About

• About ARC’TERYX
• Founded in the Canadian Coast Mountains, we’re driven by a relentless pursuit of design, performance, and evolution. At Arc’teryx, we challenge convention to create technical gear that performs in the harshest conditions—and we’re just getting started.
• This is your chance to shape the future of retail for Arc’teryx in Australia and New Zealand. As the Head of Retail , you’ll lead our store and regional teams to grow brand awareness, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and set the benchmark for the outdoor industry.
• You’ll design and execute a long-term retail and people strategy, guiding the business through rapid, sustainable growth. With a balance of strategic vision and operational excellence, you’ll build high-performing teams, strengthen our community presence, and deliver outstanding results across our retail fleet.
• We’re looking for a charismatic leader who thrives on people development, inspires through storytelling, and champions a culture of inclusion and performance.
• What You’ll Be Doing
• Developing and executing a multi-year retail strategy aligned to ANZ growth plans, community engagement, and new store openings.
• Building a pipeline of future leaders, driving performance culture, and investing in people development.
• Leading fleet-wide initiatives and multi-year projects, collaborating across brand, product, finance, people & culture, and global retail teams.
• Driving retail P&L performance and KPIs, ensuring profitability while growing sustainably.
• Influencing new site selection and store design, shaping the next wave of retail growth.
• Leveraging consumer insights and market trends to inform retail and community strategies.
• Strengthening brand equity by aligning retail execution with Arc’teryx values and purpose.
• Inspiring your team and peers by living our values and leading with clarity, accountability, and passion.

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years’ leadership in retail/commercial roles within a global apparel or outdoor brand.
• A proven track record of creating and executing multi-year strategies to drive profitable growth.
• Strong financial acumen with full P&L responsibility.
• Experience building, coaching, and leading high-performing teams.
• Deep knowledge of the retail landscape, with outdoor industry experience (preferred).
• Comfort leading through change in a high-growth, complex business.
• An entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving and scaling best practices.
• Passion for the outdoors and alignment with Arc’teryx values.
• Ability to travel regionally and internationally.
• Why Join Us?
• We offer a competitive salary, great bonus scheme, and real career progression
• You’ll access a generous discount across Arc’teryx and our affiliated brands
• Flexible working environment, including additional school holiday flexibility / support
• Paid parental leave top-up – because we support all kinds of journeys
• Access to free mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
• Regular staff activity days, including hiking, bouldering, snow trips, fun runs and more!
• Join a global business and a passionate, purpose-led team
• Equal Opportunity
• Arc’teryx is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We believe inclusion fuels creativity, innovation, and stronger communities.