Sr. Manager – Category Management
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Location: Onsite - Kohler, WIOpportunityKohler 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 #LI-SW1#LI-onsite


The actual base salary offered to a candidate may be higher than the approved range. This will vary depending on 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 and a special project incentive.
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