Founded in 1906 as a manufacturer of writing instruments, MONTBLANC today creates exclusive products including watches, jewelry, writing instruments and leather goods which reflect our high demands with respect to culture, quality, design, tradition and craftsmanship. With more than 25 subsidiaries and 600 boutiques MONTBLANC is present all over the world.
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
Manager End of Lifecycle Management (m/f/d)
A full-time position at our Headquarters in Hamburg starting 1st November 2026
„Great chance to develop a pro-active strategy for product ending. You can prove your cross-functional capabilities by getting in touch with different stakeholders from markets, central Supply Chain, Finance, Sales & Merchandising.” — Johanna, Head of End of Lifecycle
Indulge your passion…
- in Strategy & EOL Optimization: Develop further our global Outlet strategy, streamline Special Sales and stock reduction processes, and create creative, sustainable solutions for End-of-lifecycle products.
- in Assortment & Inventory Management: Oversee the Outlet classification for discontinued products, manage phase-out lists, validate discount/stock requests, and coordinate cross-market stock rebalancing alongside the Supply Chain team.
- in Global Market Enablement: Lead dedicated market calls across Europe, Americas, UAE, North & South Asia to drive KPI achievement through allocation strategies, pricing/promo actions, and clear process alignment.
- in Analytics & Dashboarding: Develop and maintain Looker dashboards, perform Pareto analyses to spot bestselling vs. slow-moving stock, and provide data-driven insights to Finance, Supply Chain, and Commercial stakeholders.
- in Training & Lateral Leadership: Share EOL know-how across departments, train global markets on phase-out management, and onboard new colleagues into EOL processes.
You’ll have…
- Professional experience in Sales Merchandising, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, or Commercial Analysis
- Strong analytical, data-driven, and problem-oriented mindset with the ability to turn numbers into practical solutions
- Proficiency in reporting and warehouse management tools (e.g., Looker, SAP Warehouse Management, Excel)
- Deep understanding of stock distribution logic, global storage structures, pricing, and discount dynamics
- Excellent communication and active listening skills, with strong lateral leadership and collaboration competencies
- Self-confident, assertive, and proactive approach to decision-making and cross-functional bridge-building
- High empathy, team spirit, and passion for sharing knowledge and training others
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.
We look forward to receiving your application and to meeting you! The HR team
Skills Required
- Professional experience in Sales Merchandising, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, or Commercial Analysis
- Strong analytical, data-driven, and problem-oriented mindset
- Ability to turn numerical analysis into practical solutions
- Proficiency in reporting and warehouse management tools, such as Looker, SAP Warehouse Management, and Excel
- Deep understanding of stock distribution logic and global storage structures
- Understanding of pricing and discount dynamics
- Excellent communication and active listening skills
- Strong lateral leadership and cross-functional collaboration competencies
- Self-confident, assertive, and proactive decision-making approach
- Ability to build bridges across functions
- High empathy and team spirit
- Passion for sharing knowledge and training others
What We Do
Richemont is a leading luxury goods group that owns prestigious Maisons recognised for excellence in jewellery, watches, fashion and accessories. Its central and regional functions guide, support and challenge these Maisons and businesses, helping them design timeless creations and innovative services while preserving their unique heritage. The Group also helps them thrive in new and existing markets, maintain high service standards and embed sustainable practices across operations.
