Job Description

We are seeking a

Global Category Merchandise Manager (f/m/d)

to play a central and strategically impactful role in shaping our global category approach. With strong category management expertise at its core, this role directly influences global assortment direction, commercial planning and lifecycle decisions - balancing global ambition with local market relevance.


As we continue to expand into new markets and move toward greater global alignment, this position contributes to building clear processes, effective communication routines and sustainable collaboration structures. Strong project and program management capabilities enable the successful coordination of cross-market initiatives and active stakeholder engagement.


A key focus of the role is creating alignment between global priorities and local insights - translating global direction into clear market actions while elevating market feedback and customer signals into global decision-making. Through this dual contribution, the role helps shape a globally unified yet locally informed category framework.

Together we set the standards of tomorrow - your tasks

Global Category Strategy:

Drive global category direction, influencing assortment decisions, pricing, margins and promotional planning across markets

Global–Local Frameworks:

Develop and evolve effective ways of working, communication routines and planning structures to ensure consistent category execution

Strategic Market Partnership:

Act as a strategic partner to global and local teams, translating global category priorities into clear, actionable guidance while integrating local market insights into global decision-making

Data & Strategic Insights:

Consolidate market data, analyze performance, customer signals and competitive intelligence and identify opportunities, gaps, and emerging trends

Cross-Market Collaboration:

Build and enable a global category community, fostering knowledge sharing, best-practice exchange and alignment across markets.

Cross-Functional Initiatives:

Lead cross-functional and cross-market initiatives, coordinating stakeholders, timelines and deliverables to strengthen scalable global category execution.

You inspire us – Your Profile

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Proven experience in

Category Management

combined with strong

Project and/or Program Management capabilities

Excellent stakeholder management

and influencing skills across global and local teams

Strong communication skills

with the ability to simplify complexity and drive alignment

Highly organized and structured

, with experience managing global timelines and cross-market coordination

Strong analytical skills

, including proficiency in Power BI and Excel

Fluency in English required,

conversational german skills (or willingness to learn), additional languages are a plus

We give our best - Your benefits

Attractive compensation, including a 13th salary with the option to convert it into additional time off. Annual budget of €1,080 for Fielmann products for you and your family. Employee shares, capital-forming benefits, and numerous additional perks. Flexible working hours and hybrid work options with up to 60% remote per month, coordinated within your team. Professional and personal development opportunities through the Fielmann Academy at Schloss Plön. A future-proof work environment that combines innovation and growth with a warm, supportive team culture.
Are you looking for an environment where you can contribute your expertise and grow in the long term? You can submit your application via our career portal in just a few minutes. Please include your preferred start date and salary expectations. We look forward to getting to know you! Your recruiting contact is

Sibel Yürtdik

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Fielmann is one of Europe’s largest family-owned companies, the third-largest optical business, and stands for quality, reliability, and modern craftsmanship. With our omnichannel model offering eyewear, contact lenses, and hearing aids, we are actively shaping the future of our industry. Show your strength. With us. Apply now.