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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Category Director to lead our Oil and Lubricants business. The Category Director will play a pivotal role in setting the strategic and operational direction and driving the day-to-day tactical execution of the category. This position requires a highly motivated individual with a passion for achieving financial targets and fostering growth through strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills and thrive in a cross-functional, matrix environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve financial targets and drive growth within the Oil and Lubricants category.

• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement category strategies, including product line expansion, portfolio management, product positioning, strategic pricing, strategic partnerships, and sales channel strategy.

• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer insights to identify growth opportunities and drive innovation within the category.

• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Procurement, PD&E, Operations, and other departments to ensure alignment and execution of category initiatives.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

• Monitor and track category performance metrics, KPIs, and market share to measure progress against goals and identify areas for improvement.

• Stay informed about industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging trends to inform decision-making and maintain competitive advantage.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to direct reports and cross-functional team members to foster a high-performance culture and drive results.

• Champion a customer-centric approach by understanding and anticipating customer needs and preferences to deliver best-in-class products and services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in category management, product management, marketing, or related roles within the Marine, Powersports, or related industry.

• Proven track record of successfully developing and executing strategic plans to achieve financial targets and drive growth.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage multiple priorities.

• Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.

• Knowledge of oil and lubricants industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory requirements.

• Experience working in a matrix organization and leading cross-functional teams is preferred.

• Must possess the motivation, desire, passion, ambition, and self-motivation to strive for excellence and exceed expectations.

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We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

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Brunswick is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Innovative, driven, exceptional, authentic and united, these values represent our Employee Value Proposition and are at the heart of how we work together and what differentiates us as an employer of choice.