Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

As Program Manager, Talent Management , you will join a passionate and dynamic Global Talent Management & People Strategy Team, and will be responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling core talent management programs.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid work.

Meet Your Future Team:

The People and Culture (P&C) team partners with all aspects of the business to drive the continuous evolution of people and business practices. We seek to drive greater alignment, to develop and foster rapport, to create trust and maintain partnership throughout the organization.

As the Program Manager, Talent Management you will look after programs that accelerate the growth of our talent, drive culture and engagement, and align to the business strategy, globally and regionally. Your portfolio will include performance management, talent and succession planning, careers, and workforce planning.

If you were the Program Manager, Talent Management now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:

• Talent & Succession Planning
  • Defining and managing the process to identify and differentiate high-potential talent, and track their development
  • Creating and maintaining succession plans for critical roles, and track development of successors
  • Partnering with BPs to activate individualized development opportunities, such as executive education or coaching
  • Analyzing data to identify talent trends, risks, and opportunities, and use insights to make recommendations
  • In partnership with People Analytics, building dashboards or scorecards to track program effectiveness
• Performance Management
  • Defining and overseeing the performance management cycle – from goal setting to calibration – for global Arc’teryx employees, including office, retail, and factory employees
  • Improving processes to drive clarity, accountability, and fairness
  • Implementing tools and training for managers to improve the quality of performance conversations, in partnership with teams across P&C
• Employee Career Growth & Development
  • Partnering with SMEs to build success profiles and competency / skills frameworks
  • Setting standards for development planning, ensuring applicability and adaptability across a variety of employee populations
  • Developing and operationalize an ecosystem that enables career growth & development, through partnerships across P&C and the business
• Workforce Planning
  • Partnering with P&C BPs and leadership to assess organizational capability gaps and develop a plan to close those gaps
  • Serving as an SME and advisor on workforce planning initiatives, including skills assessments and succession planning
• Benchmarking against industry trends and best practices
• Introducing innovative talent practices (skills-based talent models, AI-enabled tools, agile development frameworks)
• Continuously evolving programs to improve employee experience and business impact
• Fostering an environment of collaboration, continuous learning, and evolution:
  • Leading through the Arc’teryx Leadership Code
  • Building strength in relationships throughout the Arc’teryx organization

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

• Leading a skills inventory project
• Defining criteria and process related to promotion and mobility
• Partnering on the design of development programs (leadership, hipo, General Manager, etc.)
• Consulting on change management initiatives
• Fostering talent management capabilities within our regions
• Growing toward your own career aspirations

Are you our next Talent Management Program Manager?

• 4+ years of progressive experience in talent management or related field
• Exceptional attention to detail and project management skills (PM credentials a plus)
• Skilled at building executive ready decks and briefs
• Experience in managing core talent management processes a plus
• Experience in a global, matrixed organization
• Knowledge of HRIS and talent management technologies, and related emerging tech, a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable insights
• Ability to build strong relationships and partner effectively with all levels of the organization
• You have a passion for your work, and for getting outside to Live It

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is CAD$94,000–CAD$124,000 (midpoint $118,000).

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.

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