Assistant Product Manager, Apparel Brands

Founded in 1957, SureWerx has 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 services and 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. SureWerx is headquartered is in Coquitlam, British Columbia with six branch offices located in the major cities across Canada. SureWerx USA is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois. SureWerx USA Inc. is a leading supplier of professional tool, equipment and safety products for workers. SureWerx markets its products in the United States under the American Forge & Foundry®, Pioneer®, KneePro, Ranpro®, PeakWorks®, Sellstrom®, Due North®, Jackson Safety, Wilson brands, Footwear Specialties International and MEGA Comfort.

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

The Assistant Product Manager, Apparel Brands will support the Product Managers in improving existing product marketing campaigns or developing new products fit for the company. The Assistant Product Manager will work under the supervision of a Product Manager.

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.

Key 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, define target markets 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 sales and service staff;
• Other duties and projects will be assigned as required; Skills and Qualifications
• A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in product development in commercial or industrial products;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Ability to build strong relationships;
• Ability to understand, work with and relay technical product specifications;
• Highly organized and detail oriented;
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving ability;
• Strong computer skills with an emphasis on MS Office - particularly Excel and PowerPoint;
• Works well in a fast-paced and changing environment;
• Thirst for knowledge;
• Experience in clothing or têxtiles industry preferred

Salary : From $44,037.07 per year

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Coquitlam, BC V3K 0B3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Coquitlam, BC V3K 0B3