Staples Canada

Senior Manager, Product Management

Staples Canada$100K — $130K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience with product road-mapping and AI tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, grounded in data-driven decision making.
  • Experience in launching AI/ML-enabled digital products like search and recommendations.
  • Ability to lead teams and navigate large organizations effectively.
  • Outstanding communication and influencing skills, suitable for diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in Agile and Scrum methodologies from a Product Owner perspective.
  • BS/BA degree required; MBA or CSPO/Agile certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead optimization of Staples.ca's customer browsing and navigation experience.
  • Collaborate with business and tech teams to deliver effective customer solutions.
  • Identify and apply technology-driven improvements to eCommerce processes.
  • Own and evolve the product roadmap for Staples Canada.
  • Translate AI opportunities into actionable product strategies.
  • Act as a liaison between business and tech teams for problem-solving.
  • Communicate product direction and progress to executives and peers.

Benefits

  • Associate discount on products.
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
  • RRSP and DPSP contributions.
  • Performance bonuses for your efforts.
  • Access to learning and development programs.
  • Additional perks and benefits available.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Some of what you will do:

Senior Manager, Product Management in this position will be redefining Staples.ca customer's shopping experience by leading and managing transformation in areas of Traffic, Browse and Navigation Experience, Product and Collection pages, Shopping tools and recommendation engine.This role will have team of Product Managers, and access to Developers and QA team to conceptualize and implement solutions, technology and processes to support the vision. This involves working every day with business and technical teams and develop a commercially viable product roadmap. This position primarily focuses on providing product functional and technical guidance, vision for innovative and scalable experience solutions, and continuous monitoring of key performance metrics associated with the portfolio. Lead the identification, prioritization, and delivery of AI-enabled product capabilities that improve customer experience, personalization, search, recommendations, operational efficiency, and business outcome.

Specifically, You Will:

Product Strategy & Execution Experience
  • Lead and optimize Staples.ca's top-of-funnel customer experience, including browse, navigation, and discovery.
  • Partner with business and technology teams to deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions that improve customer experience.
  • Streamline eCommerce processes by identifying inefficiencies and applying technology-driven improvements.
  • Own and evolve the product roadmap to strengthen Staples Canada's digital experience leadership.
  • Translate AI opportunities into product strategy, roadmap priorities, business cases, and measurable outcomes.
  • Act as the bridge between business and technical teams to solve complex problems and align on execution.
  • Communicate product direction, progress, and outcomes to executive and peer stakeholders.

Product Management
  • Oversee day-to-day product operations to ensure priorities and customer needs are met.
  • Prioritize initiatives and develop business cases to support investment decisions.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Build strong stakeholder relationships through effective communication, collaboration, and negotiation.
  • Provide clear, regular updates to executive stakeholders through presentations and written communication.
  • Monitor industry trends, identify market opportunities, and recommend enhancements to the product portfolio.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Office Environment (Hybrid working model, working from home and the office)
  • Occasional travel required approximately 5% of the time.

Some of what you need:
  • Ability to lead and inspire direct/indirect reports ( up to 5) to deliver enterprise class
  • 5+ Experience with product road-mapping tools, AI tools, Microsoft products
  • Strong analytical, data-driven decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Experience launching or managing AI/ML-enabled digital product capabilities, such as search, recommendations, personalization, or generative AI experiences
  • Ability to navigate large organizations and develop strong business partner relationships
  • Outstanding influencing, communication and presentation skills
  • Experience with both Agile and Scrum from a Product Owner Perspective
  • Demonstrated success in working within cross functional teams and effective project
    management and analytical/decision-making skills
  • BS/BA degree or equivalent (MBA an asset) CSPO/Agile certification an asset


Some of what you will get:
  • Associate discount
  • Health and Dental benefits
  • RRSP/DPSP
  • Performance bonuses
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And more...


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About Staples Canada

Staples Canada is a retailer of office supplies, furniture, and technology products. The company operates more than 300 stores across Canada and offers a range of products, including office supplies, electronics, furniture, and printing services. Staples Canada was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario.
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