Senior Director, Global Sports & Partnership Marketing

Arc'teryx Equipment

. Define and lead the long-term vision, strategy, and execution of Arc'teryx's Global Sports Marketing program .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeNorth Vancouver • CanadaSenior💰 CA$181,000 - CA$237,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in building and scaling athlete marketing, partnerships, and community strategies within the outdoor sports industry. Possesses strong leadership skills to drive strategic direction, foster relationships, and enhance brand visibility and equity.

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Global Sports Marketing StrategyAthlete Team DevelopmentPartnership ManagementContent Strategy LeadershipBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Sports MarketingPartnership DevelopmentCommunity EngagementBrand VisibilityData-Driven Decision MakingBusiness PlanningOperating ModelsEvent ManagementMedia Partnership ManagementAthlete Performance Understanding

Soft Skills

Inspiring CommunicationStakeholder AlignmentNegotiation SkillsInfluential Relationship BuildingTeam Leadership

Industry Keywords

Outdoor Sports IndustryAthlete MarketingDiversity, Equity, and InclusionSustainabilityGlobal Brand StrategyClimb, Snow, and Trail SportsCommunity-Led EngagementInnovative MarketingCultural LeadershipGlobal Perspective

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and lead the long-term vision, strategy, and execution of Arc'teryx's Global Sports Marketing program
Lead the Global Athlete Team, Partnerships, Academies, and Community programs
Shape brand engagement with athletes, guides, search and rescue, ambassadors, and outdoor communities worldwide across Climb, Snow, and Trail
Partner with Regional Marketing leaders, mountain and athlete community leaders, the Global Brand Team, and cross-functional stakeholders
Define strategic direction and operating models for the Community Team and Global Arc'teryx Academies
Build a world-class Sports Marketing organization
Set global vision and enterprise strategy for Athlete Marketing, Partnerships, Academies, and Community
Establish a cohesive global athlete strategy covering identification, recruitment, development, services, and lifecycle management
Own global sports marketing investment strategy and performance framework
Establish governance frameworks and shared standards with regional and global teams
Forge high-impact partnerships with organizations, federations, guides, search and rescue, ambassadors, and marquee events
Evolve and scale Arc'teryx-owned global events and brand moments
Embed athletes, partnerships, academies, and community initiatives into innovation pipelines, storytelling, and global campaigns
Lead content strategy to capture, share, and amplify credible stories
Partner with Product and Advanced Concept teams to incorporate athlete insight and field feedback into product creation
Represent the company in global industry forums, key events, and strategic partner engagements
Cultivate connections with core communities and cultural leaders
Drive executive-level alignment, strategic planning, high-impact forums, and board-level communications
Strengthen the athlete, partnership, and community ecosystem through diversity, equity, and inclusion
Explore digital, immersive, experiential, and community-led engagement platforms
Advance outdoor sport, sustainability, inclusion, and access through brand initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of progressive experience building and scaling athlete team, partnership, and community strategies for a global outdoor sports, apparel, or footwear brand
Deep connection to the outdoor sports industry and culture
Strong understanding of athlete performance across climb, snow, and trail
Experience building and scaling a sports marketing/partnership program at a comparable brand
Demonstrated, measurable results in brand visibility and equity
Experience securing and managing media partnerships and event partnerships
Experience leading content strategy for sports marketing or partnership programs
Entrepreneurial mindset and track record of developing innovative sports marketing and community teams
Demonstrated success building, leading, and coaching high-performing teams across complex, matrixed global organizations
Inspiring communication and ability to align diverse stakeholders through influence, credibility, and trust
Strong business acumen and negotiation skills
Ability to build and sustain influential relationships with athletes, partners, and stakeholders
Skilled at leveraging data and insights to inform decision-making
Experience managing budgets, business planning, and operating models
Global perspective, balancing enterprise consistency with local relevance
Passion for the outdoors and embodiment of the Arc'teryx ethos professionally and personally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
Mental health support
Fertility benefits
Gender-affirming care
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
RRSP matching
Eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan
Access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable
Paid time off
Wellness time
No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore)
Parental leave top-up
Nesting period for new parents
Professional development opportunities
Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events)
Employee Belonging Councils
Employee discounts
Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear)
Hybrid work arrangement