Senior Colourist

Department: Colour Operations 

Reports to: Manager, Colour Operations 

Location: North Vancouver, BC

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

As a Senior Colourist, you have a role in shaping the future of Arc’teryx colour innovation. In this role, you will push the boundaries of applying colour on textiles. Your innovative approach will drive the continuous evolution of our colour operations processes and will help solve for present and future needs of the brand.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-location. 

Meet Your Future Team: 

The Colour Operations is a close-knit team of hard-working collaborators. You will inspire the team with industry leading knowledge and unparalleled passion for colour technologies.

If you were the Senior Colourist now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:

• Researching & Developing colour technologies, new dyeing methods and industry innovations.
• Keeping abreast of the latest sustainability advancements in colour application to help us achieve and exceed our sustainability goals. 
• Collaborating with internal partners including Colour Design, Design, Raw Materials and Advanced Concepts to drive colour innovation at Arc’teryx 
• Reviewing a small portfolio of lab dips. 
• Mentoring, inspiring, and coaching the Colourists in their day-to-day work. 
• Partnering with the Manager of Colour Operations to streamline processes related to the logistics of colouring up a complex technical apparel offering. 
• Finding achievable solutions to problems related to colour feasibility, metamerism, colourfastness and shade. 

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

• Stepping into urgent situations, actively contributing to leading resolutions with vendors and partners across various functions. 
• Delving into colour-related industry topics, including sustainability and new dyeing methods, involves actively collaborating with vendors to explore the latest innovations and sustainability options in dyeing. 
• Collaborating with the colour operations leadership team to enhance the role of colour operations within the business, aiming to amplify our influence and establish leadership in our technical expertise. 

Are you our next Senior Colourist?

• You have a post-secondary degree in Textiles, Apparel, or another related field, or equivalent relevant experience. 
• You have 7+ years of experience in the apparel industry, including at least 5 in a colour role. 
• You are a proficient experience with PLM software, Microsoft Office Suite, spectrophotometer equipment and ASAP Natific software. 
• You are passionate about pushing the boundaries of colour on textiles. 
• You have a project manager mindset, with an ability to positively influence and drive momentum. 
• You are a natural leader, setting the standard for excellence on the team, leading by example and inspiration.
• You are a curious thinker, challenging the status quo and are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions. 
• You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity remaining committed to the journey of evolution. 
• You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration. 
• 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. 

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.

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