Global Category Merchandise Manager (f/m/d)

The Global Category Merchandise Manager (f/m/d) strengthens global decision-making by consolidating cross‑market data and translating it into actionable insights. Rather than traditional merchandising tasks like allocation, the role focuses on financial and performance analysis, building a structured global view and driving alignment between global and local teams through clear processes and communication routines.

Together we set tomorrow’s standards – your task

• Process Excellence: Build and continuously improve cross‑market routines for data sharing, reporting and collaboration
• Cross‑Category Alignment: Coordinate activities across multiple categories and ensure global direction translates into local execution
• Performance Analytics: Consolidate and analyze market data (stock, category/brand/supplier/SKU, store/cluster/region performance)
• Insight to Action: Translate complex datasets into clear recommendations for planning, target setting and performance reviews
• Stock Risk Management: Monitor global stock positions, flag overstock/shortages early and drive action plans with local and HQ teams
• Order Execution: Consolidate local orders, support supplier ordering with Disposition and track execution vs. timelines and volumes

You inspire us – your profile

• Data-Driven Background: Strong experience in analytical/financial roles, ideally in retail, merchandising or category management
• BI & Tool Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Power BI and Excel; confident with large, complex datasets
• Strategic Storytelling: Ability to turn analysis into structured insights, clear recommendations and decision templates
• Structured Ownership: Organized, proactive and hands‑on in improving processes and driving topics forward
• Language Skills: Fluent in English; 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.