Current Job Postings:
Job Title: Product Manager - Marketing
Location: Kamloops, B.C.
Starting Date: as soon as possible
Job Description:
Northland Pet Supply Inc. is seeking a full time Product Manager to oversee all aspects of the advertising and sales of our modular kennels, premium dog houses, and other pet products in Canada and the U.S.A.
The Product Manager will also:
- direct and evaluate the advertising activities of the sales department
- establish distribution networks for the company's products and services, initiate market research studies and analyze their findings, develop sales and marketing materials, and assist in product development
- assist in the planning and implementation of advertising / marketing campaigns to promote the sales of products and services
- develop and implement advertising campaigns appropriate for print or electronic media
- advise senior management on advertising or sales promotion strategies
- oversee the development of distribution networks for the company's products and services, initiate market research studies and analyze their findings, develop sales and marketing materials, and assist in product development strategies based on market research
- assist in the planning and implementation of advertising / marketing campaigns to promote the sales of products and services
- plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the design, development and maintenance of the company's Internet sites and related marketing
- locate, select and procure merchandise for resale
- resolve customer complaints
The Product Manager will report to the Director of Sales, Senior Marketing Manager, and the President / CEO.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- completion of high school
- minimum 1 year of senior retail and wholesale sales experience in the pet industry - this experience would ideally include a background in sales to dog breeders and boarding kennel operations
- strong computer, Internet, and e-mail skills
- must have strong communications skills including the ability to write and speak English proficiently
Highly Desired Skills and Experience:
While all of the following attributes are not strictly essential, the candidate should exhibit at least one or more of the following attributes. Strong preference will be given to candidates that exhibit all of the following:
- post-seconday eductation (diploma or degree program) in business or commerce
- second language relevant to our primary markets, particularly Spanish and/or French
- previous experience in e-commerce and Internet distribution
- basic knowledge of website design and HTML
Remuneration:
Expected base compensation of $18 to $20 per hour (exact salary or wage commensurate with education and experience). Bonuses based on department performance to be negotiated.
Method of Application:
Your application must consist of a cover letter and personal resume. Your resume should highlight your education credentials, job history relevant to the position, special skills relevant to the job position, personal interests, and references. Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to:
jobs@northlandpetsupply.com
The following file formats are acceptable: Rich Text File (.rtx), Adobe PDF (.pdf), and MS-Word (.doc).
Your cover letter must specifically address the minimum education and experience requirements outlined above as well as any other relevant education, job experience, and skills. This is a sales management related position - sell yourself to us!
Requests for additional information can be submitted by email to the above email address and will be answered promptly. Please do not phone us.
Candidates short-listed for consideration will be contacted to schedule an interview.
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