Impact - Specialist, Environmental Impact

Aritzia

$50K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in sustainability, environmental science, ESG, or a related discipline.
  • Experience with ESG frameworks, standards, and tools (Textile Exchange, Worldly, Circular Design Principles).
  • Project or program management skills or certificates (e.g., PMP or equivalent).
  • Strong commitment to learning and applying Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles.
  • Ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

  • Support the definition and delivery of Aritzia’s sustainability ambition.
  • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Reduce water use and protect water quality in the supply chain.
  • Minimize the environmental impact of materials used in products.
  • Design for circularity to maximize resource value and minimize waste.
  • Integrate environment programs into business operations for effective execution.

Benefits

  • Product discount and exclusive private shopping events.
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid baby leave.
  • Access to in-house bistro and cafe offering subsidized dining.
  • On-site fitness studio with tailored classes and personal training options.
  • 24/7 access to virtual wellness resources for holistic wellbeing.
  • Creative, inspiring, and dog-friendly workplaces.
  • Additional perks like dry-cleaning services, discounts, and on-site medical care.
Full Job Description

THE TEAM

The mission of the Environment Department is to reduce Aritzia’s environmental footprint throughout the value chain in line with planetary boundaries.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Sustainability team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for driving improvements and continuously enhancing the sustainability of our business practices and supply chain. As the Senior Specialist / Specialist, Environment, you will support in demonstrating the value of improved environmental performance to the business and external stakeholders, while supporting the identification and implementation of strategic improvements throughout the organization. With the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless — from a rewarding career in Sustainability to continued growth and development with Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Senior Specialist / Specialist, Environment, you will:

  • Support the definition and delivery of Aritzia’s sustainability ambition

  • Account for and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with our climate targets in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

  • Account for and reduce water use and protect water quality in our supply chain in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

  • Account for and reduce the environmental impact of the materials we use in line with our product targets and in pursuit of everyday luxury product

  • Maximize the value of our resources by designing for circularity, using our resources with care, and adopting end-of-life solutions that minimize waste sent to landfill

  • Ensure our environment programs and initiatives are integrated into our business, while enabling effective execution and continuous improvement

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior Specialist / Specialist, Environment, has:

  • Proven skills, certifications, education and/or experience in:

    • Bachelor’s degree or higher in sustainability, environmental science, ESG, or a related discipline

    • ESG frameworks, standards, and tools (Textile Exchange, Worldly, Circular Design Principles)

    • Project or programmanagement skills or certificates(e.g., PMPor equivalent)

  • A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles

  • The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners

  • A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $50,000 - $150,000 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.

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.

  • Baby LeaveProgramWe provide up to 16 weeks of paid time to support you and your growing family.

  • 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.

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