Windows Category Manager - MEA

Microsoft; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a qualified professional to manage and optimize its consumer category through strategic marketing and partnerships. Candidates must possess substantial experience in category and product management, demonstrating skills in analytical assessment and executive communication to drive sales and market success in a competitive landscape. This role plays a critical part in delivering impactful marketing strategies and enhancing the product portfolio.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

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Qualifications

• Strong experience in category management and marketing strategy.
• Proven executive communication skills and analytical skills.
• Experience in assortment planning and sales in consumer channels.

Responsibilities

• Plan & execute category sales and go-to-market plans.
• Drive ecosystem strategy and GTM alignment.
• Manage the right assortment of PCs for retail partners.

Skills

Category management

Product management

Marketing strategy

Business planning

Analytical skills

Sales

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Economics, or related field

MBA

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Win customers at key marketing & sales beats: Plan & execute category sales and go-to-market plans that maximize key market level seasonal selling beats (Back to School, Holiday, Spring).
2. Lead Silicon Consumer Category Partnership: Effectively partner with silicon partners to drive ecosystem strategy and GTM alignment in non-DM7 markets.
3. Define and execute silicon engagement rhythm for non-DM7 markets.
4. Land the right assortment of PCs to engage customers/retail partners: Partner with Sales to land the right device assortment by retail partner, executed to WW guidance & planograms.
5. Leverage existing product portfolio and line logic to create success for and with our partners.
6. Plan variants with top accounts to drive differentiation, gain unit commitment & win share.
7. Win share with compelling retail offers & programs: Land strong consumer promotional plans to stay competitive and drive volume, mix and share.
8. Drive incremental sell thru via well designed and funded programs.
9. Optimize conversion: Partner with Consumer Channel Partner Marketing to drive always-on in-store & online marketing that lands key Windows messaging.
10. Leverage opportunities to increase attach of key Microsoft services, such as Microsoft 365 and Game Pass.

Qualifications

1. Required/Minimum Qualifications: Strong experience in category management, product management, marketing strategy, business planning, product planning, or related work experience AND Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Economics, Public Relations, or related field OR equivalent experience.
2. Additional or Preferred Qualifications: Able to directly deliver and influence others internally at Microsoft and externally through retail partners. Confidently represent the Windows business to partners and stakeholders at all levels. Successful track record in managing and transforming a consumer category, meeting sales and profitability targets. Proven executive communication skills. Ability to navigate complex, international environments. Sharp analytical skills for reviewing budgets, market data, and deal opportunities. Experience in assortment planning, marketing strategies, and activities that drive results. Previous experience in category marketing, product marketing, and/or sales. Experience with device sales in consumer channels is a plus. Entrepreneurial spirit, passionate about building businesses, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Embody Microsoft values including integrity, honesty, openness, personal excellence, constructive self-criticism, and mutual respect. An MBA is a plus.
3. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. For assistance or accommodations due to disability, please send a request via the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks may vary depending on employment nature and country.