JOB SUMMARY 

The goal of this position is to be a key member in maintaining and building a sustainable, adaptable, customer-responsive company adhering to the core values of: 

• Passion 
• Teamwork 
• Integrity 
• Accountability 
• Innovation 

 

The Assistant Product Developer reports to their Product Developer and is a key member of our Product Development team. As the Assistant Product Developer here at Sunpan, you must be diligent, organized and have a passion for furniture and furniture design. The ideal candidate is experienced at managing multiple projects at the same time, has impeccable written and verbal communication skills, and loves working with people. 

 

 

CONTEXT 

1. To demonstrate a commitment to the core values and principles of Sunpan  

2. To demonstrate a commitment to maximize sales and to provide quality of service that equates to or exceeds the standards of Sunpan 

 

 

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS & OBJECTIVES 

• Assortment Planning & Sales Analysis: Support the Product Developer in assortment planning and sales analysis to identify opportunities and leverage current trends. 
• Vendor Relationships: Build strong vendor relationships, monitor industry trends, and assess competition. 
• Factory Communication: Assist the product team by communicating and following up daily with overseas factories on sample development, production, and resolving any issues. 
• Sample Management: Maintain and ensure sample databases and assortment templates are up-to-date for assigned categories. 
• Proforma Invoice Review: Ensure vendor cost, codes, Sunpan item numbers, and other details match the buy submission on the sample proforma invoice. 
• Zone Reviews: Assist in zone reviews and follow up on findings. 
• Trend Research & Mood Boards: Conduct trend research and create mood boards for inspiration. 
• Sample Development: Curate sample developments as requested. 
• Trade Show Responsibilities: 
• Track new sample production and manage product introductions. 
• Create sales or new arrivals presentations using Microsoft Office applications. 
• Attend weekly sample review meetings with sales and marketing teams. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of Product Development, Product Manager, and Product Developer, as well as internal QA, Marketing, and Sales teams, along with overseas agents and factories. 
• Travel: Ability to travel for factory visits, sourcing trips, and to attend all major markets as required. 
• Sample Approval: Review and approve samples on the Qarma app. 
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Product Development. 

 

 

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Education: College Diploma and/or University Degree preferred. 
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in furniture product development. 
• Adaptability: Ability to work quickly and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. 
• Teamwork: A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors. 
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized, positive, and energetic individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and keen attention to detail. 
• Deadline-Oriented: Understands the importance of timelines and consistently meets deadlines. 
• Communication Skills: Strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills. 
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Teams is essential. 

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JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the CFO and Director of Accounting, the Accounting Clerk will work hand in hand with the General Accountant dealing with day-to-day accounting tasks.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS & OBJECTIVES

• Maintain and update customers & vendors accounts
• Review and verify invoices for appropriate documentation before sending to customers
• Check the freight calculation on the invoices
• Process AR credit memos after approval from claims department
• Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectible amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared
• Perform daily cash management duties, including the preparing cheques deposit
• Maintain and send regular aging statements to customers
• Respond to email and telephone requests in a timely manner
• Perform day to day AP transactions, including verifying, classifying, and getting approval from related departments
• Post all AP invoices, utilities bills, employees’ reimbursement, CBSA & UCB monthly transactions in SAP
• Prepare the documents and send them to the General Accountant for payments by wire, cheques, or e-transfer.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Accounting and/or CFO

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1-2 years of Finance and Accounting experience, preferably in the charitable sector
• Diploma in Accounting/Bookkeeping or equivalent is preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge
• Experience with ERP systems, SAP preferred
• Knowledge of financial principles and accounting terminology
• Methodical working style
• Ability to multitask & prioritize while working independently
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated track record of meeting deadlines

To apply for this position, please email your application using the link below. Please ensure the subject line includes the job title and the country location.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sunpan Trading & Importing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that diversity is the reason behind our success. We are committed to fair and accessible employment practices.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants should make their needs known by contacting us in advance. Our HR department will consult with you so that arrangements can be made for reasonable accommodation.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Inside Sales Representative is a member of the company’s sales team, responsible for sales, support and administration for sales representatives and the development and management of North American Accounts. This role is to execute tasks necessary to drive sales and promote product standards. It takes a lead in providing support to sales programs and product knowledge to maximize sales to the sales team. This position is to promote a customer focused culture within the organization.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS & OBJECTIVES

• To ensure the effective communication with sales, sales support team and clients
• To maintain good order and positive atmosphere according to company core values and ensure policies are adhered to
• Partner with Management to set sales goals and targets
• Partner with Sales team and coordinate scheduled meetings to drive the need for maximizing sales targets with existing or new customers
• To provide and be accountable for the top level customer service in person, by phone, by email or other electronic means by:
• Accountable for the prevention and resolution of customer issues
• Offering product and/or delivery solutions
• Responding to emails by end of day whether there is a solution ready or not
• Probe multiple sources to obtain answers
• Build and Manage current and new relationships (reaching territories not yet explored) by phone, email or occasionally by person (with the approval of management)
• Travel to US trade shows approximately five (5) times a year
• Follow up with the leads created at the trade shows
• It is expected that 20% of the leads generated at the trade show will be end with orders
• Support showroom sales by
• Escorting, assisting and providing clients with product knowledge through the showroom
• Writing orders
• Backup Senior Sales Executive with Showroom sales, appointments and calls.
• Meet the sales targets established by management on a monthly basis
• Develop report after each trade show on the number of leads, who the leads are and the number of leads that created an order and the sales amount for each of those orders
• Develop a report on monthly promotions showing the follow up success
• Travel to the US for approximately five (5) trade shows a year with the knowledge that overtime is a certainty
• Maintain a high standard of professional knowledge, ethics and practices when dealing with customers, suppliers, peers, subordinates, supervisors and other key stakeholders of the company
• Find efficiencies in processes with order processing
• Other responsibilities and accountabilities as assigned by the VP of Sales and/or Upper Management

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 1-3 years of recent sales experience, preferably in a B2B home fashion industry
• Excellent telephone and email etiquette, professional attitude and integrity
• Strong fashion sense
• Strong interpersonal skills, personable
• Ensure compliance to company policies procedures and standards
• Ability to effectively manage their time, comfortable with multi-tasking
• Excellent organizational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Inventive and resilient
• Excellent communication skills, as this position is in constant contact with customers, suppliers and management.

To apply for this position, please email your application using the link below. Please ensure the subject line includes the job title and the country location.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sunpan Trading & Importing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that diversity is the reason behind our success. We are committed to fair and accessible employment practices.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants should make their needs known by contacting us in advance. Our HR department will consult with you so that arrangements can be made for reasonable accommodation.

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JOB SUMMARY

At SUNPAN, we are dedicated to transforming home furnishings and delivering exceptional experiences through the passion and enthusiasm of our team. As a fast-growing leader in the industry, we pride ourselves on our commitment to diversity, excellence, and the professional growth of our employees.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS & OBJECTIVES

Trade Show Shipment Management:

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Warehouse, Customer Service, Merchandising, and Logistics to create and maintain detailed product lists for each trailer and its corresponding sales order for trade shows.
• Provide support and communication to Product, Warehouse, Logistics, Sales, Merchandising, and Marketing teams.
• Ensure all SKUs are transferred virtually in SAP after each shipment.

Swatch Management:

• Communicate with suppliers to update and maintain the Distribution Center (DC) swatch library.
• Order fabric rolls for warehouse swatch memos and ensure overseas agents are informed of new additions and swatches.
• Work with the US team to keep the swatch library at each trade show current.
• Organize, maintain, and expand an in-office swatch library with materials from each supplier.
• Track and document all swatches shipped to and from factories and internal teams, including documenting all tracking numbers.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary department liaison for New Arrival imagery verification.
• Manage the ordering of office supplies for the product team.
• Assist in measuring, photographing, and tagging new arrivals after sample reviews, in collaboration with the marketing and product teams.
• Support the warehouse team with the year-end sample inventory count.
• Provide administrative support for the assortment plan and perform other duties as assigned by the Product team.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Education: College Diploma and/or University Degree preferred.

Adaptability: Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

Teamwork: A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and communicating effectively with cross-functional teams and overseas vendors.

Organization: Highly organized, energetic individual with an entrepreneurial mindset and keen attention to detail.

Time Management: Understanding of the importance of timelines and meeting deadlines.

Communication: Strong reading and writing skills.

Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Teams.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sunpan Trading & Importing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that diversity is the reason behind our success. We are committed to fair and accessible employment practices.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants should make their needs known by contacting us in advance. Our HR department will consult with you so that arrangements can be made for reasonable accommodation.

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