Ionomr Innovations Inc. is an award-winning, start-up that is revolutionizing electrochemistry with breakthrough materials for clean energy solutions. Ionomr has developed and manufactured the world's most advanced ion-exchange membranes and polymers that lay the foundation for an affordable, green hydrogen economy. Head-quartered in Vancouver and recognized worldwide for its impact, Ionomr has received numerous accolades, including being selected to join the World Economic Forum's Technology Pioneers, which brings together 100 companies from around the world that are solving critical global problems. We have been named three years in a row to the Global Cleantech 100, a list of innovative companies considered by the San Francisco–based Cleantech Group as most likely to move the planet “from commitments to actions” in the fight against climate change. Ionomr has been recognized by Corporate Knights' as one of the 50 fastest growing sustainable companies in Canada and by the Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ program with a Companies-to-Watch award.

To support our growth, we are currently seeking a candidate to fill a full-time position as a Sr. Product Line Manager – Fuel Cell Solutions, a key contributing role within the organization.

Position Summary

The Sr. Product Line Manager – Fuel Cell Solutions will manage and lead business and product market needs and translate those needs into required resource allocation and Product Marketing deliverables to meet the company's business goals and objectives, marketing strategies for specific products to establish, enhance or distinguish product placement within the competitive arena. Interfaces with product development, manufacturing, and sales to develop new products and to ensure smooth new product(s) or product line(s) introduction that align with the company's vision. Manages product offerings through the entire product life cycle. Conducted competitive analysis to determine product positioning, market segmentation, pricing, volume, and product support strategy and identifying customer needs. Solution/product planning responsibilities include analyzing/understanding market trends and opportunities, customer business issues and solution requirements within a targeted market segment to develop need assessments and propose business and solutions strategies. Develops detailed product definitions and requirements for both R&D/product development and product marketing purposes.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead product from the cradle to the grave to ensure product financial plans are met
• Maintain clear and timely communication around the health of the product line across all levels of the organization.
• Reduce broad concepts and business strategies into structured product marketing plans
• Leads specification and delivery of new products/launch process
• Consults with management on long-range goals
• Champion significant projects, programs and business initiatives using demonstrated creativity and ingenuity
• Generate product collateral (roadmaps, sales tools, etc.)
• Achieve Annual sales plan (targets)
• Establish and maintain product pricing strategies in line with business objectives.
• Strong project management skills
• Identifies and researches new product development ideas and prioritizes the pipeline
• Creates and executes business models (go to market)
• Leads major product line projects
• Influences or impacts others' priorities, decisions or activities
• Determines own priorities, both tactical and strategic
• Lead internal communication of the product line's strategy and progress
• Product Application, Technical & Service support

• Responsible for New Product launches and collateral, promotional materials in respective regions
• Support teams in the field (Sales & Applications as required) to generate new opportunities and drive product design-in
• Conduct regular market and competitor research
• Perform ad hoc analysis for senior management on relevant metrics of the product line

Requirements

• MS in Polymer or Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or any relevant field with 5 years of experience in Product Management for a technical product
• Exceptional marketing and analytical skills
• Experience with product life cycle management
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English, including technical and business terms
• Excellent presentation skills
• Customer focused
• Ability to operate across the business and in different environments and cultures
• Multiple industry experience.
• Integrity and ethical qualities of the highest standard
• Highly Motivated &Innovative
• Strong negotiation skills
• Team working and interpersonal skills
• Strong proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Ionomr values diversity in the workplace and is committed to Employment Equity, and encourages applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, but only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

Ionomr Innovations, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status