Global Category Business Manager, Pixel Phones

Google; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Google in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Global Category Business Manager for Pixel Phones to maximize sales and profit. You will work closely with the Head of Global Category Management and lead cross-functional initiatives that drive commercial outcomes.

The role requires strong analytical skills, strategic mindset, and the ability to influence senior leaders across functions. The position offers base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience required.
• 6 years in management consulting, business strategy, investment banking, venture capital, private equity or corporate advisory, or 4 years with an advanced degree.
• Experience presenting and making recommendations to C-level executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep understanding of the business, partners, and industry trends.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to analyze data and provide insights for growth and profitability.
• Develop data-driven approaches to measure promotional and pricing effectiveness and suggest improvements.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and develop investigative methods.
• Navigate a complex global organization and articulate commercial impact.

Skills

Executive communication

Strategy consulting

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree (Finance/Business/Economics) or equivalent

MBA or graduate degree

Job description

Global Category Business Manager, Pixel Phones

Google

Mountain View, CA, USA

Mid

Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience in management consulting, business strategy, investment banking, venture capital, private equity or corporate advisory, or 4 years of experience with an advanced degree.
• Experience presenting and making recommendations to C-level executives.

Preferred qualifications:

• MBA or graduate degree.
• 5 years of experience within a mobile phone OEM or carrier business.
• Experience executing complex strategic and operational initiatives on a global scale.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau), supply and demand forecasting, and running simulations.
• Experience success in roles related to business intelligence, product management, commercial strategy, or go-to-market within the mobile or consumer electronics industry.
• Understanding of the mobile industry, including carriers, handsets, and related technologies.

About the job

We are seeking a highly motivated Global Category Business Manager for Pixel Phones to work closely with the Head of Global Category Business Management to maximize sales and profit for the Pixel business.

In this role, you will be the guardian of the Pixel Profit and Loss and drive action and lead initiatives to maximize our sales and profit. You will have a strong investigative background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. You will collaborate with various cross-functional teams to implement data-driven processes and workflows that optimize business performance. You will be continuously improving existing processes to drive efficiency and quality across the organization. Additionally, you will be responsible for leading compliance with key commercial obligations, proactively identifying gaps and opportunities to drive increased year-over-year performance for the Pixel Phones category.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $147,000-$216,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the business, partners, and industry trends to inform decision-making.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to analyze data and provide insights for business growth and profitability.
• Develop and implement data-driven approaches to measure promotional and pricing effectiveness, recommending improvements.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and develop new investigative methods.
• Navigate a complex global organization, build strong stakeholder relationships, and articulate commercial impact.

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