Join Electrolux Professional Group - as
HEAD OF CATEGORY Combi-Oven & Blast Chiller BA Food Europe
Open Location: Pordenone (IT) - Stockholm - Paris - Luton
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.
ABOUT YOUR TASKS
- 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
ABOUT YOU
- 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
REQUIRED COMPETENCES
• Customer Obsessed - you are focused on delivering value to the customers, both internal and external
• Trustworthy – you are accountable and deliver on your commitments. You welcome healthy debates and honest conversations. You are honest - especially about your mistakes and learn from your setbacks. You collaborate and enable others to deliver.
• Bold - You take action to deliver better outcome. You seek diversity and inclusion by actively pursuing diverse perspectives and creating an inclusive environment. You bring new ideas to the table and take risks with confidence, supporting courageous decision-making that inspires progress and growth.
• Sustainable – You consider the growth and development of our people to be as important as preserving our environment and take decisions that reflect our effort to build a better future. You always act ethically.
ABOUT OUR BENEFITS:
- Fair compensation and benefits package in line with the market
- Flexible hybrid workplaces that include remote and in-office roles
- Room to express your potential, develop and strengthen your competences
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Diversified, multi-cultural environment
Electrolux Professional Group - meeting needs beyond tomorrow
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 https://www.electroluxprofessionalgroup.com