We are searching for a Professional Category Manager to support us in defining and implementing the go-to-market strategy for the Southern Europe Region (Italy, Spain, Greece & Turkey). You will be responsible for the mix of products' definition assigned to the distribution channels and/or target groups of reference.
You will report to our Regional Product & Marketing Director and will be located in our offices in Barcelona.
This is how you will WOW: You will be the internal and international key contact person for the assigned categories and responsible for the price positioning. Develop processes and ways of working for the region in terms of products. Prepare and manage new product launches. Identify possible business opportunities included in product portfolio planning and lifecycle in coordination with International Product Management. Challenge and foster planning of product variants within the region. Collaborate with the different commercial and customer service departments of the company, supporting the commercial network in product information, demonstrations, reports, etc. Develop special business development projects for Special Businesses such as Vehicle Wash, Municipal Machines, and Industrial Vacuuming. It would be WOW if you would bring this in: Strategic vision with a customer-centric approach. Structured methodology, analytical skills, and planning aptitude. Ability to manage effective relationships in matrix organizations. Networking skills. Flexibility and speed of execution. Effective communication and good presentation skills. English at a negotiation level. Studies: Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Master's degree (Product Management, Business Management) - valuable. 5 years of experience in a similar position. Our Kärcher WOW-package: Great working environment. Competitive salary in an international environment. Company car. Health insurance paid by the company. Canteen. Hybrid work schedule. So: Wanna WOW with us? Simply upload your resume online and leave your contact information. We look forward to getting to know you! We welcome applications from people with disabilities, as their integration is of special concern to us.
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