Chief Executive Officer

Centrum Home Décor Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 250,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the textile and home products industry is seeking a Manager to oversee product development, strategies, and market analysis. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and extensive experience in the industry, with a focus on innovation and team collaboration. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive wage and benefits including performance bonuses.

Benefits

Performance Bonuses

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience managing a company.
• 3-5 years in textile and home products design and development.
• Substantial knowledge of raw materials and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage company goals and strategies.
• Oversee product development from concept to production.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Team Building

Communication

Education

University degree or college diploma in commerce, business administration, finance or related discipline

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Auto CAD

Job description

(NOC 00014)

Business address: 151 Yonge Street, 11th Floor, Toronto, ON, M5C 2W7.

Job duties:

• Manage the company and make executive decisions regarding the company’s goals and strategies.
• Oversee cross-functional teams – including the marketing, sales and production teams – to refine and finalize product designs.
• Identify emerging trends, consumer needs, and the competitive landscape in the textile and home products industry.
• Analyse market data to inform product development strategies and identify potential opportunities for new product offerings.
• Oversee the testing process of raw materials and products to ensure they meet industry standards and customer expectations.
• Manage a portfolio of textile and home products, ensuring a diverse and competitive range of offerings.
• Manage the end-to-end product development process, from initial concept to final production.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure timely and cost-effective production of new products.
• Collaborate with packaging suppliers to select sustainable and cost-effective materials.
• Ensure packaging designs comply with regulatory requirements and align with brand standards.
• Implement quality control processes at the company to ensure all products meet the company’s standards for quality and performance.
• Manage design and development projects to ensure that deadlines and budget constraints are met.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of product development projects.
• Evaluate, refine, and implement processes at the company to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Ensure that training and mentorship is provided to new team members.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment in the workplace.

Terms of employment: Permanent and full-time.

The language of work: English.

Wage: $61.54 per hour.

Benefits: Performance Bonuses.

Skills requirements:

Required education:

• A university degree or college diploma in commerce, business administration, finance or another related discipline.

Required work experience and skills:

• 2 – 3 years of experience managing a company.
• 3 – 5 years of experience in textile and home products design and development with an import company.
• Substantial experience in textile/home product design and market trends.
• Substantial knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and market trends.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for innovation and creativity.
• Strong collaboration and team building skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in design software such as the Adobe Creative Suite, Auto CAD, or similar design tools.
• A background in retail is preferred.