Category Analyst II, Kitchen Fixtures

Work Mode: Hybrid

Location: Hybrid - Kohler, WI (Tues, Weds, Thurs onsite at HQ)

Opportunity - Shape the Future of Kitchen Fixtures at Kohler Co.!

Kohler Co. is looking for an analytical candidate with exceptional problem-solving skills and a passion for driving results to join the growing Kitchen Fixtures team. You will be joining a leading global company committed to living on the leading edge in design and technology of product and process.

The ideal candidate will exhibit the following:

• Exceptional problem-solving and skills with strong interest in analytic insights.
• High-level presentation/communication skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Leads with curiosity and creative thinking.
• Display initiative to find solutions and work effectively with all levels in the organization.
• Set strong example through work product, energy, attitude and technical skills.
• High-level understanding of new product development, channel marketing, manufacturing, forecasting, and production planning.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Business analysis: Assessing portfolio effectiveness and making recommendations for improving sales performance
• Goal setting: Determining sales goals
• Making recommendations about distribution and pricing
• Reporting: Compiling reports and communicating findings, insights to clients and executives
• Data analysis: Analyzing data to identify opportunities to improve the layout and performance of the category
• Performance monitoring: Collecting and analyzing data to gauge performance using KPIs and benchmarks
• Turning POS, shipments, weeks of stock analysis and insights into product forecast recommendations
• Demand and supply management
• Maintain an up-to-date database of competitive & market information including product catalogs, price lists, current promotions, and new product introductions
• Collaborate with channel marketing teams in executing new product launch plans and current product portfolio programming
• Provide product support to sales organizations

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• At least 2 years of experience with a track record of high performance in academics or a work setting.

Travel

• Approximately 10-20%.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $69,800 - $87,950. 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.