What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager - Food Preservation position at Electrolux Home Products, Inc.?
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At Electrolux Group, our vision is to be the home appliance industry leader in consumer satisfactionbydelivering outstanding lifetime experiences with solutions that always get better.We share ideas and collaborate so that together,we can develop solutions that delivermoreenjoyable and sustainable living.
Come, join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100 countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.
Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!
Where you'll be:
This position will be based at our Corporate Headquarters located in Charlotte, NC.
About the Role:
The Product Manager - Food Preservation is responsible for leading the product strategy, roadmap, and business performance of assigned Food Preservation categories within Electrolux Major Appliances. This role owns portfolio planning and execution, driving growth, profitability, and competitive differentiation across a strategic global product category.
As a key product leader, you will define and execute long-term product strategies, manage the product lifecycle, and partner closely with R&D, Design, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, Revenue Growth Management, and Electrolux Midea Consumer Products (SJV) to deliver innovative products that meet consumer needs and business objectives. Success in this role requires strong business acumen, financial ownership, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own P&L performance for assigned Food Preservation product categories, driving revenue growth, profitability, and market share
- Develop and execute a multi-year product strategy and roadmap aligned with business objectives, consumer needs, and market trends
- Serve as the category expert, providing insights on market dynamics, consumer behavior, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities
- Lead generation planning and competitive benchmarking to support long-term portfolio and innovation strategies
- Partner with Product Planning and Innovation teams to define and deliver innovative product solutions that strengthen category leadership
- Collaborate with R&D, Design, Manufacturing, Sales, Revenue Growth Management, and joint venture partners to optimize product performance and profitability
- Develop and validate business cases for new product launches, ensuring alignment with strategic, financial, and operational goals
- Drive successful new product introductions, ensuring products launch on time, meet cost targets, and deliver expected business results
- Manage product lifecycle activities, including phase-in and phase-out planning, inventory transitions, and portfolio optimization
- Build strong partnerships across Operations, Purchasing, Legal, Engineering, Marketing, and Commercial teams to drive execution and business results
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
- 5 years of experience in product management, product planning, category management, or related commercial roles
- Experience developing product strategies, roadmaps, business cases, and lifecycle management plans
- Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L management, financial analysis, forecasting, and business planning
- Experience working with global supply chains, sourcing organizations, and cross-functional product development teams
- Knowledge of merchandising, pricing, consumer durables, or retail/homebuilder sales channels preferred
- Strong analytical, project management, and decision-making skills
- Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a complex, matrixed organization
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Benefits include:
- Flexible work hours/hybrid work environment (80/20)
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Competitive holiday and vacation time off program
- Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.
- Discounted products and an EAP upon hire and tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service
Please be advised that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
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Electrolux Consumer Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request through hrsnorthamerica@electrolux.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
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