Category Head - Upstream Marketing - Fan Segment - Consumer Durables

Hiring - Category Head - Upstream (Fans)

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 10-15 Years

Industry: Consumer Durables / Electricals

We are looking for an experienced Category Head - Upstream (Fans) to lead category strategy, product portfolio, and innovation for one of India's leading consumer electrical brands.

Key Responsibilities

1- Own end-to-end category strategy, portfolio, profitability, and business growth.

2- Drive New Product Development (NPD), product roadmap, and strategic product launches.

3- Lead consumer insights, market analysis, and innovation initiatives.

4- Drive value engineering, cost optimization, and margin improvement.

5- Manage annual planning, S&OP, demand planning, and business performance.

6- Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Marketing, Sales, and Finance to deliver category objectives.

Preferred Profile

1- 10-15 years of experience in Category Management, Product Management, or Upstream Marketing.

2- Strong experience in Fans, Consumer Durables, Electricals, or Home Appliances.

3- Proven track record in portfolio management, product strategy, innovation, and cross-functional leadership.

4- MBA preferred.