Product Integration and Operations Manager 

Location: Calgary, AB, Hybrid (in-office Monday–Thursday)
Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Duration: Permanent, Full-Time
Background Check Required: Yes

About the Opportunity

As the Product Integration & Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to how product work moves through the organization.

You’ll act as the central connector across design, PD, merchandising, analytics, and operations - owning calendars, SOPs, and cross-functional execution so creative teams can focus on what they do best. This role is ideal for someone who brings both creative understanding and operational rigour.

It’s an opportunity to define, lead, and scale a function that will directly influence how the business responds to trends and executes enterprise initiatives.

What’s in it for You

You’ll step into a highly visible role with meaningful impact and room to grow. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, shape new ways of working, and help evolve how the organization integrates product strategy with execution.

If you’re entrepreneurial, proactive, and motivated by building process, this role offers a rare chance to leave a lasting mark.

Your Responsibilities

Calendar & Process Ownership

• Own the end-to-end product calendar, including critical milestone tracking across design and product development.
• Build, maintain, and evolve SOPs tied to the PD lifecycle.
• Monitor timelines closely, flag risks early (on-track vs. at-risk vs. late), and escalate with clear, actionable insights to leadership.
• Ensure teams understand milestone dependencies and can pivot as business needs shift.

Cross-Functional Integration

• Serve as the primary integration point across Design, Product Development, Merchandising, Analytics, and Operations.
• Reduce operational burden on creative teams by owning cross-functional coordination and execution.
• Support enterprise-wide initiatives and ensure alignment to the broader 3–5 year strategy (“True North”).

Project & Enterprise Leadership

• Act as the project owner for enterprise initiatives once delegated.
• Lead high-impact, one-off projects such as:
• Mini collections (e.g., anniversary initiatives)
• Executive and leadership presentations
• Internal trade-show or showroom-style moments

Business Insight & Analytics

• Review sales reports and post-mortems across banners.
• Translate performance data into insights that inform future product and process decisions.
• Partner with merchandising and analytics teams to understand what sold, why it sold, and what that means for future execution.

Skills and Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in design operations, product operations, project management, merchandising, or buying within a retail or brand environment.
• Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional work in ambiguous, fast-changing environments.
• Experience building or improving processes, calendars, and operational frameworks.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret sales and performance data.
• Excellent communication skills with confidence engaging senior leadership.
• A creative mindset paired with operational discipline—able to balance vision with execution.

About Canadian Tire Corporation
Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (CTC) is one of Canada’s most trusted companies, with 90+ Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, and leading e-commerce and financial services. They innovate with purpose, investing in technology, products, and talent to drive the business forward. CTC offers competitive pay, benefits, learning opportunities, and mental health support. Guided by their Core Values of inclusion, innovation, outcomes, collaboration, and personal responsibility, they aim to make life in Canada better. With wide-ranging career opportunities, there is a place for you at CTC.

Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
CTC is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where diversity, inclusion, and equity are valued, all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and they work together to make life in Canada better.

Accommodations
CTC is committed to inclusion and welcoming candidates from equity-seeking groups, providing accommodations throughout the application and interview process to support your needs.

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.