We’re excited to share an opportunity for an existing vacancy as a Product Manager (Retail & E-Commerce) in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. This is a newly created position offering a hybrid work arrangement. Our client, an established manufacturer of consumer products, is looking for a commercially driven Category Manager to support the expansion of its retail and e-commerce business. This position will play a key role in driving product strategy, strengthening relationships with major retail partners and identifying new opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate brings exceptional presentation skills, a customer-focused mindset and experience managing physical product categories within retail channels. Daily responsibilities
- Develop and execute category strategies to drive retail and e-commerce growth across multiple product lines.
- Build and maintain robust relationships with major retail customers and distribution partners.
- Lead customer presentations, product demonstrations, category reviews and training sessions.
- Support new product development, product launches and go-to-market strategies.
- Manage product pricing, promotions, assortment planning and portfolio performance.
- Analyze sales trends, market conditions and customer insights to identify growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Product Development teams to support commercial initiatives.
- Monitor competitor activities and identify opportunities to strengthen product positioning. Mandatory Requirements




- Experience in product management, category management, retail account management or a related commercial function.
- Experience working with physical consumer or industrial products.
- Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence customers and senior stakeholders.
- Strong customer relationship management and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
- Strong commercial acumen, including an understanding of pricing, profitability and sales performance.
- Self-motivated, adaptable and comfortable working in a collaborative environment.
- Post-secondary education in Business, Marketing or a related discipline. Preferred Requirements
- Experience working directly with Home Depot or other major home improvement and big-box retailers.
- Background in consumer products, home improvement, appliances or related manufacturing industries.
- Experience supporting retail channel expansion and e-commerce growth.
- Knowledge of retail merchandising, assortment planning and category performance analysis.
- Experience delivering product presentations and category reviews to national retail accounts. Salary Range $100,000 – $115,000 + 3% bonus Additional Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement (Monday and Friday remote)
- comprehensive employer-paid benefits
- 4% RRSP matching
- three weeks of vacation

📌 Product Manager (Kitchener)
🏢 itec group
📍 Kitchener