Sr. Manager - Category Management

Location: Kohler

** Sr. Manager - Category Management*
* _Work Mode:
Onsite_

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* Location:

 
** Onsite - Kohler, WI

** Opportunity*
* Kohler Co. is looking for a Sr. Manager - Category, Toilets with exceptional critical thinking skills and a passion for driving results to join the growing KBA Sanitary team. You will be joining a strong global brand committed to living on the leading edge in design and technology of product and process. The Sr. Manager - Category, Toilets will execute a Toileting strategy to deliver financial results by driving sales and product mix in close collaboration with key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will exhibit the following:

+ Passion for Driving Impact through Development of Human Capital

+ Lead with Curiosity and Divergent Thinking

+ Deliver Results via Unmatched Energy, Attitude, Engagement and Technical Skills

+ Possess Exceptional Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills

+ Exhibit High-Level Presentation and Communication Skills

+ Initiative to Deliver Solutions Via Effective, Cross-Organizational Partnerships

** SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES*
* + Own the identification and execution of Risks & Opportunities for Toilets sub-category

+ Provide the inputs for the Financial & S&OP forecast

+ Act as the primary POC in the weekly S&OE meeting for Toilets sub-category

+ Own PMR metrics, insights, and actions based on reporting from sales enablement and/or finance for Toilets sub-category

+ Develop comprehensive pricing & promotional plan for Toilets sub-category and preserve short-term and permanent price changes

+ 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.

+ Embody the voice of the customer and act as first point of contact for Sales

+ Partner with Supply Chain & Operations to enable market-leading customer experiences

+ Deliver sustained, profitable growth via execution of Product Line Reviews (PLR) and customer presentations

+ Champion Excess & Obsolete inventory process optimization

+ Select and curate a product assortment that aligns with channel needs and market trends

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** Skills/Requirements*
* + Bachelor's degree in any field.  MBA preferred.

+ 8+ years product or category management experience with strong analytical and presentation skills

+ Hands-on, detail oriented, energetic and results-driven

** TRAVEL*
* + Approximately 25%

** _Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._*
* _We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.  The salary range for this position is $141,800 - $222,900. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.

In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._

** Why Choose Kohler?*
* We empower each associate to #Become More At Kohler  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.