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Sonita Javad

Nepean,ON

Summary

Product Development Manager & Project Manager with over 10 years of experience driving innovation and managing cross-functional teams. Expertise in market research, vendor negotiations, and project management to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. Proven ability to adapt to market changes and achieve revenue targets through effective collaboration and communication.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Product Development Manager

Artika For Living Inc.
Montreal, Quebec
01.2021 - 12.2024
  • Coordinated cross-functional product launches across Sales, Design, Marketing, and Engineering, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery of pipeline projects.
  • Managed vendor relations, negotiating tooling and production costs with Asian partners for efficient prototyping and mass production.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans, overseeing budgets, timelines, risk logs, and stakeholder communications.
  • Initiated rapid innovation cycles to facilitate swift tech and product testing, reducing time-to-market.

Product Manager

Made By Gather
Montreal, Quebec
07.2019 - 01.2021
  • Led market research initiatives to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive opportunities, ensuring a strong product pipeline.
  • Developed and executed product roadmaps, managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams to drive successful launches.
  • Spearheaded cost optimization with suppliers while integrating smart connectivity, energy efficiency, and safety features into new products.
  • Ensured compliance with global safety, performance, and food safety standards, addressing quality control issues to enhance product reliability.
  • Negotiated cost-effective manufacturing agreements, optimized sourcing strategies, and proactively managed supply chain risks.

Product Development Manager

Trudeau Cooperation Inc.
Boucherville, Quebec
08.2012 - 01.2018
  • Managed product development for kitchen gadgets, tabletop, dinnerware, and drinkware, including Disney Store licensing projects.
  • Led cross-functional teams to design and produce high-end plastic tools and melamine products.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards and Disney's brand guidelines throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and product specifications.
  • Oversaw product testing and quality assurance, launching innovative products aligned with market trends and sustainability goals.

Education

Certificate (Cert.) - Applied Marketing, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

McGill University School of Continuing Studies
Montreal, QC
01.2011

Skills

  • Project & Timeline Management – Proven success managing multiple concurrent projects with tight deadlines
  • Product Development & Operations – Deep understanding of product development workflows and operational processes
  • Communication & Collaboration – Known for clear, effective communication and strong cross-functional collaboration
  • Detail-Oriented & Proactive – Highly meticulous with a proactive approach; consistently calm and solutions-focused under pressure
  • Vendor & Supplier Management – Extensive experience working with overseas manufacturers, building trusted and long-term relationships

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Professional
German
Native/ Bilingual
Persian
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Product Development Manager

Artika For Living Inc.
01.2021 - 12.2024

Product Manager

Made By Gather
07.2019 - 01.2021

Product Development Manager

Trudeau Cooperation Inc.
08.2012 - 01.2018

Certificate (Cert.) - Applied Marketing, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

McGill University School of Continuing Studies

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