Job Overview

category manager, cross category

work mode: hybrid

location: hybrid - kohler, wi (ideally onsite tuesday, wednesday, and thursday)

opportunity

kohler co. is seeking a strategic and results-driven category manager to join our growing cross category team. this role offers the opportunity to work with a globally recognized brand at the forefront of design, innovation, and sustainability. the category manager will be responsible for executing commercial and water management strategies that drive financial performance, product mix, and sales growth in close collaboration with cross-functional partners.

the ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, a passion for problem-solving, and a collaborative spirit.

key attributes include:

• strong critical thinking and data-driven decision-making skills
  
• excellent communication and presentation abilities
  
• curiosity and creativity in approaching challenges
  
• proactive initiative and ability to work across all levels of the organization
  
• a strong sense of ownership and accountability
  
• interest in product and business analytics

specific responsibilities:

• own p&l monthly including risks & opportunities for sub-category
• provide the inputs for the financial & s&op forecast and is the primary poc in the weekly s&oe meeting for sub-category
• owns pmr metrics, insights, and actions based on reporting from sales enablement and/or finance for sub-category
• develop comprehensive pricing & promotional plan for sub-category and own short-term and permanent price changes
• product assortment: select and curate a range of products that align with channel needs and market trends.
• collaborate with brand & channel marketing to develop appropriate programs and promotions to deliver quarterly and annual results.
• collaborate with marketing teams to develop strategic marketing plans to boost sales.
• voice of the customer and first point of contact for sales
• line reviews and customer presentations
• e&o and abc classification
• own the commercialization process for cross category new product launches

skills/requirements

• bachelor's degree in any field. mba preferred.
• 5+ years of product, category management, and/or channel marketing experience with strong analytical and presentation skills
• hands-on, detail oriented, energetic and results-driven
• experience with ecommerce focused product development and/or marketing
• experience with developing and executing gtm plans and activations

travel

• approximately 25% annually to tradeshows, customer visits or sales meetings.

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why choose kohler?
we empower each associate to with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. with more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

about us
it is kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. if, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact . kohler co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.