Product Design Manager Salary in Chatham-Kent, Ontario

Chatham-Kent is shaped by its agriculture and manufacturing sectors. Salaries reflect the area's moderate cost of living and limited tech company presence. Large employers set pay bands for design managers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$69,000 to C$83,000

Average (per year)

C$75,000

Early career product design managers work with manufacturing or agriculture companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$84,000 to C$99,000

Average (per year)

C$91,000

Mid-level roles require experience coordinating cross-functional teams and project delivery.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$100,000 to C$112,000

Average (per year)

C$106,000

Senior managers handle strategic planning and major product launches for local employers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

C$113,000+

Principal design managers lead multiple teams and oversee development in established industries.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

C$37 - C$43

per hour

Mid-level

C$44 - C$54

per hour

Senior

C$55 - C$63

per hour