Market and Product Development Lead, Engineered Wood

Vernon, BC

Are you excited by innovation, product development and enjoy being the voice of your customers? If you are a professional engineer, have knowledge and experience with LSL and EWP, and are open to exploring a new opportunity we would love to connect.

Reporting to the Manager, Plywood, LSL & EWP Sales & Marketing you will help Tolko grow our market share and identify new products. You will work closely with internal and external decision makers and specifiers to open new and expand existing opportunities for Tolko branded product.

You will have the opportunity to conduct preliminary market research around building, marketplace, customer, and product trends and use this information to help clearly define Tolko’s sales, marketing and product development objectives.

You can expect to review blueprints, design specifications, and provide solutions for customers to convert their project from competing products to Tolko materials. You will also use your design skills to provide design and related solutions for floor, roof, wall and whole house design, including professional advice as required to customers.

In this role you will travel approximately 25 percent of your time.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering;
• 10 years’ experience in related manufacturing, marketing and/or sales;
• Knowledge of engineered wood products (EWP) and specialty forest products;
• Track record of successful market development that translates to bottom-line results;
• In-depth understanding of EWP and specialty product markets in North America and worldwide;
• Able to read/understand blueprints and home layouts including supporting design software;
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Strong project management skills with proven ability to successfully manage timelines, and milestones with minimal supervision;
• Strong influencing and consultation skills; ability to gather and analyze required business information to obtain buy in and/or approval from all levels of staff and management;
• Ability to develop trust-based relationships and credibility with diverse stakeholder groups.

 What We Offer:

• An unyielding commitment to your personal safety
• Competitive pay and exceptional benefits
• The opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the industry
• A positive, dynamic, and inclusive work environment
• An open, innovative culture with diverse opportunities
• A commitment to investing in our people through training and development
• The chance to live (and play) where you work

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 Who We Are:

With state-of-the-art operations across western Canada, Tolko is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of forest products for customers around the world.  For over 65 years, our family-owned company has been recognized by customers and business partners for being reliable, flexible, efficient and offering quality products. With the third generation of family leadership, we’re continuing that legacy today in our divisions throughout western Canada and joint ventures in the Southern United States.

At Tolko, our values, vision and mission aren’t just what we believe. They’re how we work, live and serve our customers every day. Fundamental to our success is a diverse and committed workforce that thrives on change, building relationships, and a drive toward excellence.

Grow Here, Achieve More:

When you join Tolko, you’ll develop your skills and be encouraged to pursue diverse opportunities with a company that’s built on integrity, respect, and provides employees with the inclusive environment, support and opportunity to build great lives.

If this position sounds like a fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!  Applications will be accepted at www.tolko.com until the position is filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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