FAQs
What educational background is required for the Category Printing Manager position?
A university or bachelor's degree in Economy, Marketing, or Finance is required.
How many years of experience are typically needed for this role?
Typically, 5-8 years of professional experience is required, with a combination of Marketing, Sales, and Business Planning preferred.
Is IT industry knowledge important for this position?
Yes, IT industry knowledge is essential for the Category Printing Manager role.
What areas of responsibility will I have in this role?
You will have P&L Product Category Management responsibilities, functional responsibility for market analysis, marketing engagement, and sales force communication.
Will I have the opportunity to lead a team?
Yes, you may act as a team or project leader, providing direction to team activities and facilitating decision-making processes.
Are strong communication skills a necessity for this job?
Yes, strong communication skills at the senior management level, both internally and externally, are required.
Will I be involved in vendor partnerships?
Yes, you may participate in engagement partnerships with external IT vendors.
What skills are important for financial planning in this role?
Financial planning and modeling skills are important, and you should be comfortable managing high complexity business planning and reporting.
Are negotiation skills required for the Category Printing Manager?
Yes, negotiation skills and the ability to frame the product value proposition to customers and partners are required.
What aspects of marketing will I need to be familiar with?
Knowledge of promotional marketing processes and practices is necessary for this role.