Product Specialist HVAC

Napoleon Products; Barrie; Hybrid; CAD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

On-the-job learning

Internal opportunities

Job summary

Napoleon leads with innovative engineering and manufacturing. The Product Specialist HVAC will draft business cases, lead projects for Express and Big Box, and support new product development and launch readiness.

Reporting to the Director of Product Management, you will conduct competitive analysis, manage VOC, and collaborate with Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure on-time delivery and aligned with corporate goals. Post-secondary diploma and 1–3 years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Business, Marketing, Technical Writing or related field is required.
• 1-3 years’ business or marketing experience; preference given to individuals with product management experience.
• Experience working in collaborative cross functional teams. Proven experience partnering with Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing departments is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP Systems; knowledge of Adobe Suite would be an asset.
• Must possess strong organizational and project management skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Bilingualism considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• In support of Stage Gate, assist Senior team members in the organization and execution of project management duties including product management requirements on Express project initiatives.
• Make sure all team members know what is required, by when and that the stage gate process is followed.
• Be responsible for project document management including set up, organization and logging information into databases.
• Serve as a liaison between cross functional departments for both small and large project management initiatives including ECOs (Change Notices), liason with brand team for Salsify inputs on product details.
• Support business initiatives related to new product development targets and existing product management support.
• Do research and manage special projects. Help co-ordinate pricing and competitive price comparison. Create professional presentations. May be required to deliver the presentation.
• Support various channel initiatives and project execution for onboarding process of new initiatives sold into the customer (e.g., help prepare for line review with mass retailers).
• Make sure we capture voice of customer (VOC) – as part of process for customer driven innovation, this will include creating interview guides, conducting interviews and capturing and organizing feedback.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Bilingualism (asset)

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Business, Marketing, Technical Writing or related field

Tools

ERP Systems

Adobe Suite

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $46,800 CAD to $64,350 CAD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customerserviceand remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate tooperateon a world-wide scale.

The warmth and experience that Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to elevate everyday experiences, so you love being home. Throughout North America, Europe, SouthAmericaand Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

Thispostis for an existingcontractvacancy and is activelybeing recruitedfor.

Title: Product Specialist HVAC

Reports To: Director of Product Management

Job Purpose: The Product Specialist will be responsible for drafting business cases and business analysis for assigned new products. Project Management lead on Express and/or Big Box projects to support bringing new initiatives through development and launch readiness. Incumbent will work on competitive analysis, work through P&L scenarios. Support of other departments with respect to product development and product marketing. The most important aspect of this role will be to make sure things get done properly and on time with respect to the overall departmental and corporate goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• In support of Stage Gate, assist Senior team members in the organization and execution of project management duties including product management requirements on Express project initiatives. Make sure all team members know what is required, by when and that the stage gate process is followed. Be responsible for project document management including set up, organization and logging information into databases.
• Serve as a liaison between cross functional departments for both small and large project management initiatives including ECOs (Change Notices), liason with brand team for Salsify inputs on product details.
• Support business initiatives related to new product development targets and existing product management support.
• Do research and manage special projects. Help co-ordinate pricing and competitive price comparison. Create professional presentations. May be required to deliver the presentation.
• Support various channel initiatives and project execution for onboarding process of new initiatives sold into the customer (e.g., help prepare for line review with mass retailers).
• Make sure we capture voice of customer (VOC) – as part of process for customer driven innovation, this will include creating interview guides, conducting interviews and capturing and organizing feedback.

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary diploma in Business, Marketing, Technical Writing or related field is required.
• 1-3 years’ business or marketing experience; preference given to individuals with product management experience
• Experience working in collaborative cross functional teams. Proven experience partnering with Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing departments is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP Systems; knowledge of Adobe Suite would be an asset.
• Must possess strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential
• Bilingualism considered an asset

At Napoleon, we believe in creating an environment where our Associates can thrive personally and professionally.Here’swhat you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program for mental health and well-being (EAP)
• Opportunities to learn new skills on the job
• Access to new opportunities as they become available within the company

Culture & Community

• Appreciation events, raffles, and team building activities
• Competitive compensation
• Exclusive Associate discounts on our award-winning products

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness in hiring, wedisclosethat automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), may be used to support parts of the recruitment process. This may include functions such as resume parsing, candidate ranking, or initial screening.These tools do not make final hiring decisions but may assist Talent Acquisition in evaluating applications.AItools used may include systems based on algorithms, statistical models, or machine learning.

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract andretainAssociates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is availableuponrequest.

We thank you for your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies and forparticipatingin our competition. Only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.