Senior Manager Merchandising Planning (m/F/d)

Fondée en 1906 comme fabricant d'instruments d'écriture, MONTBLANC crée aujourd'hui des produits exclusifs, notamment des montres, des bijoux, des instruments d'écriture et des articles de maroquinerie, qui reflètent notre exigence élevée en matière de culture, de qualité, de design, de tradition et de savoir-faire. Avec plus de 25 filiales et 600 boutiques, MONTBLANC est présente dans le monde entier. What moves you makes us. What we create goes beyond conventional luxury. We make products for people who follow their passions, accomplish things and wish to leave a lasting legacy. And we achieve this because we employ people who are just like that, who let their passions merge with ours. If you would like to become part of this, then apply for the position of Senior Manager Merchandising Planning (m/f/d) A full-time position at our Headquarters in Hamburg starting 1st September 2026. “Become Montblanc's Merchandise Planning expert! You'll drive data, numerical, and systems aspects, collaborating with HQ and market teams. Shape product categories by leading financial year and seasonal sales planning, conducting insightful analysis, and masterfully re-forecasting trends to directly influence strategic decisions and deliver significant business impact.” Christine Evans – Head of Merchandising Indulge your passion… • By owning the numerical aspects of Merchandising (whilst having affinity with the products), contribute to the fulfillment of the Business Strategy, in collaboration with Sales dept, finance and demand Planning in priority. • Be the spokesperson for Merchandising on Merchandise Planning topics, analyzing, explaining and informing about product performance in terms of historical trends and future forecasts. • Propose targets for Novelty planning by Category/Region/Channel for the Showroom buying periods. Working closely with HQ and Regional Merchandisers to ensure good control of the numbers to realize sales opportunities whilst minimizing stock risk. • Continuous review of Merchandising processes and tools to meet changing business needs. • Support the Merchandising Director with analysis for meetings preparation, projects, KPI setting etc. • Support the HQ Merchandisers with 360 views of the business and the part their Category plays in it. • Manage, train and develop direct report(s). You’ll have… • University degree in Business or STEM subject or a comparable qualification • 10+ years of relevant experience. • Expertise in quantitative analysis (Looker background is not a must but a plus) with a proven ability to work with large amount numbers and data accurately. • Detailed oriented, structured, superb attention to detail, organized and process oriented. • Effective communicator with the ability to work with cross-functional teams. • Fluent in English. German is an advantage. • Good understanding of the Luxury industry is a plus. In a culture that… • has combined tradition with a pioneering spirit for over 100 years • extends its innovative approach far beyond product development • brings together individuality, enthusiasm and the joy of creativity • is cosmopolitan, vibrant and diverse • invites you to go above and beyond as part of a team • is willing to allow you to develop it, shape it and leave your mark on it In return, you’ll get… • an 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 • a subsidized ticket for local public transport (HVV-ProfiTicket) • an employee car park and charging stations for electric vehicles • special conditions on Montblanc products and products from other Group brands • employee benefits portals • 30 days' holiday • regular events for employees • various further training opportunities In short: Indulge your passions based on your talents and abilities in an inspiring and diverse culture that is characterised by employee recognition and support. Experience all this with us. Apply directly online via the applicant portal and contact Anna Wackert ([email protected]) if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application and to meeting you! The HR team