Braber Equipment , a well-established manufacturer, distributor, and wholesaler of agricultural equipment and parts, is seeking a professional individual to join their team as a Product Development Associate . The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task and prioritize demands, while providing exceptional customer service and support.
This position reports to the Product Development Manager and will be responsible for conducting market research, generating product requirements, determining specifications, completing production timetables, pricing, time-integrated plans for product introduction and developing marketing strategies.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assess market competition by comparing the company's product to competitors' products
Determine product pricing and customer needs by utilizing market research data
Review production and sales costs, anticipating volume, costing special and customized orders
Build and update web content
Accurately verify merchandise quantities, descriptions, and prices
Manage back-end updates and new additions to our website
Work with our Graphics department, managing our image gallery and requests for images from dealers
Develop and execute regular email blasts to dealers and website customers
Provide information for management by preparing short-term and long-term product sales forecasts and special reports and analyses, answering questions and requests
Bring new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs
Prepare return-on-investment analyses, and establish time schedules with engineering and manufacturing
Introduce and market new products by developing time-integrated plans with sales, advertising, and production
Specific Project Management tasks, as directed
Other duties, as required
Qualifications required:
Minimum two years' education and/or experience in Business, Engineering or Marketing; an engineering degree is preferred
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal abilities
Proficient experience with MS Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
Results oriented focus with a strong attention to detail
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able to function well under pressure
Automotive or agricultural mechanical knowledge as asset
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing abilities
Collaborative team player with a high level of dedication
Legally authorized to work in Canada
Hours of Operation: Monday- Friday, 8am-4:30pm. However, additional hours may be required to fulfill job duties. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Employee benefits include:
Life Insurance, Travel Insurance, AD&D, Health and Dental and an Employee Assistance Program. Other perks include company sponsored social events and opportunities for advancement for the right candidate.
Braber Equipment is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Wellness program
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Application question(s):
How proficient are you with Microsoft Excel? Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced
Education:
Secondary School (required)
Experience:
Market Research: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person