Product Line Permanent Job Description At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable 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! About the role: For our Business area sector, we are looking for a driven and engaged new team member in our Product Line team as Category Manager Innovation to create business value growth by successfully driving the Category Innovation Triangle (R&D/Marketing/Design) and the creation of a strong Generation Plan that delivers on the overall category business objectives. The main aim for this role is to develop the strategic innovation roadmap for the category and to lead the development and launch of new products incorporating outstanding consumer experiences that deliver on the overall category business objectives. You will have a wide exposure within the Product Line and Commercial area organization with many cross-functional contacts centrally as well as local Product Line and Sales contacts in the clusters. Location The role can be based either in Italy - Porcia (PN) or in Sweden (Stockholm HQ). What you’ll do: Drive New Product Development within the Innovation Triangle together with R&D, Marketing and Design based on the category´s innovation territories Define learning plan in alignment with the Consumer Experience team Develop and own the product category Strategic Plan as part of the overall Product Line Strategic Plan in close cooperation with Category Director and Category Manager Gives input to the Technology Roadmap to ensure R&D investments/resources in business sector and globally are based on consumer insight driven innovation Define Generation Plan based on consumer insights, business needs, market development, and brand attributes Incorporates insights from consumer ratings in all development projects Build and execute the Integrated Product Planning (IPP) for the category (market sizing approval, trends, sweet pot definition, etc.) Drive the definition of new innovations value for value-based pricing Monitor market and industry trends, long term areas of interest and technology developments Define range architecture in close cooperation with Category Managers Commercial and link ranging deliverables/needs/requests to product development projects Who you are : Academic degree in business and/or technical field Solid and relevant experience in product development or product marketing with international exposure Experience in manufacturing companies (home appliances, consumer electronics, automotive etc.) is considered as a strong plus Project management skills, able to plan and focus on strategic priorities Strong analytical skills and ability to see the big picture; Proven track record of displaying strong business understanding and you are able to evaluate risks/opportunities making skilled business decisions Exceptional collaboration skills, proven ability to form strong cross-functional relationships with varying business partners Great communication skills and you have the ability to convince, influence and motivate others in a complex matrix organization Fluent in English, both spoken and written. As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you. LI-AM1