Cluster Category Manager - Kitchen Taps

Franke is a Swiss company with over 100 years of heritage which operates around 60 companies across five continents.

The Franke Home Solutions division is the worlds 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.

About the position:

Are you a dynamic professional with a passion for product strategy and innovation? We are seeking a talented Cluster Category Manager to support our product strategy and optimise our product range across multiple markets. As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in understanding consumer preferences, analysing market environments and leading product innovation.

This role specifically focuses on the kitchen taps category in Northern European Cluster, including the UK, Netherlands, Nordics, and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Your tasks:

• Product Strategy:Collect and analyse consumer preferences and market data to drive localised product strategies.
• Product Planning:Define business cases, identify product gaps, and manage the innovation pipeline.
• Annual Forecast & Action Plan:Inform and coordinate with local teams on new projects and product launches.
• Launch Process:Set priorities, conduct SWOT analysis, and manage product launch timelines.
• Product Range Management:Optimise product line-up, conduct market benchmarks, and ensure strategic alignment.
• SKU Management:Oversee SKU profitability, production status, and phase-out processes.
• Business Analysis:Analyse past performance, forecast future trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Market Environment:Understand distribution channels, market structures, and competitive landscapes.
• Financials:Review and analyse financial data, drive corrective actions, and manage forecasts.

• Proven experience in product management or category management.
• Strong analytical skills and market understanding.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken; additional languages from the Cluster are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• LinkedIn Learning Access: Expand your skills with access to a vast library of online courses.
• Employee Benefits Platform: Enjoyperks and discounts through our employee benefits platform including online GP service, etc.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring a 6% employer contribution and a 1% employee contribution.
• Hybrid Work: Embrace flexibility with up to2 days of remote workper week.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support and resources for personal and professional challenges.
• Free parking space

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