to work. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arcteryx.Com