Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

The Director, Commercial - Japan is responsible for leading and accelerating the company's commercial performance across Japan through the development and execution of integrated strategies spanning E-Commerce, Retail, and Wholesale channels. In partnership with the Country Director, this role influences the Japan P&L, drives revenue growth, enhances brand presence, and ensures consistent execution of commercial objectives across all consumer touchpoints. This role is a strategic lead for the Japan market, balancing short-term business performance with long-term brand and market development objectives.

Meet Your Future Team:

As Director, Commercial - Japan, you will be a key member of the Japan Leadership Team, partnering closely with leaders across the business to drive sustainable growth, elevate the consumer experience, and strengthen the brand's position in the Japanese market.

Are you our next Director, Commercial?

• You have 12+ years of vertical DTC experience, Ecommerce, and Wholesale that ensures you’re always thinking in the shoes of the guest, with their omni-channel experience as top priority
• You have strong financial forecasting and budgeting experience
• You have fluency in both English and Japanese, both verbally and in writing.
• You have strong communication skills, excellent writing skills, attention to detail and discipline. 
• You are passionate about data, and possess advanced MS Excel or other relevant software skills, with experience using data to drive business decisions
• You are a strong communicator and leader with direct experience in leading teams. You can get the best out of a supporting team and will work with cross functional teams from other channels of the business
• You have graduated from a post-secondary school program with honours that helped to develop communication and analytical skills
• You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity, especially when it comes to mastering new software systems
• You’re always thinking of Arc’teryx in a global, sustainable fashion; finding initiatives that work both globally and for the long term
• You are innovative and creative, with a logical and methodical approach to problem solving
• You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions
• 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 values, 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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