Product Manager

About

CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of gypsum wallboard products, interior finishing material, suspended acoustical ceilings and Steel products. With locations around the world, CGC and USG have the resources, plants, products, and people to build walls, ceilings, and careers.

CGC Inc. is currently recruiting a Product Manager, Steel for our Product Management Team, based in Oakville, Ontario. This position is hybrid remote with 2 days in the Oakville office.

The Product Manager, Steel manages the market performance of the Imperial Building Products (IBP) product line. This individual will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management and welfare of the assigned product line throughout the product's lifecycle, from the innovation of new products to product positioning and strategy. They will coordinate Canadian efforts of research, manufacturing, quality, marketing, and sales in introducing new and promoting existing products and systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify Canadian market opportunities by attaining knowledge of the industry and customer needs across all channels through direct interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement annual marketing, advertising, and communications plans to support sales goals.
• Work closely with IBP/CGC Sales, Marketing Communications, outside agencies, and Customer Service to maintain, develop and launch effective communications and sampling programs for new and existing products.
• Continuously evaluate and optimize product marketing strategies to drive business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate the preparation and distribution of pricing documents for assigned products in Canada.
• Maintain technical proficiency and act as the primary source of marketing information for IBP Sales and Management within the scope of product responsibilities.
• Support the creation of product marketing materials, including sales collateral, presentations, and web content.
• Analyze and report on product marketing performance metrics, including sales, customer engagement, and ROI.
• Oversee the creation of technical sheets, product catalogs, case studies, and installation guides.
• Analyze industry trends and market performance to inform pricing and product strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum three to five (3‑5) years of sales experience; product management experience is required.
• Bachelor’s degree required; business administration or marketing is preferred.
• Self‑starter with very strong organizational, time management, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Building materials industry knowledge preferred.
• Demonstrated effective presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Leadership skills to direct teams and manage multiple projects.
• Understanding of budgets and other financial data (income statements, mark‑up vs. margin, product costing and their impact).
• Active and knowledgeable user of Salesforce; computer proficiency required in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Other industry‑related computer skills are a plus.
• Team player and good listener; strong leadership and customer service skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout North America.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salaries and cash incentive awards.
• Comprehensive benefits beginning on your first day of work, including:
  • Extended health care (prescription drugs, vision, paramedical services)
  • Dental care (preventative and major work)
  • Short‑term and long‑term disability
  • Life insurance
• Retirement plan – contributory defined benefit plan.
• Investment plan – defined contribution plan with options to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and/or a non‑registered savings plan.
• Incentive Plan – cash payments based on target achievement earned quarterly or annually, depending on the plan.
• Vacation time – between four and seven weeks paid vacation based on length of continuous service.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness Program offering fitness club memberships at a reduced rate, health coaching, nutritional support, smoking cessation services, and more.
• Rewards and Recognition Program.

We understand the importance of balancing work and your personal life and will help you make your best contribution in both.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CGC Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with CGC, Inc. in accordance with Federal and provincial laws. Information regarding applicant accessibility may be found on the Accessibility section of our website.

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