Category Manager_PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Bosch
5 - 10 years
Bengaluru
Posted: 06/08/2025
Job Description
Company Description
In India, Bosch is a leading supplier of technology and services in the areas of Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Additionally, Bosch has in India the largest development center outside Germany, for end-to-end engineering and technology solutions. The Bosch Group operates in India through twelve companies: Bosch Limited – the flagship company of the Bosch Group in India – Bosch Chassis Systems India Private Limited, Bosch Rexroth (India) Private Limited, Bosch Global Software Technologies, Bosch Automotive Electronics India Private Limited, Bosch Electrical Drives India Private Limited, BSH Home Appliances Private Limited, ETAS Automotive India Private Limited, Robert Bosch Automotive Steering Private Limited, Automobility Services and Solutions Private Limited, Newtech Filter India Private Limited and Mivin Engg.Technologies Private Limited. In India, Bosch set-up its manufacturing operation in 1951, which has grown over the years to include 16 manufacturing sites, and seven development and application centers. The Bosch Group in India employs over 30,500 associates and generated consolidated sales of about Rs. 26,827 crores (3.1 billion euros) in fiscal year 2021-22 of which Rs. 24,406 crores (2.8 billion euros) are from consolidated sales to third parties. Bosch Limited is the flagship company of the Bosch Group. It earned revenue of over Rs. 11,782 crores (1.39 billion euros) in fiscal year 2021-22.
Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.in
Job Description
·Strategic Roadmap & Market Analysis
Define & track the PPE market size, growth, trends, & segmentation
Identify key product categories & prioritize target segments/industries based on market opportunity.
·Product & Portfolio Strategy
Define & implement Bosch PPE range required to address target user demands & dealer acceptance.
Design product specs in line with brand’s design & quality standards & build partnership for engineering & mfg.
·Channel & Sales Enablement
Onboard PPE channel partners across focus trade groups including direct engagement with large cos. & SMEs.
Define & implement dealer policy, trade marketing and channel promotion mechanisms.
Support development of channel training, onboarding modules, and retail sales support.
·Commercial plan & monitoring
Build & deliver financial projections that align within brand’s cost structure & margin expectations
Drive PPE execution charter & liason with leaders to solve impediments, keeping timelines sacrosant.
Qualifications
Btech, 10+ years of domain experience in PPE industry (mandatory).
Additional Information
Strong exposure to both product development and channel strategy.
Familiar with Indian PPE regulations, customer/buyer behavior and user preference
Exposure to working with global or premium brands is a strong advantage.
About Company
Bosch is a global engineering and technology company headquartered in Germany, known for its wide-ranging innovations in automotive components, industrial technology, consumer goods, and building solutions. Founded in 1886 by Robert Bosch, the company has grown into one of the world’s largest suppliers of automotive electronics and mobility solutions, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), electric vehicle components, and powertrain technologies. Bosch is also a major player in home appliances, power tools, and smart building technologies. With a strong focus on sustainability, automation, and digital transformation, Bosch operates in more than 60 countries and runs one of the largest corporate R&D networks globally. In India, Bosch has a significant presence with multiple R&D and manufacturing centers, playing a key role in automotive innovation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
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