Product Manager - Montréal, Canada - CCM Hockey

CCM Hockey

Verified Company

Montréal, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

CCM Hockey is present worldwide, we have offices in Canada, the United States, Sweden, Finland and Taiwan. Our headquarters are located in Montreal, where we create and develop our equipment. Our mission is to inspire dreams and empower every player to fulfill their passion while enjoying their game.

Our team's vision is to be the leading brand on and off the ice, by delivering innovative products and outstanding experience to our athletes and partners everywhere, all while putting our employees and communities at the forefront.

We aim to unlock the full potential of every CCM athlete from pond to forum by delivering innovation to maximize performance and ignite in them the self-confidence to chase their dream.

We're looking for passionate players who share our core values and will help us become THE industry leader

At CCM Hockey, we live our values everyday:

Authenticity:
Standing up for who you are, doing what you mean and what you believe in.

Empowerment:

Through their unique contributions, each person is different, each person is important, and each person has the opportunity to make a difference.

Teamwork:
A team that works together always beats a team of highly skilled individual players.

Respect:

Valuing differences and allowing others to express themselves when working together, to achieve common goals, to grow and succeed as a company.

PURPOSE

Reporting to the Manager of the Accessories Business Unit, the Product Manager's purpose is to lead the company's charge to be a dominant player in the accessory category.

The organization needs a great performer dedicated to managing all aspects of the CCM accessory business (briefs, offering, pricing, strategy, and go-to market).

It is a key role within the business unit's triad structure (design, development & product management).

The PM needs to be a well of knowledge in consumer insights, dealer dynamics, market trends and competitive intelligence, in order to directly impact upcoming product, and guide the product designers' and developers' efforts in innovation.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Lead individual insights gathering and be the central database for competitive intelligence.
Build a strong understanding of regional markets, strong retail network with a pointofview of dynamics that create success.
Evaluate and identify potential new market opportunities for CCM.
Guide designers and developers in the creation of accessory products by identifying consumer and dealer needs across different regions.
Head the pricing strategies of CCM accessories and navigate cost structures to optimize value for CCM, customers and consumers.
Analyze, identify and present different product line scenarios which capitalize on opportunities and maximize return for CCM's business plan.
Lead the content creation and share information in compelling format, tailored for different audiences (Senior Leadership Team, internal sales team, retail buyers/owners, floor staff, and product knowledge content: Lead the content creation and share information in compelling format, tailored for different audiences (Senior Leadership Team, internal sales team, retail buyers/owners, floor staff,
Constantly review the Global SKU offering to decide where we can simplify, where we should set guardrails and where additions would be valuable

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or related field; MBA or Master's Degree is an asset.
A minimum of 13 years of experience in a similar position.
Experience in the retail industry is an asset.
Ability to synthesize market and customer feedback
Analytical and quantitative skills; experience using hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases
Strong writing skills and excellent presentation skills
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to work on numerous projects simultaneously
Ability to influence and lead stakeholders
Experience working with diverse groups of people to manage and inspire change
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in both English and French.

WHY JOIN THE CCM TEAM?

Competitive salaries, including a performancebased bonus program.
Full range of group insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.) from Day
Group retirement pension plan with employer matching (up to 5% of base salary).
3 weeks of vacation per year prorated as of your start date.
Flexible work schedule.
Discounted prices on CCM products.
Subsidized sports and wellness activities.
Fun social events throughout the year.

At CCM Hockey, we celebrate the difference for the benefit of our employees, our products and our collaborators.

We work to create an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age or other motives, can give the best of themselves.