As Product Manager – Ophthalmic Lenses (f/m/d), you are responsible for the strategic management and lifecycle of ophthalmic lens products, from concept to market launch and continuous optimization. You act as the key interface between manufacturing, marketing, sales, and external partners, ensuring that products meet customer needs, clinical standards, and commercial objectives.
What awaits you. Your responsibilities.
Product Strategy & Portfolio Management
- Define and own the product vision, roadmap, and lifecycle for ophthalmic lenses (e.g. single vision, progressive, occupational, myopia control, coatings).
- Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscapes to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
- Develop business cases, pricing strategies, and value propositions for new and existing products.
Product Development & Launch
- Translate customer, clinical, and business requirements into clear product specifications.
- Lead cross-functional product development projects with sales, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing teams.
- Plan and execute product launches, including positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies.
- Ensure compliance with medical device regulations, quality standards, and internal governance processes.
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Act as the central point of contact for internal stakeholders (marketing, sales, operations, supply chain).
- Support sales and training teams with product knowledge, materials, and technical expertise.
- Collaborate with external partners, suppliers, and technology providers when relevant.
Performance & Lifecycle Management
- Monitor product performance using KPIs such as sales, margin, customer feedback, and market share.
- Drive continuous product improvement, cost optimization, and portfolio simplification where needed.
- Manage product phase-in and phase-out processes.
Why we’re excited about you. Your profile.
- Degree in Business Administration, Optometry, Vision Science, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in product management, ideally in ophthalmic lenses, optics, medical devices, or healthcare products.
- Strong understanding of ophthalmic lens technologies and customer needs (opticians, optometrists, end consumers).
- Experience working in cross-functional, international environments.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into customer-focused value.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Structured, proactive, and results-oriented mindset.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
What we offer. Your benefits.
- Attractive remuneration and a 13th month salary with the option of time off in lieu.
- Annual budget for Fielmann products of €1,080 for you and your family.
- Employee shares, capital formation benefits and many other benefits (e.g. a contribution towards the cost of public transport, or to lease a bike).
- Flexible working hours and the option for mobile work by arrangement.
- Professional and personal training opportunities, such as at the Fielmann Academy at Plön Castle.
- Close-knit teams and a digital work environment.
- A secure job in times of crisis.
Show your strength. With us.
Are you looking for an environment where you can contribute your expertise and continue to grow in the long term? Applying via our career portal only takes a few minutes. Please include your desired start date and salary expectations. We look forward to getting to know you! Your contact person in Recruiting is Carina Sanft.
Fielmann is one of the largest family-owned companies in Europe and the third-largest company in the optical industry. We stand for quality, reliability, and modern craftsmanship. Through our omnichannel model offering glasses, contact lenses, and hearing systems, we actively shape the future of the industry.