Global Category Manager Appliances

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ph3Descrizione dell’offerta di lavoro /h3 /brpAbout Franke We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow’s demands. The Franke Home Solutions division is the world’s leading provider of smart systems for domestic kitchens. Drawing on a long history of reliability and expertise, we help our partners enhance their businesses and provide outstanding kitchen and cooking experiences to our consumers by offering complete solutions for food preparation and cooking. /p /brh3About the job /h3 /brpThe Global Category Manager is responsible for defining and executing the global category strategy, driving long-term business growth and product portfolio development across international markets. The role combines strategic vision, consumer and market insights, innovation leadership, and end-to-end portfolio ownership to deliver competitive and profitable product solutions. As a key member of the Global Product Management team, you will work cross-functionally with RD, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and regional organizations, influencing strategic decisions and ensuring successful execution throughout the entire product lifecycle. /p /brh3Your tasks /h3 /brul /brliDefine and execute the global category strategy and multi-year product roadmap, translating consumer insights, market trends and regional requirements into profitable growth opportunities. /li /brliOwn the global product portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives, financial targets and brand positioning. /li /brliLead complex, cross-functional and multi-family product development programs from concept definition through launch and phase-out. /li /brliIdentify, evaluate and develop new business opportunities, adjacent categories and innovation platforms to accelerate sustainable growth. /li /brliDrive the innovation pipeline by leading opportunity assessment, business case development and collaboration with RD on technology scouting and consumer-centric innovation.



/li /brliTake full accountability for the end-to-end product lifecycle, optimizing portfolio performance through data-driven decision making and continuous improvement. /li /brliAct as the global category expert, providing strategic guidance to regional organizations and ensuring alignment across international markets. /li /brliPartner with Sales, Marketing and regional teams to define go-to-market strategies, product positioning and commercial priorities. /li /brliMonitor market dynamics, competitor activities, emerging technologies and consumer trends, proactively translating insights into actionable strategies. /li /brliLead cross-functional decision-making involving Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Procurement to ensure successful product development and delivery. /li /brliDevelop robust business cases, investment proposals and portfolio recommendations for senior leadership. /li /brliTrack category performance through KPIs, profitability analysis and portfolio reviews, implementing corrective actions where needed. /li /brliWork in cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture. /li /br /ul /brh3Requirements /h3 /brul /brliBachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, Engineering or a related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred. /li /brli7+ years of experience in Product or Category Management within an international matrix organization, including proven experience in cooking appliances. /li /brliSolid knowledge of relevant products, technologies and market dynamics is mandatory. /li /brliProven experience defining and executing global category strategies and managing international product portfolios. /li /brliStrong experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders without direct authority. /li /brliDemonstrated success in managing products throughout the entire lifecycle, from opportunity identification to end-of-life. /li /brliStrong commercial acumen with experience in business case development,



pricing, profitability analysis and portfolio optimization. /li /brliStrong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate data into business decisions. /li /brliExcellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills in an international environment. /li /brliFluent English and Italian, both written and spoken; additional languages are considered a plus. /li /brliAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with business intelligence and product management tools is an advantage. /li /brliWillingness to travel internationally (approximately 30%). /li /br /ul /brh3What we offer you /h3 /brul /brliA highly international and innovation-driven environment. /li /brliThe opportunity to shape the future of a global product category with significant strategic impact. /li /brliExposure to senior leadership and cross-functional decision-making. /li /brliContinuous learning, leadership development and international career opportunities. /li /brliFlexible working arrangements, including up to 2 remote working days per week and flexible working hours. /li /br /ul /brpThe compensation package for this position is expected to range between 65.000 and 85.000 gross per year, including a variable premio scheme. The actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and the scope of the role, applying objective and gender-neutral criteria, and may be slightly below or above this range. /p /brpWe believe that transparency and fairness are essential to building trust, fostering inclusion, and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. /p /brpThis position is covered by the CCNL Metalmeccanici Industria. /p /brpFor more information see: Important information for all executive search companies, headhunters and HR consultants. /p /brpThe Franke Group does not accept unsolicited support from headhunters and personnel consultants for our career opportunities. Any CV/resume vitae submitted to Franke or its employees by external recruitment agencies without a valid written recruitment agreement related to the position in question shall be deemed the sole property of our company. In the event that a candidate presented by an agency is hired in our company and there is no prior agreement, no fee will be paid. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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