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# People & Culture Business Partner Specialist, Retail - Japan at ARC'TERYX

- **Company:** ARC'TERYX
- **Location:** Tokyo, Japan
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-08-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-15
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/arcteryx.com/73f80722-8557-4f2b-b1fa-1c6e5b20db9a

## Job description

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

You define your role as a strategic partner. You partner with regional managers and our field retail employees to accomplish business objectives, through the application of thoughtful, intentional and innovative people practices. You are an expert in building platforms for people to perform at their best.

Meet Your Future Team:

The People & Culture Business Partner team operates in strategic partnership with the business, to drive the continuous evolution of people practices and foster a culture of belonging that generates high-performance, strength-based teams, and values-based leadership. You will partner with Retail leaders in the application of thoughtful, intentional, and innovative people practices.

If you were the P&C Business Partner Specialist, Retail now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:

- Serving as the main P&C Business partner to our Retail leaders in Japan

- Thoughtfully leading all aspects of the people retail business model

- Supporting retail teams to create a people strategy that builds amazing teams who exceed business objectives

- Fostering, nurturing and evolving relationships that enable rapport, trust and influence throughout the company

- Providing advice and coaching to managers and employees on relevant business and people priorities such as; identifying key talent, succession planning, supporting recognition and rewards, developing objectives, performance management, organization design, workforce planning, learning & development and terminations

- Identifying business and resource gaps and partnership with retail leaders on solutions

- Gathering and analyzing relevant people and business information to identify trends and communicate recommendations to get alignment on priorities and implement improvements

- Ensuring relevant personal-development tools and information for teams and employees are readily available, communicated, and understood – you champion personal development

- Leading and championing companywide P&C programs for the store teams, such as the Performance Review Process, Employee Engagement Survey, and Talent Reviews

- Developing cross-functional projects from scratch and participating in business-wide projects that aim to solve organizational pain points

- Engaging in store and market visits with cross-functional partners to represent talent and P&C data and trends

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

- Creating ‘out of the box’ P&C solutions to meet the business needs.

- Leading organizational design in partnership with senior business leaders.

- Partnering to create people programs to support the business, Interim Role Program,　Retail Stretch Assignment Program, etc.

Are you our next P&C Business Partner Specialist, Retail?

- You are based in the Tokyo area and can travel to stores in your region

- You have 5+ years of progressive HR experience in retail and/or hospitality

- You are comfortable navigating relationships, with expertise in leveraging data to manage a complex group of stakeholders

- You highly collaborative style and a willingness and demonstrated ability to work in teams as both a leader, and supporting team member

- You have the ability to coach, mentor, advise team members towards growth and development paths in alignment with business and personal objectives

- You have strong project management skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities

- You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, easily able to analyze data, assess people, understand trends, and develop prioritized recommendations

- You have excellent listening and communication skills, comfortable communicating large complex changes

- You are comfortable operating in the work, and simultaneously enjoy being part of highly complex business discussion

- You can quickly build an in depth understanding of the business, key processes, priorities and plans

- You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity

- You can balance autonomy and collaboration

- You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement

- You seek the best (but sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right

- Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it

## Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core values, while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.

All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

Leave it Better. We believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that there’s always a better way. Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world.

Live it. Get out there - the mountains make us better

Disruptive evolution. In pursuit of better. Always.

Commit. We set bold objectives and see them through.

## About ARC'TERYX

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Arc’teryx designs and manufactures premium technical outdoor apparel, equipment, and footwear for mountain athletes and outdoor enthusiasts.
- **Entity Type**: Private – owned by Amer Sports Canada, Inc. (subsidiary of Amer Sports, which is privately held by a consortium led by ANTA Sports)
- **Headquarters**: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- **Founded**: 1989
- **Founders**: Founded by a crew of Vancouver-based climbers (specific individuals not publicly named)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Apparel & Fashion – technical outdoor gear and apparel
- Target customers: B2C – mountain athletes, climbers, trail runners, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts (from pros to weekend warriors)
- Mission/purpose: “Leave It Better” – a commitment to designing for a better future, reducing environmental impact, and making the outdoors accessible to everyone.

## Products & Services
- **Technical Apparel**: Jackets (e.g., Alpha SV, Atom), pants, baselayers, and mid-layers for climbing, skiing, and alpine use.
- **Footwear**: Hiking, trail running, and approach shoes designed for mountain terrain.
- **Packs & Harnesses**: Backpacks, climbing harnesses (the company’s original product), and other load-carrying gear.
- **Accessories**: Beanies, gloves, and other outdoor essentials.
- **Services**: In-store product repair and maintenance (Arc’teryx ReBIRD™), gear rental (select locations), and a loyalty/recognition program (Arc’Adventure).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available. Arc’teryx is a subsidiary of Amer Sports, which was acquired in 2019 by a consortium led by ANTA Sports; no separate valuation is disclosed.
- **Key Metric**: Retail presence in over 2,400 locations worldwide; global brand with company-owned stores across North America, Europe, China, and Asia Pacific.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company Amer Sports (privately held); key partners include athletes, guides, and outdoor industry organizations.
- **Growth Signals**: Continued expansion into new international markets (e.g., China Mainland and Asia Pacific); growing direct-to-consumer retail network; investment in sustainability initiatives and manufacturing capacity (ARC’One facility in New Westminster, BC).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Design & Testing**: Utilizes athlete and guide feedback loops and in-situ testing in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia to refine products under extreme conditions.
- **Innovation Leadership**: Industry-leading technologies like Gore-Tex Pro laminates, WaterTight™ zippers, and advanced seam construction.
- **Heritage & Brand Loyalty**: Founded by climbers in 1989; deep credibility among technical mountain athletes and a cult-like following.
- **Sustainability Commitment**: Absolute emissions reduction targets aligned with the Paris Agreement (1.5°C) and a Circular Economy program (ReBIRD repair/reuse).

## Strategic Focus
- **Sustainability**: Reducing environmental impact through durable, repairable products and setting science-based carbon targets.
- **Global Growth**: Expanding retail footprint in high-growth regions (Asia Pacific, Europe) while strengthening direct-to-consumer channels.
- **Product Diversification**: Broadening footwear and trail-running lines to capture more of the outdoor active market.
- **Culture & Talent**: Investing in leadership development, equity and inclusion programs, and flexible work models to attract and retain top talent.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Leave It Better” mindset; emphasis on curiosity, collaboration, and commitment. Inclusive workplace with Employee Belonging Councils and dedicated EDI team.
- **Work Policy**: Hybrid office model with work-from-home accessibility; headquarters in North Vancouver at the base of a trail network for daily inspiration.
- **Perks & Benefits**:
  - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
  - 401K/RRSP matching and annual incentive bonus.
  - Parental leave program.
  - Arc’Adventure employee recognition program (all-expenses-paid outdoor trip for a week).
  - Learning and development programs (leadership development, skill-building).
  - Onsite amenities at ARC’One manufacturing hub (gym, free shuttle, cultural celebrations, ESL courses).
- **Engineering/Creative Culture**: Close collaboration between designers, athletes, and makers for rapid iteration; human-centred design approach.

## Sources
1. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/arc-teryx-equipment-inc-)
2. [arcteryx.com](https://arcteryx.com/us/en/explore/whoweare)
3. [arcteryx.com](https://arcteryx.com/us/en/careers/corporate-opportunities)
4. [arcteryx.com](https://arcteryx.com/gb/en/careers)
5. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/arcteryx.com?workplacetype=hybrid)

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