Senior Local Category Manager MDA

AR11 Frimetal S.A.; Argentina; Hybrid; ARS 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Complementary health insurance

Discounts on Electrolux products

Extended paternity leave

Wellhub access

Learning opportunities and flexible/er

Job summary

Electrolux Group in Buenos Aires, Argentina, invites applications for a Senior Local Category Manager. The role focuses on defining and executing the category strategy for Major Domestic Appliances, driving volume, market share, and profitability while leading cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic consumer goods environment.

The position requires strong experience in category/product management, pricing, and portfolio management, with a hybrid work model and potential travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Fluent English; some knowledge of Portuguese is a plus.
• Solid experience in Category Management, Product Management, Marketing, Commercial, or Business Development in consumer goods or electronics industries.
• Proven experience managing product portfolios, launches, pricing and category growth initiatives.
• Experience collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance and Product Development.
• Strong business and financial acumen including P&L management, forecasting and budgeting.
• Strong project and people management, strategic thinking, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the category strategy for Major Domestic Appliances, driving growth and profitability.
• Manage portfolio, assortment, lifecycle and category positioning.
• Lead product launches and innovation initiatives aligned with market needs.
• Analyze market trends and consumer insights to identify growth opportunities.
• Develop pricing and commercial strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution and KPI management.
• Drive category performance through planning, forecasting, and channel strategy definitions.
• Identify portfolio gaps and recommend actions to strengthen competitiveness.
• Lead cross-functional projects and steer stakeholders to achieve objectives.
• Participate in Lean Thinking projects and EMS/EAI improvements.

Skills

English fluency

Category management

Product management

Marketing

Commercial

Business development

Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Engineering/Economics

Job description

Job Description Applications open until October 17, 2026. Write the next chapter of a story that never stops growing.

Buenos Aires, Argentina At the Electrolux Group, our vision is to be the industry leader in consumer satisfaction, delivering exceptional experiences throughout the entire lifetime of our products and solutions, which are constantly evolving for the better. We share ideas and collaborate to develop solutions that make life more enjoyable and sustainable. Join us as you are, because we believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. Within our global community of people from more than one hundred countries, we listen to one another and actively collaborate, fostering growth through diversity and inclusion. Join us on our exciting journey to build the home of the future!

All About the Role:

Electrolux Group's Sales teams take a holistic approach to commercial customer relationships, identifying and leveraging opportunities throughout the consumer journey, with a strong focus on in-store conversion and e-commerce. Operating in a dynamic environment and driven by continuous improvement, the Sales teams proactively engage across all channels to help Electrolux achieve stronger business results while prioritizing consumer satisfaction and delivering extraordinary experiences.

What You'll Do:

As a Senior Local Category Manager you will be responsible for defining and executing the strategy for the category under their responsibility (Major Domestic Appliances) and, ensuring the achievement of volume, market share, and profitability targets. Leads the development and implementation of category management plans, including product launches, innovation initiatives, and commercial strategies based on a deep understanding of consumers, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes. Works cross-functionally to drive category growth, ensuring the effective execution of strategies and the continuous identification of business opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Define and execute the category strategy for Major Domestic Appliances (MDA), driving growth, profitability, and market share.
• Manage the product portfolio, including assortment, lifecycle management, and category positioning.
• Lead product launches and innovation initiatives aligned with consumer and market needs.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive dynamics to identify growth opportunities.
• Develop pricing and commercial strategies to maximize sales performance and profitability.
• Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Product teams to ensure effective execution.
• Drive category performance through business planning, forecasting, and KPI management.
• Define distribution and channel strategies to optimize product availability and market penetration.
• Identify portfolio gaps and recommend actions to strengthen category competitiveness.
• Lead cross-functional projects and influence key stakeholders to deliver business objectives.
• As part of our continuous improvement culture, you will participate in Lean Thinking projects and initiatives (EMS / EAI).

Who are you

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Economics, or related fields.
• Fluent English and would be nice some knowledge in portuguese.
• Solid experience in Category Management, Product Management, Marketing, Commercial, or Business Development roles within consumer goods, durable goods, electronics, appliances, or related industries.
• Proven experience managing product portfolios, product launches, pricing strategies, and category growth initiatives.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Product Development.
• Strong business and financial acumen, including P&L management, forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis.
• Strong project and people management, strategic thinking, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to work in a hybrid model and travel as needed.

Where you will be:

You will be based at the Buenos Aires Commercial Office, center of sales, marketing and product line operations in Argentina and PUB. Next to the Plaza de Mayo, in this office you will find teams focused on the delivery of outstanding experiences to our consumers.

In order to create a culture of inclusion and care for everyone's wellbeing, we offer the following benefits:

• Life insurance
• Complementary health insurance
• Discounts on our award-winning Electrolux products and services
• Extended paternity leave of 4 weeks
• Wellhub access
• Extensive learning opportunities and flexible career path

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. Electrolux Group is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our group of leading appliance brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell household products in around 120 markets every year. In 2023 Electrolux Group had sales of SEK 134 billion and employed 45,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.