Manager, Design

Manager, Design 8275 Rte Transcanadienne B110, Saint-Laurent, QC H4S 0B6, Canada Req #506 Thursday, June 27, 2024 CCM Hockey is present worldwide, we have offices in Canada, the United States, Sweden, Finland, Germany and Taiwan. Our headquarters are located in Montreal, where we create and develop our equipment. Our mission is to inspire dreams and empower every player to fulfill their passion while enjoying their game. Our team's vision is to be the leading brand on and off the ice, by delivering innovative products and outstanding experience to our athletes and partners everywhere, all while putting our employees and communities at the forefront. We aim to unlock the full potential of every CCM athlete from pond to forum by delivering innovation to maximize performance and ignite in them the self-confidence to chase their dream. We’re looking for passionate players who share our core values and will help us become THE industry leader! At CCM Hockey, we live our values everyday: Authenticity: Standing up for who you are, doing what you mean and what you believe in. Empowerment: Through their unique contributions, each person is different, each person is important, and each person has the opportunity to make a difference. Teamwork: A team that works together always beats a team of highly skilled individual players. Respect: Valuing differences and allowing others to express themselves when working together, to achieve common goals, to grow and succeed as a company. The Design manager – Skates autonomously leads the design team to develop skates that will allow CCM to WIN the category. This person effectively leads the design team to deliver our consumers industry-leading products – and is a staple participant in the product development triad (with R&D and Product Management) Also needs to collaborate closely with other internal functions (Advanced concept, industrialization, testing) and external (manufacturers, material suppliers) to deliver intended product lines that will surpass consumer expectations – but also on spec, on quality, on time and on budget. RESPONSIBILITIES Determine and follow up specific objectives for each new product in close interaction with developers and product managers Leads design language creation for skates & develop CCM Hockey DNA. Constantly challenges the status-quo Manage the design team by aligning responsibilities, clear communication, personal development and promote a positive work environment Ideate new concepts and build models and prototypes with the help of technicians, from first drafts to production samples Owner of technical packs assets needed to communicate construction information to suppliers Investigate new raw materials, finished goods and prices from suppliers. Acts as a watchtower on design trends in hockey and peripheral industries Determine quality criteria of new products in collaboration with the quality control department. Any other related task REQUIREMENTS Design Degree with at least 5 years’ experience in similar function Ability to prepare and interpret 2D and 3D technical drawings, hand drawings and graphic designs. In-depth knowledge of the following software: CAD design, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and well as MS Office suite Bilingual (French and Englis) a definite asset - oral and written Ability to effectively communicate and positively influence both internal and external stakeholders Great team player Fosters a positive culture for the design team – by setting clear responsibilities, development plan and retroaction. Strong planning skills and sense of ownership Thinks beyond his/her own area of expertise, challenge the status quo and think “outside the box” Available to travel in Asia WHY JOIN THE CCM TEAM? Competitive salaries, including a performance-based bonus program. Full range of group insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.) from Day 1. Group retirement pension plan with employer matching (up to 5% of base salary). 3 weeks of vacation per year prorated as of your start date. Flexible work schedule. Discounted prices on CCM products. Free gym. Fun social events throughout the year. At CCM Hockey, we celebrate the difference for the benefit of our employees, our products and our collaborators. We work to create an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age or other motives, can give the best of themselves.