Director OF Category Management

Head Global Category Management Colored Sinks (hybrid) 1 We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow’s demands. The Franke Home Solutions division is the world’s leading provider of smart systems for domestic kitchens. Drawing on a long history of reliability and expertise, we help our partners enhance their businesses and provide outstanding kitchen and cooking experiences to our consumers by offering complete solutions for food preparation and cooking. 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 valueFocus 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr