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We want you
Live to Play Sports is actively monitoring the progression of the coronavirus, COVID-19, to ensure that we are following updates and procedures from the government and public health. Any offer of employment will be made conditional upon the person providing proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or proof of an applicable exemption under human rights law.
For over 50 years, we have been a leading player in the Canadian and international bicycle market. Starting as a one-man operation in small-town British Columbia, we have always stayed true to our roots, which has helped us grow. We now have three international offices, two distribution centers, and more than 100 dedicated, fantastic staff that contribute to our continued success in the cycling industry.
We work hard, but we ride hard too. At Live to Play Sports, we have bicycle storage, showers, and lockers to encourage riding to, from, and at work. There is almost always someone getting out for a pedal, whether it is road, mountain, dirt jump, or a cruise. If you want to work in a casual environment with a dedicated and passionate culture where people love the outdoors, then we'd love to hear from you.
Live to Play Sports Group Inc is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
SALES OPERATIONS
Location: Port Coquitlam Head Office
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the VP, Sales, our Sales Operations team is the key connection between Sales and other teams at Live to Play. In this role you will be responsible for helping develop and roll out processes, boost business growth by improving sales efficiency, manage projects, and support strategy. If you’re an organized, experienced sales and business professional and love the challenge of working cross-functionally, this is the job for you.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone’s unique perspectives and talents contribute to our success. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply as we strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Your voice matters here, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Excited about this opportunity? We’d love to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter to employment@livetoplaysports.com, and let’s start the conversation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SALES STRATEGY- Execute with sales leadership on strategic and operational initiatives that increase revenue and efficiencies.
- Participate in Sales Management strategic planning process in support of sales objectives.
- Support Sales Management in crafting sales programs and metrics that assess sales process quality and prioritize opportunities for improvement.
CROSS-DEPARTMENTAL COLLABORATION
- Liaise across departments to ensure successful deployment and end-to-end execution of sales strategies and initiatives.
- Participate in a diverse range of projects by working with stakeholders across the company to collaborate on recommendations, solutions, and driving implementation.
- Collaborate with department leads on initiatives and in understanding process bottlenecks and inconsistencies.
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT AND OPTIMIZATION
- Deliver improvements through reporting, analysis, and workflow enhancements.
- Execute through project management and coordination, driving process improvement, performing detailed analysis, and reporting.
- Ensure smooth operation and continued optimization of our order processing systems and software utilized by Sales staff, dealers, and end consumers.
- Validate new policies and procedures related to operational capabilities.
- Document processes into Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Execute through project management and coordination, driving process improvement, performing detailed analysis, and reporting.
Applicant Should Possess:
- 2-4 years in a similar role
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration, finance, or management
- Experience with sales management, sales teams and customer service
- Project management experience
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
- High level of familiarity with MS Power BI (Desktop & Web), knowledge of data modelling and data visualizations is an asset.
- Experience with project management tools (Asana) are an asset.
- Highly motivated when problem solving, creative thinker and strong attention to detail
- Proven track record in completing projects and producing high quality results
- Proven ability to leverage analytics to inform and influence decision-making
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- Strong familiarity with cycling products and terminologies therein
The Salary range for this position is $61,600 - $84,700 CAD The successful candidate will be offered a salary that aligns with their level of experience and the position’s requirements.
Inside Sales Representative
Location: Port Coquitlam Head Office
Key Responsibilities:
We’re looking for a high performing Inside Sales Rep to join our team and help ensure LTP’s dealers and Outside Sales Reps are supported with best-in-industry service. In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for all the day-to-day operations in your territory, from staying in touch with dealers and providing top-notch service, to creating reports and making sure all customer order needs are met. If you're a people person who loves keeping things organized, this is the job for you!
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and talents contribute to our success. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply as we strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Your voice matters here, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter to employment@livetoplaysports.com, and let’s start the conversation.
Responsibilities:
- Provide customer service and support to dealers, addressing needs and requests in a professional and positive manner.
- Communicate with Outside Reps on a daily cadence, provide territory updates, and work collaboratively to ensure that all dealer needs are met.
- Proactively review open order and exception reports.
- Ensure smooth shipping and effective delivery of LTP products and services.
- Work with outside reps to drive business in your territory.
- Communicate with the Sales Reps to ensure orders are submitted and shipped on time to meet all order entry deadlines and shipping windows as outlined.
- Enter and process return authorization requests for dealers and sales reps.
- Provide special events and technical support where needed.
Applicant Should Possess:
Applicant Should Possess:
- 2 years of relevant experience within the bike industry.
- Post-Secondary education.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, flexibility.
- Ability to work independently and with a team.
- Familiarity with LTP products or with the cycling industry is a plus.
- Good computer skills with spreadsheets, word processing, and MS Office Suite.
- Ability to maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to speak and write in French is an asset.
The Salary range for this position is $42,800-$55,000. The successful candidate will be offered a salary that aligns with their level of experience and the position’s requirements.
SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER LEAD
Location: Asia
Key Responsibilities:
The Supplier Development Engineer Lead is crucial in guiding product development from concept to production, working closely with the design team to ensure manufacturability and quality. This role involves overseeing prototyping, cost reduction, and process improvements while maintaining rigorous standards in manufacturing and quality assurance. Key responsibilities include managing product data, coordinating with suppliers, and implementing advanced technologies to enhance product performance. Embracing the organizational values of High Performance, Embracing Progress, and Team First, this position will drive innovation, ensure cross-functional collaboration, and support continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and talents contribute to our success. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply as we strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Your voice matters here, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PROCESS DEVELOPMENT- Define and Implement Process/Tools for communicating with Design Engineers and Suppliers
- Continuous Improvement on process.
TEAM MANAGEMENT
- Lead team to execute and improve product quality and delivery
- Implement KPIs to ensure quality goals
- Success in this position is measure by building an effective and motivated team, 100% on time new product production and seamless communication/collaboration between internal teams
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
- Collaborate closely with the design team to translate design concepts into manufacturable and high-quality products.
- Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, development, prototyping, validation, and production, including cost reduction and quality improvement efforts.
- Design (3D and 2D) components that meet project requirements while being manufacturable.
MANUFACTURING/QUALITY
- Ensure parts and frames received from suppliers meet specification.
- Organize testing and corresponding samples to ensure all products meet testing requirements.
- Work closely with manufacturing partners to review processes, collaborate with them on process improvement and value enhancement opportunities
- Research advanced technology and processes to support new project requirements for both design and manufacturing purposes.
- Drive supplier advanced product quality planning (APQP) to meet quality and timing expectations for production part approval (PPAP)
- Perform root cause analysis and work with engineering and quality teams to implement robust solutions.
DATA MANAGEMENT
- Manage Product information: Drawings, approvals, test results, development project specification and descriptions.
- Maintain Development Project status & timeline in PLM systems
- Send Weekly Report(s) Every Monday on project status
SUPPLY CHAIN
- Helping to discover new sourcing options & new technologies and introduce them to the team for future business consideration
- Support supplier evaluations and audits as needed
- Provide supplier feedback continuous ensuring cross functional alignment on sourcing strategies
TRAVEL:
- Up to 60% international and domestic travel
Applicant Should Possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in engineering and product development roles
- Strong background in materials science, or related disciplines
- Proficiency in CAD software, simulation tools, and other engineering software used in product development.
- Project management skills, including the ability to create project plans and track progress effectively.
- Problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving innovative solutions and resolving complex engineering challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration and communication across various teams and stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, ensuring that products meet or exceed industry standards.
- Passion for bicycles and the cycling industry
Global Supply Leader
Location: Taichung, Taiwan
Key Responsibilities:
Are you a high-energy leader with a knack for juggling global supply chains and team dynamics? Join us as our Global Supply Leader and become the linchpin between our Asia offices and HQ! You’ll spearhead the development and implementation of streamlined processes to enhance communication between Planning, Product Development, and Global Supply teams, driving continuous improvements along the way.
The Global Supply Leader will play a critical role in facilitating seamless communication between our Asia offices and HQ, while also overseeing essential people and facilities management. This position demands a strategic leader who will ensure integration and execution across departments and geographies, driving continuous process enhancements and upholding high-performance standards. Responsibilities include managing communication channels, coordinating process development, and optimizing team performance. Success will be demonstrated through effective cross-departmental collaboration, timely delivery, and ongoing improvements in processes. This role is pivotal in ensuring organizational alignment and operational excellence, with an emphasis on driving strategic goals and maintaining high standards across all functions.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and talents contribute to our success. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply as we strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Your voice matters here, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter to employment@livetoplaysports.com, and let’s start the conversation.
Responsibilities:
Process Development- Define and Implement Process\Tools for communication between Planning, Product Development and Global Supply Manager
- Continuous Improvement on process.
Team Management
- Lead team to execute and improve delivery
- Implement KPIs to ensure delivery goals
- Success in this position is measure by building an effective and motivated team, 95% On time delivery, and seamless communication\collaboration between internal teams
Supply Chain
- Ensure on time delivery of products, including samples
- Negotiate with suppliers to assure alignment on the product, capacity, terms, and shipping time
- Consistently exceed delivery expectations, on time and within budget
- Work with suppliers closely to build and maintain the relationship and trust
- Partner with the Demand Planning team to address supply capacity realities and develop countermeasures to address imbalances
Product Development
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to understand products and anticipate potential supply chain issues
Manufacturing\Quality
- Work with Product, Quality and Engineering teams on the diagnosis and holding the supplier accountable when production issues are found.
- Work with Suppliers to ensure NPI products are adhering to timelines and will ramp to meet production run rates
- Work with Suppliers and uphold LTP policy and ensure vendor alignment with LTP strategy.
- Work with Suppliers to ensure, where applicable, rework, replacement and warranty are product in a timely manner with limited to no impact on production
Data Management
- Track and report on supplier fulfillment through key indicators, then drive strategies for vendor performance improvement
- Send Weekly Report(s) Every Monday on delivery status
Travel:
- Up to 25% international and domestic travel
Applicant Should Possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain/Logistics, Finance, or related field.
- 5 + years of experience in Supply Chain related function
- Strong project management skills with a successful track record of product launches on time and within budget.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team collaboration abilities, both in English and Mandarin
- Experience working with international cultures
- Problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving innovative solutions and resolving complex challenges.
- Understanding of principles for intellectual property ownership and confidentiality
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and a knack for identifying root causes of issues
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent organization and time management skills; able to balance and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, despite interruptions
- Proficient in Excel
- Knowledge of bicycle assembly, process, material, logistic and delivery flow