Travel Program Lead - Temporary (6 month contract)

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX: As the Travel Program Lead, you will lead the management and optimization of Arc'teryx's global corporate travel program. This is a unique opportunity to become the first full-time resource dedicated to corporate travel at Arc'teryx and play a key role in shaping how employees travel around the world. As the owner of the Egencia travel program, you will focus on building a strong foundation for a scalable, best-in-class travel program while driving adoption, improving the employee travel experience, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring alignment with company policies and objectives. This role is not responsible for booking travel on behalf of employees. Instead, you will serve as the primary point of contact for employees and stakeholders navigating the travel program, as well as managing the planning and delivery of strategic Egencia initiatives and efficiencies. Meet Your Future Team: The Global People Enablement and Experience team leads business management, strategic planning, project management, corporate services, employee experiences and events. Through strategic operations, thoughtful experiences, and meaningful activations in our spaces, we create the conditions for teams to thrive. Global People Enablement & Experience is the conduit between People, Culture & Transformation and our cross-company partners - enabling growth, scaling our capabilities and activating our culture to achieve our business goals. You will work closely with employees, people leaders, Executive Assistants, Finance, Procurement, Asset Protection and external travel partners to support business travel across Arc'teryx. As the company's travel subject matter expert, you will bring structure, insights, and best practices to a growing global travel program while helping create a seamless travel experience for employees. If you were the Travel Program Lead, here are some of the core activities you would be doing: Leading strategic Egencia projects from discovery through implementation, partnering with internal stakeholders and Egencia to deliver new capabilities, process improvements, cost savings and enhanced traveler experiences Acting as the primary owner and administrator of the Arc'teryx Egencia travel program Enabling employees to effectively navigate and utlizethe Egencia platform and travel processes Evolving the foundational processes, governance, and stakeholder partnerships required to support a growing global travel program Driving adoption and effective utilization of the travel program Overseeing travel spend, compliance, and program performance Managing the relationship with Egencia and escalating service issues when required Identifying opportunities to improve traveler experience, efficiency, and cost effectiveness Creating and managing travel communications, training materials, and self-service resources Building reporting and insights to support business decisions Strengthening travel governance, compliance, and risk management practices Identifying additional opportunities for sustainability, cost optimization, and supplier consolidation Partnering with Procurement on Egencia-related RFP initiatives Establishing a roadmap for the future evolution and maturity of Arc'teryx's travel program Are you our next Travel Program Lead? 4+ years of experience in corporate travel management, travel program management, procurement, operations, or a related field Experience working with Egencia, American Express Global Business Travel, SAP Concur, Navan, or similar travel management platforms Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Knowledge of corporate travel policies, travel operations, and supplier management practices Experience managing relationships with external vendors and service providers Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights Strong PPT skills, with experience designing and delivering PPT presentations to executives Experience driving adoption and change within employee-facing programs Experience building, implementing, or transforming employee programs, operational processes, or travel programs from the ground up Demonstrated ability to create structure, governance, and scalable processes in a growing or evolving organization Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution Experience working in a global or multi-region organization is considered an asset Compensation: The salary range for this role is CAD$94,000 - CAD$124,000 Total Rewards Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility. We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team. In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life: Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable. Time & Flexibilit y - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore). Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents. Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events) , Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear). *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role. 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 value Do Right 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.