THE TEAM

The mission of the Wash department is to ensure the world-class execution of washes.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Wash team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for developing and executing Product washes that deliver on Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury promise. You will play a pivotal role in developing, refining, and standardizing Product washes across Aritzia’s ready-to-wear assortment (excluding denim and heavy woven product), working cross-functionally across Product Creative and Manufacturing Sub-Division teams to ensure each wash brings the creative vision to life while meeting Aritzia’s world-class standards for technical wash application.  The experience you bring to this role along with the skills you gain, will unlock endless opportunities – from a rewarding career in the Wash Department, to continued growth and development with Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Senior Manager/Manager, Wash, you will partner with cross-functional teams 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.
• Establish a cross-functional wash approval process that outlines roles and accountability by department, to ensure we that we can seamlessly deliver on Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury promise.
• Develop world-class washes for Aritzia’s ready-to-wear assortment (excluding denim and heavy woven product) that meet the creative vision and are complaint with all regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure our Manufacturing Suppliers and in-region Product Integrity wash lead have the approved standards and formulas to meet Aritzia’s technical wash requirements and aesthetic outcomes.
• Manage the physical and digital wash assets associated with the end-to-end wash lifecycle, from sample development, testing, and through to wash application during bulk production.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior Manager/Manager, Wash, has:

• Proven and best-in-class skills, applicable certifications, education and/or experience in:
  • Education in Textile or Chemical Engineering
  • Knowledge of the wash process and techniques, chemicals, dyeing, finishing, and advanced treatments
  • Knowledge of global wash testing methods, performance standards, and chemical safety
• 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
• A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value

THE COMPENSATION

At Aritzia, we provide market-leading compensation packages designed to reward impact through our pay-for-performance philosophy.

The range for roles at this level is $100,000 - $300,000 per year. Total compensation may include base, bonus and/or equity depending on the role, which has the potential to be greater than this range.

With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces, and elevated 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 Leave Program — We 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.