**Category Manager, Cross Category** _Work Mode: Hybrid_ **Location: ** Hybrid - Kohler, WI (ideally Tues, Weds, Thurs Onsite @ HQ) **Opportunity** Kohler Co. is looking for a Category Manager with exceptional critical thinking skills and a passion for driving results to join the growing Cross Category 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 Category Manager will execute a commercial and water management strategy to deliver financial results by driving sales and product mix in close collaboration with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will exhibit the following: + Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills + High-level presentation/communication skills + Leads with curiosity and creative thinking + Displays initiative to find solutions and work effectively with all levels in the organization + Set strong example through work product, energy, attitude and technical skills + Strong interest in analytics **Specific Responsibilities** + Own P&L monthly including Risks & Opportunities for sub-category + Provide the inputs for the financial & S&OP forecast and is the primary POC in the weekly S&OE meeting for sub-category + Owns PMR metrics, insights, and actions based on reporting from sales enablement and/or finance for sub-category + Develop comprehensive pricing & promotional plan for sub-category and own short-term and permanent price changes + Product assortment: select and curate a range of products that align with channel needs and market trends. + 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. + Voice of the customer and first point of contact for sales + Line reviews and customer presentations + E&O and ABC classification + Own the commercialization process for cross category new product launches **Skills/Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in any field. MBA preferred. + 5+ years of product, category management, and/or channel marketing experience with strong analytical and presentation skills + Hands-on, detail oriented, energetic and results-driven + Experience with Ecommerce focused product development and/or marketing + Experience with developing and executing GTM plans and activations **Travel** + Approximately 25% annually to tradeshows, customer visits or sales meetings. \#LI-Hybrid \#LI-KS1 **_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._** _The salary range for this position is $98,900 - $125,600. 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. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k._ **Why Choose Kohler?** We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler 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 kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.