<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative <strong>Product Management Specialist</strong> for a contract-to-hire opportunity with our client. Reporting to the Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in heading the development and execution of product initiatives in both B2B and B2C spaces. In this position, you will work cross-functionally with stakeholders and vendors to ensure timely and successful delivery as per organizational go-to-market strategies. This is a unique chance to take ownership of assigned programs from research and launch to post-mortem analysis while enabling successful achievement of departmental goals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of assigned annual product from inception through post-launch analysis.</li><li>Develop and execute project plans, including defining scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and deliverables.</li><li>Coordinate and manage cross-disciplinary teams to ensure timely completion of tasks and milestones.</li><li>Prepare regular reports and presentations on project status, including updates on deliverables, challenges, and results.</li><li>Lead program pricing, forecasting, stakeholder approvals and approvals</li><li>Plan, organize, and lead cross-departmental program meetings, including documenting and tracking deliverables, deadlines, and follow-ups.</li><li>Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless development</li><li>Conduct detailed customer analysis to understand product performance and customer satisfaction; present insights and actionable recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.</li><li>Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and new innovations to continuously improve program offerings and strategies.</li><li>Support marketing and sales teams during product launches by coordinating prototypes, technical specifications, and training programs.</li><li>Ensure quality assurance throughout product development and market testing phases.</li><li>Assess and address project risks, troubleshoot issues, and propose solutions to improve efficiency and outcomes.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic Category Manager to join our team in Brampton, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee multiple product categories, ensuring they align with business objectives and strategic growth initiatives. You will be responsible for driving results through effective planning, market analysis, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute category strategies to optimize product assortment, pricing, and sales plans in alignment with customer needs and business goals.</p><p>• Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to stay informed on industry trends and identify opportunities for innovation.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation of merchandising plans and promotional activities.</p><p>• Cultivate strong vendor relationships to enhance profitability and improve product offerings.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze financial performance, including profit and loss metrics, to identify areas for improvement and drive revenue growth.</p><p>• Partner with international teams to create differentiated products that support proprietary brand development and strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Provide clear and consistent direction to merchandising teams while maintaining alignment with broader organizational objectives.</p><p>• Participate in key meetings and presentations to share insights, propose solutions, and contribute to strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Take ownership of category performance by continuously refining strategies and ensuring results align with business expectations.</p><p>• Identify and implement innovative approaches to improve competitiveness and market positioning.</p>
<p>This is a chance to join a well-established industrial company as their in-house Marketing Specialist. In this role, you’ll have a broad scope of responsibility, including planning and executing on both traditional and digital marketing campaigns. </p><p>This is a great job if you love rolling up your sleeves and doing a wide variety of different projects and tasks. Throughout the year, you will also prepare materials for several big industry tradeshows, and do the planning and follow-up work. </p><p><br></p><p>You will work with third party agencies for certain projects, related to web, print and graphic design. As the Marketing Specialist, you will be the person to coordinate all of these moving pieces to deliver the various marketing initiatives. </p><p><br></p><p>If this is the type of broad role that appeals to you, please get in touch!</p><p><br></p><p>This is a full-time position, and includes a competitive base salary, paid vacation and extended health and dental benefits. </p><p><br></p><p>Note: The working style for this role is a hybrid arrangement, and you will work three days per week in the office which is located approximately 30 minutes (40 kilometers) west from the centre of Winnipeg. To commute to this office, you will need your own car and license. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A bit about myself - my name is Nathan Wawruck, and I am a recruitment consultant based in Vancouver, BC. I have over a decade of matching marketing professionals to job opportunities across Western Canada.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're interested in pursuing this role, please apply to this posting online, and contact me for an initial discussion. This is a chance for us to discuss specifics, such as the company name, the key hiring managers, and the more in-depth job requirements. This is also a great opportunity to talk about your overall career goals and preferences. We can even discuss other potential roles which may fit what you're looking for. Please find me on LinkedIn by searching my name: Nathan Wawruck</p>
<p>We are seeking a <strong>Talent Acquisition Manager</strong> to lead recruitment efforts for a dynamic and growing organization in Pickering, Ontario. You’ll play a key role in building strong teams across multiple locations, including a new facility, while creating innovative strategies to attract top talent. If you’re passionate about recruitment, employer branding, and driving results in a global organization, this is your opportunity to make an impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a smooth hiring process for candidates and managers alike.</li><li>Create and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract top talent for blue-collar and white-collar roles.</li><li>Lead employer branding initiatives to enhance the company’s reputation as a leading employer in the job market.</li><li>Ensure all recruitment processes are compliant while delivering an exceptional candidate experience aligned with company values.</li><li>Collaborate with global talent acquisition teams to improve local and global recruitment strategies.</li><li>Work closely with internal teams to align recruitment with workforce needs and long-term business goals.</li><li>Take charge of staffing from the ground up for a new facility, building a workforce that drives success.</li><li>Use recruitment metrics and data-driven insights to refine processes and inform decisions.</li><li>Travel to various sites as needed to engage with teams and understand hiring needs on the ground.</li></ul><p><br></p>
