Product - Senior Director/Director, Digital Product Management

THE TEAM

The mission of the Digital Product Management Department is to identify, define, and deliver fit-for-purpose technology solutions that meet business needs, driving efficiency today and scalability for tomorrow.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a leader of the Digital Product Management Department (DPM), you will manage and motivate the team responsible for designing, developing, and implementing technology solutions, built to optimize the day-to-day function of Aritzia’s Product Division departments. You will play a pivotal role in developing the technology roadmap for the Product Division, and act as the DPM lead of major technology projects and initiatives alongside Product IT and Data & Analytics, responsible for the execution of every project stage, guaranteeing widespread business adoption and effective change management. With people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia — while enjoying one yourself.

THE ROLE

As the Senior Director/Director, Digital Product Management, you will lead the team to:

• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience.
• Define the strategy, scope, and approach for Digital Product Management at Aritzia.
• Effectively prioritize, plan, and govern the end-to-end delivery of evolving technology solution projects across Aritzia’s Product Division.
• Assess the current-state capabilities across every infrastructure pillar to define the pain points and translate them into actional technology opportunities.
• Choose a best-in-class solution provider and implementation partner suited to deliver on the business requirements.
• Partner with the business, solution provider, and implementation partner to effectively translate business requirements into a viable and scalable technology solution.
• Physically build and test the technology solution, validating it is fit-for-purpose and fully operationalized to deliver on the business requirements.
• Rollout the technology solution, seamlessly preparing the business for, and facilitating steady go-live performance.
• Accelerate solution performance by enabling leadership championship, driving business adoption, and minimizing technology disruption.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior Director/Director, Digital Product Management, has:

• Proven and best-in-class skills, applicable certifications, education and/or experience in
  • A post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Science, Information Technology or a comparable equivalent
  • 10 years plus working experience in the Fashion/Retail Apparel Industry
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL, Power BI, GCP is highly valued

• A commitment to learn, apply, champion and enrich Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The skills to collaborate strategically with cross-functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes
• The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team
• A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value
• A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $150,000–$200,000 CAD per year. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.

We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy.  With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences — we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount — Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
• A-OK Commissary & Cafe — Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
• The SET — Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness — Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they’re physical, mental, social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace — Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities — Additional amenities include a private parent’s room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.
• The Extras — We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic. 

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.