Job Description

Why Join Sinclair Technologies?

We have an innovative and outstanding team of industry professionals who drive our ongoing success at Sinclair. We strive to offer a supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment that helps our employees expand their careers and reach their highest potential.

Summary:

The Associate Product Manager supports Product Management by ensuring that Sinclair products stay competitive in the market and that Sinclair maintains an industry leader. The Associate Product Manager will manage the full lifecycle of Sinclair's products through design & development, product launch, market growth, as well as end-of-life. The ideal candidate not only possesses a strong technical aptitude and business acumen but also is well versed in market research and business case development.

What You'll Do:

• Study market trends and monitor/analyze the target market environment through direct market research;
• Analyze features, pricing, profitability, key performance indicators, and competitiveness of Sinclair products and solutions in the marketplace;
• Work closely with the sales team to identify new product opportunities and prepare business cases & strategies from a thorough understanding of customers' requirements and the competitive environment;
• Support the sales team on proposals, quotation requests, and customer engagement;
• Align product requirements, establish and maintain product roadmaps;
• Establishing marketing communication and promotional strategies, leading product launches, and coordinating various product marketing activities;
• Manage the full product lifecycle (from concept to EOL) by working with various departments, including R&D/Engineering, Sourcing, Quality, Planning, and Manufacturing;
• Contribute to pricing strategies and prepare annual standard regional product price-lists;
• Maintain product pricing information on CRM and ERP;
• Prepare/maintain product specification documents and promotional materials on the website;
• Conduct new product training for the sales team and customers;
• Plan and participate in major industry events to keep current on market trends and the competitive landscape;
• Ensure that all legal, regulatory, and branding requirements are met;
• Support/guide peers/juniors in the Product Management team and the HQ;
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or equivalent field of study;
• 3+ years of experience in RF or telecommunications;
• 2+ years of experience in product management;
• Self-motivated;
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and handle pressure;
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills;
• Effective management of multitasking;
• Proven discipline to execute a product launch plan;
• Proven ability to write technical specifications and requirements;
• Strong communication skills (oral, written, and presentations);
• Experience and/or knowledge of public safety communications is an asset;
• Available and able to do worldwide travel (approximately 10%).

What We Offer:

• Paid vacation days;
• 5 paid sick days;
• 100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, life & disability insurance and more (coverage varies);
• 4% RSSP matching;
• Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations;
• 100% reimbursed job-related training;
• Fitness reimbursement program;
• Flexible hours of work based on position;
• Employee Referral Program;
• Employee Award Program;
• Plenty of on-site parking & a 5-minute walk to GO Train station;
• Office located in a serene location full of greenery in Aurora, ON (go for a quick hike at lunch at Sheppard's Bush!);
• Employee events & initiatives: company BBQs, free lunch events, ice cream trucks, employee raffles, and a lunchroom fully stocked with a variety of coffees & teas.

Please note that benefits may vary by location and employment status.

About Us:

Sinclair Technologies, a division of Norsat International Inc., is a leading designer and manufacturer of antenna and RF signal conditioning products, systems, and coverage solutions. Sinclair products are used extensively in public safety and private industry communication networks, such as emergency services, transportation, natural resources, and utilities. We have over 70 years of industry-leading expertise in all aspects of antenna and RF signal conditioning design and manufacturing. With a strong focus on R&D, we continue to expand our product offerings and offer industry-leading technical solutions.

Reports to: Senior Product Manager
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Diversity Statement:

The Company values a diverse workplace where equal employment opportunities are available and commits to practicing a fair recruitment and hiring process in which all candidates are considered on the basis of their skills, abilities, and fit with the Company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, pregnancy, and physical or mental disability.

Accessibility Accommodations:

More information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodations, are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Security Screening Requirement:

Sinclair is a secure facility; thus, all employment is contingent upon the selected candidate's successful clearance from federal security screenings, including Criminal Record Check.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters please.

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