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Sr. Product Manager

Loblaw

Brampton, CAN

Temporary

Senior

1 weeks ago

Product ManagementMerchandisingMarket ResearchFinancial AnalysisProject ManagementStakeholder Management

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About the Role

Loblaw is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead a control brand portfolio, drive first-to-market innovation, and manage base maintenance projects. You will develop strategic rationale for new products, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and coach an Assistant Product Manager.

Key Skills for This Role

Product ManagementMerchandisingMarket ResearchFinancial AnalysisProject ManagementStakeholder Management

Responsibilities

Develop strong working relationships with key team members including Category Management, Supply Chain, Control Brand Sourcing teams, and Marketing
Acquire knowledge and insights of corporate strategy, consumer insights and economic outlook to develop CB portfolio strategy for new products
Develop strategic rationale and cases for new product development including financial feasibility, supplier selection, product features, sales projections, pricing, marketing, merchandising and promotions
Develop strategy for new product categories including merchandising, packaging, pricing, promotions and marketing
Apply financial and management information systems to compile, analyze and monitor sales results and recommend corrective actions
Develop and maintain good working relationships with manufacturers to ensure proper execution of product launches
Responsible for end to end project management for base maintenance and new products
Arrange and participate in department meetings to develop strategies and pursue innovative items
Coaching and talent development for Assistant Product Manager direct report
Chair design kick off meetings to ensure team understanding of project strategy
Lead forward looking innovation conversations with vendors and chair project kick off meetings
Build and lead diverse teams that foster a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging

Requirements

Minimum 5 7 years of product management/merchandising or equivalent experience
University degree required in Management, Marketing or Equivalent
Project Management Certification and/or MBA an asset
Strong leadership and managerial skills including project management
Strong presentation and analytical skills
Advanced level of initiative and judgment to organize and prioritize tasks
Advanced understanding of marketing and merchandising practices and procedures
Ability to build strong collaborative working relationships with cross functional teams
Specialized interpersonal and decision making skills
Advanced computer skills for reports, documents, spreadsheets, and presentations

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Why This Role Is Important

The successful candidate will lead a control brand portfolio, leverage customer insights and industry trends to develop first to market innovation, and drive growth in base innovation.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Loblaw Brands, the incumbent will ensure health of the base program by ensuring delivery of all maintenance projects.

What You'll Do

Develop strong working relationships with key team members including Category Management, Supply Chain, Control Brand Sourcing teams, and Marketing.
Acquire knowledge and insights of corporate strategy, consumer insights and economic outlook to develop CB portfolio strategy for new products.
Develop strategic rationale and cases for new product development including financial feasibility, supplier selection, product features, sales projections, pricing, marketing, merchandising and promotions.
Develop strategy for new product categories including merchandising, packaging, pricing, promotions and marketing.
Apply financial and management information systems to compile, analyze and monitor sales results and recommend corrective actions.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with manufacturers to ensure proper execution of product launches.
Responsible for end to end project management for base maintenance and new products.
Arrange and participate in department meetings to develop strategies and pursue innovative items.
Coaching and talent development for Assistant Product Manager direct report.
Chair design kick off meetings to ensure team understanding of project strategy.
Lead forward looking innovation conversations with vendors and chair project kick off meetings.
Build and lead diverse teams that foster a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging.

What You Bring

Minimum 5 7 years of product management/merchandising or equivalent experience.
University degree required in Management, Marketing or Equivalent.
Project Management Certification and/or MBA an asset.
Strong leadership and managerial skills including project management.
Strong presentation and analytical skills with ability to provide recommendations and build plans from key analytics.
Advanced level of initiative and judgment to organize and prioritize tasks.
Advanced understanding of marketing and merchandising practices and procedures.
Ability to build strong collaborative working relationships with cross functional teams.
Specialized interpersonal and decision making skills.
Advanced computer skills for reports, documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Hiring Range

CAD 90,000 CAD 120,000 per year.

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