Summary
Job purpose
The Product Manager - Barbecue will report to the Head of Product Team, but also take direction from the CEO and President. The position is responsible for supporting the retail stores.
Duties and responsibilities
· Negotiate and secure competitive pricing for products
· Act as the primary liaison for the Vendors, Sales team and other TA teams
· Establish and maintain supply arrangements with Vendors
· Forecast Inventory requirements for the season and update purchase orders with suppliers
· Handle communications with various teams
· Prepare and distribute regular stock reports on category
· Communicate all supplier promotions to our Marketing, Web and Sales teams
· Reserve products to customer invoices
· Merchandise at various TA stores as needed
· Keep accurate store floor displays
· Assist with Barbecue events at stores arranging for the event equipment and demo barbecues to get shipped in time
· Attend weekly Product Management meetings
Qualifications
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
· Good decision-making skills
· Coordination experience an asset
· Must have exceptional organizational skills
· Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively
· Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Programs, mainly excel
· Ability to learn new software – EPASS POS system
· Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills
· Critical thinking and decision making abilities
· Attention to detail
Requirements
Must be able to lift min 50 lbs.
Work at various stores
Must have car and valid driver’s license
Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
