Product Manager | Liteline Corporation

Electrical & Automation Industry Careers; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lighting manufacturer located in Richmond Hill, Canada is seeking a Product Manager to oversee the product lifecycle and drive new product initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in product management within the electrical industry and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team committed to innovation and growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Employer-funded social events

Partial company match on RRSP contributions

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years in product management with responsibility for positioning and pricing.
• 3+ years in the electrical or similar industry.
• Ability to work effectively across functions.

Responsibilities

• Bring new products to market through analysis and scheduling.
• Translate market needs into proven product developments.
• Manage the entire product lifecycle.

Skills

Product management

Market research

Project management

Communication

Analytical problem-solving

Basic programming or scripting

Education

BSc or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, or Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Liteline Corporation, founded in 1979, is Canada’s leading and largest privately held lighting manufacturer. We specialize in LED lighting for North American residential and commercial markets, manufacturing complete lines for architectural lighting, hospitality and retail, office and commercial space, high rise residentials, and more. Located near the Greater Toronto Area tech hub, Liteline operates a 160,000 sq. ft. facility with over 140 employees and is poised for strategic growth.

Reporting to the Director of Product Management, the Product Manager works within the Corporate Product Management / Development team to support the product’s strategic goals. This role manages the assigned product line and helps expand the business by leading cross-functional teams through the New Product Development Process, including defining product requirements, pricing, promotion, product launch, inventory level planning, and product obsolescence management.

For the right candidate, we will offer:

Competitive pay commensurate with qualifications and experience; employer funded after-work team social events; partial company match on employee contributions towards company group RRSP; and an opportunity to be part of an innovative, growing organization that supports learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Bring new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and development programs, establishing time schedules with Engineering, Purchasing and Marketing.
• Manage product development by translating market needs into winning products through market research, defining target markets, understanding customer needs, and creating a Market Requirements Document.
• Manage Product Lifecycle Management (launch to obsolescence) by outlining the Product Roadmap (jointly with Sales & Engineering), defining margin goals/management, performing product line analysis, collating competitor analysis, managing product enhancements, aligning sales forecast with inventory requirements, and coordinating product launch and obsolescence activities.
• Determine product pricing by utilizing market research data, competitive benchmarking, and reviewing production and sales costs.
• Coordinate product launch activities with Sales and Marketing by creating product collateral (with Marketing), outlining features and benefits, managing product information within online tools (internet and quoting systems), and supporting Sales and Channel through pre- and post-launch activities.

Ideal candidate

• A BSc or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years progressive product management accountability: positioning, pricing, distribution and promotion plan to positively impact market share.
• 3+ years’ industry experience (electrical or similar industry) working in marketing and sales.
• Ability to work effectively across functions with strong communication and project management capabilities.
• Ability to establish rapport with internal/external customers.
• Creative thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct technical presentations.
• Basic programming or scripting knowledge.
• System knowledge (ERP, CRM) and Microsoft Office fluency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• French language ability would be an asset.

How to apply

To apply, send your resume to [e-mail], referencing the job title in the subject line. Liteline is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to [e-mail]—we’ll be happy to assist. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Liteline.

About Liteline

Liteline Corporation is located in the Greater Toronto Area and is dedicated to innovation, teamwork, and delivering excellence. Come grow with us!