Product Manager Writing Instruments, Core Lines (m/f/d)

Product Manager Writing Instruments, Core Lines (m/f/d)

A full-time, fixed‑term contract position at our Headquarters in Hamburg starting 1st June 2026, lasting two years.

As a Product Manager for Writing Instruments, you will stand at the very heart of Montblanc’s founding purpose. By conceptualizing compelling product ideas, guiding them to fruition, and applying analytical rigor, you will directly shape our core business, ensuring our iconic instruments continue to define luxury and inspire generations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end product lifecycle for new collections, from conceptualization to successful market launch, collaborating with cross‑functional teams including Design, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, Sales, Training, Communications, Marketing, and PR.
• Support strategic initiatives beyond core product development, ensuring a cohesive 360‑degree brand experience across all customer touchpoints, including customer experience, marketing campaigns, and in‑store design.
• Oversee and optimize product portfolios through comprehensive analysis of sales performance, margin profitability, and distribution channels. Develop robust business plans encompassing pricing strategies, cost reduction initiatives, margin optimization, product discontinuation, sales forecasting, and supply chain planning.
• Develop and manage compelling product content on a dedicated platform, ensuring accurate and engaging representation for trade catalogues and product pages on Montblanc.com.
• Present new product launches and strategic roadmaps at global events to international subsidiaries and key clients.
• Conduct in‑depth market research and competitive analysis, identifying emerging trends and compelling storytelling opportunities to inform the preliminary phases of new product development.
• Develop comprehensive launch alert presentations, summarizing all critical information for new product introductions and ensuring timely distribution to all Montblanc markets.

Qualifications

• University degree with a focus on business, marketing or merchandising.
• Relevant professional experience of 3‑5 years as a product manager in FMCG, luxury goods, fashion or leather industry.
• Ability to connect the company’s brand strategy with new product ideas.
• Strong analytical and structured mindset, detail‑oriented and process‑oriented.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross‑functional teams.
• Fluency in English and German; other language skills are an advantage.

Benefits

• International environment and good development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• Site services such as canteen, on‑site café, and laundry service.
• Company sports and other health programs.
• Discounted Urban Sports membership.
• Subsidised ticket for local public transport (HVV‑Profiticket).
• Employee car park and free charging stations for electric vehicles.
• Special conditions on Montblanc products and other Group brands.
• Employee benefits portals.
• 30 days’ holiday.
• Regular events for employees.
• Various further training opportunities.