We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Product Manager for Apparel Brands in our Coquitlam, British Columbia location.

Overview:

The Assistant Product Manager will support the Product Managers in improving existing product marketing campaigns or developing new products fit for the company.

This will be a Hybrid role with two days at the office and three days working from home, or you can choose to work full-time at the office.

Responsibilities:

• Product life-cycle process – optimize new product introduction and minimize any financial impact of discontinued product.
• Work in conjunction with the General Marketing team to determine placement, product introduction and promotion strategy. 
• Develop clear product “core” messaging and provide clear value distinction in the marketplace.
• Understand, define, and communicate the competitive landscape for the product category and determine key market messages.
• Develop product specifications, packaging ideas, and technical information for the graphics department.
• Combines creativity and out-of-the box thinking in marketing and introducing new products to the market, seasonal promotions, advertising opportunities, new product launches, etc.
• Assist Sr. Product Manager in managing the relationship and product lines with existing and new suppliers.
• Work through product quality and compliance improvements.
• Work in conjunction with the General Marketing team, to determine placement, product introduction, and promotional strategy.
• Support trade shows and other company-sponsored events as required.
• Respond to questions and concerns from customers and staff.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in product development in commercial or industrial products.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Ability to understand and relay technical product specifications.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office – particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Works well in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Thirst for knowledge.
• Experience in clothing or textiles industry preferred.

We Offer:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package and are committed to providing our employees with work-life balance.

About Us:

We  are a leading supplier of professional tool, equipment and safety products for workers.  Founded in 1957, We have a  proven track record of success as a one-source supplier, known to Canadian wholesale and independent distributors for delivering high-quality tools, equipment, and safety products and service. We strive to be the best-in-class supplier of professional tools and safety equipment to workers. Our range of products include: abrasives, air tools, hand tools, material handling, lifting equipment and safety apparel and products. 

We are  headquartered in Coquitlam, British Columbia with six branch offices located in the major cities across Canada. We also have a US branch that is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.