Head Global Category Management Colored Sinks (hybrid)

Head Global Category Management Colored Sinks (hybrid) About the job

Lead the transformation of the Colored Sinks category by turning Franke into the global trendsetter in colored food‑preparation solutions. Drive breakthrough innovation across Composite Sink, redefining consumer expectations through iconic design, superior functionality and system‑based solutions. Report directly to the Head of Global Category Management Sinks & Accessories (based in Italy).

• Own and drive the global Colored Sinks category, covering all three material segments: Fragranite, Tectonite, and Ceramic
• Define and execute the global category strategy, ensuring strong market positioning and growth
• Operate within the Central Category Management organization, as part of the Global Category Sinks & Accessories (including Stainless Steel sinks, Colored Sinks, Accessories, and Waste Kits)
• Lead in a global matrix environment, leveraging:

• Dedicated regional product managers across eight country clusters
• Cross‑functional teams, including R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supply Chain
• Ensure alignment and execution across markets, driving consistency, innovation, and performance at scale

• Define and drive the global Colored Sinks strategy, managing a competitive, design‑led portfolio across materials and markets
• Identify growth opportunities, market trends, and consumer needs to strengthen positioning and unlock new business potential

Innovation & Lifecycle Management

• Lead innovation and product lifecycle end‑to‑end, from concept to commercialization, including portfolio evolution, pricing, and go‑to‑market execution
• Own full product lifecycle management, including launches, phase‑outs, and margin evolution, pricing strategy

Performance & Integration

• Deliver above‑market growth and end‑to‑end financial performance, while driving cross‑category integration to create holistic system solutions

Market Insight & Leadership

• Translate consumer, design, and market insights into differentiated products, acting as a key voice for materials, finishes, and trends
• Lead idea generation processes to stay ahead of competition
• Push innovation and differentiation, especially in design and functionality

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work across regions and functions to ensure execution, align priorities, and drive delivery through strong matrix leadership
• Share best practices across categories, clusters, and marketing teams

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of product management experience, ideally in an international environment
• Solid understanding of the sinks category (or comparable industries), including market trends, key players, and technical aspects, preferably on a global scale
• Proven hands‑on leadership style, acting as a coach, driver, and enabler for teams
• Excellent cross‑functional collaboration skills with a hands‑on, execution‑driven mindset
• Entrepreneurial, innovative thinker who challenges the status quo and focuses on results
• Passion for design and creating customer value
• Focus on delivering results over theoretical concepts

Education & Languages

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Design, or a related field
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus, particularly Italian and German

Mobility

• Willingness to travel internationally (≥30%)

What we offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to lead a global category and shape future product strategy
• Dramatic, multicultural working environment with cross‑functional collaboration

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