Category Director Horizontal Cooking
Descrizione dell'offerta
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CATEGORY DIRECTOR - HORIZONTAL COOKING
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
As Head of Category BA Food Europe you have the full responsibility for the category business results. In the role you drive the category strategy, its deployment and follow up on the commercial execution. You support the creation of innovative ranges and experiences collaborating closely with the other product lines and the commercial function to ensure the experience development of the Business Area Food Europe.
Reporting to the CxO Head BA Food Europe, you collaborate with several stakeholders, managing the life cycle for the category and ensuring profitable growth. In addition to this, you are responsible for driving a customer centric business model in the BA and guaranteeing a complete customer value proposition.
YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Overall integrated P&L responsibility and definition of the category strategy
- Collaborating in the global product definition to ensure coherence between business areas
- Responsible for the commercial launch and execution of category products life cycle, model catalogue, including unique selling propositions, together with Regional Category Head and key markets.
- Explore and validate new innovation opportunities for the category
- Drive and manage the category connectivity roadmap in line with BA Food Europe ambition
- Developing and defining marketing tools together with BA Food Europe Central marketing
- Monitor and follow customer trends in the markets and bring insights in the CxO organization for relevant planning
WHAT’S NEEDED FOR YOU TO THRIVE
- Degree in Economics / BA / Engineering or equivalent working experience
- Solid experience (minimum 10 years) in a multinational company with a proven track record of success in one of the following functions: category management (product development), marketing and/or commercial areas.
- Proven experience in managing people and strong leadership skills
- Strong business acumen in an international scenario; familiar with marketing strategies and P&L management
- Strong understanding of customer needs in the industry, with solid business and process knowledge
- Ability to work independently, in cross-national teams and multinational environments (preferably in matrix organizations)
- Excellent communication skills and ability in influencing
- Fluent English both written and spoken
OUR CULTURE IN 4 WORDS
Be Customer Obsessed. Build Trust. Be Bold. Act Sustainably.
(We’re building it every day — and we’d love your help.)
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Trust, ownership, and the opportunity to grow
- Be part of a company grounded in customer focus, sustainability leadership, innovation, and social impact. We aim to Meet Needs Beyond Tomorrow
- The possibility to work hybrid and build a flexible worklife balance
- Be part of an industry shift that makes a difference — in how people live, cook, clean, care, and serve
- Plus: country-specific perks and benefits designed to support your well-being.
Electrolux Professional Group is the sustainability leader in our industry and one of the leading global providers of food service, beverage, and laundry equipment for professional users. Our innovative products and worldwide service network make our customers’ work-life easier, more profitable – and truly sustainable every day. Our solutions and products are sold in over 110 countries. In 2024, the Electrolux Professional Group had global sales of SEK 12.5bn and approximately 4,300 employees. Electrolux Professional’s B‑shares are listed at Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit
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