Global Brand Category Manager (f/m/d)

Global Brand Category Manager (f/m/d) – Fielmann Group

We are seeking a highly skilled Global Brand Category Manager who will play a pivotal role in shaping our global branded eyewear assortment. Working within the global team , you will collaborate closely with local markets, suppliers and strategy teams to build a balanced, relevant and commercially strong product offer.

Responsibilities

• Global Assortment Governance & Selection : Lead the global assortment selection process by consolidating regional insights, guiding global selection days, and ensuring product choices reflect global strategy while addressing relevant local needs.
• Cross‑Market Collaboration & Communication : Partner with local markets to understand performance and customer needs, ensure transparent communication of milestones and decisions, and support the translation of the global assortment into local operational plans.
• Supplier & Brand Partner Collaboration : Work closely with Strategic Purchasing and Category teams to manage supplier engagement, coordinate Buying Day preparation and follow‑up, and maintain effective governance routines with brand partners.
• Operational Excellence & Process Coordination : Drive smooth global execution through clear timelines, tools, and templates; coordinate initial global orders; and collaborate with Supply Chain and Demand Planning to secure product availability and operational readiness.
• Market, Consumer & Competitor Insights : Monitor global and local trends, competitor activity, and consumer shifts, integrating market‑driven insights into global strategy and assortment decisions while validating inputs with regional teams.
• Product Lifecycle & Assortment Performance : Support the full product lifecycle—from introduction to phase‑out—by tracking performance, identifying opportunities for SKU rationalisation and margin improvement, and ensuring a balanced, commercially strong global assortment.

Your Profile

• Proven track‑record and extensive experience in Category Management (cross‑category), Brand Management or a comparable commercial/global role; experience in eyewear or fashion is an advantage.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across markets, functions and suppliers.
• Highly organised and structured, able to manage global timelines, processes and key milestones effectively.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools such as Excel and Power BI (Anaplan knowledge is a plus).
• Ability to consolidate data and insights into clear, actionable recommendations and improve global coordination processes.
• Fluent in English; additional German skills (or willingness to learn) or Italian is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel is required.

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.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function & Industries

• Marketing and Sales
• Retail

Are you looking for an environment where you can contribute your expertise and grow in the long term? 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 .