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Product Information Management Experts in Hamburg

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Hire experts who structure product data, manage PIM workflows, and keep catalogs consistent across channels. They support Akeneo, inriver, and similar setups for commerce, marketplaces, and master data projects. FRATCH matches you fast with vetted, available freelancers.

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Fabian Oechsner

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Head of Product / Product Owner

Hamburg
Fabian Oechsner

Last position:

Head of Product / Product Owner at XXXLdigital (XXXLutz KG)

  • Developing a product vision and strategy

  • Creating a roadmap

  • Improving stakeholder communication

  • Introducing an outcome-oriented roadmap

  • Aligning with stakeholders and creating transparency

  • Defining relevant product metrics as a KPI tree

  • Initiating measures to improve product quality and measurability

  • Supporting the introduction and migration of the new Identity Provider (IDP)

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Enrique Gallardo

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Data Security

Hamburg
Enrique Gallardo

Last position:

Security Architect at Capgemini

I implemented a Zero-Trust architecture for robust, military-grade maritime container mini data centers based on VMware & Tanzu to support containerized GIS workloads for ground forces. The main focus was on securing communications, workload protection, and data access in contested electronic battle environments affected by jamming, interception, signal manipulation, and constantly changing operational conditions. I designed and architected use cases so that every element of workload, identity, and system could continue to operate independently and securely even in degraded or disrupted scenarios. In parallel, I defined the enterprise and solution security architecture with LeanIX, Bizzdesign, and HOPEX as enterprise architecture, repository, and governance platforms to maintain architecture inventory, relationships, traceability, target pictures, and security governance in complex environments. For the architectural designs, I used Sparx Enterprise Architect to describe formal architecture views, interfaces, trust boundaries, and system architecture in both IT and OT environments. IriusRisk was used for threat modeling of the solution to identify architecture-driven risks, derive security requirements, and detect countermeasures and design gaps directly from the solution models. Risk and compliance management was supported with Archer. Architecture decisions, control gaps, and operational risks were translated into controlled governance and auditable compliance measures. For documentation, collaboration, and visual design, I used Confluence to maintain Architecture Decision Records, Security Blueprints, and workflows. I used Lucidchart and draw.io to create design artifacts tailored to stakeholders. I also defined OT security concepts with support from electrical and mechanical engineers in the areas of oil, vehicle onboard systems, rail, power plants, pharma, gas turbines, and nuclear technology. I created the end-to-end OT security strategy, starting with global policy, developed into standards and procedures, and finally aligned with Bell-LaPadula, Purdue Model, SABSA, TOGAF ADM, CENELEC 50701, IEC 62443, and NIST standards. In addition, I worked with engineering team leads to identify critical KBP assets and place them under protective measures that segmented SCADA, PLC, and HMI assets. I drove collaboration between Security, IT, and OT teams to create standardized workflows and use cases for the OT security solution catalog, while integrating Defense-in-Depth and Zero-Trust principles into operational environments. A key part of my work was integrating multidisciplinary engineering, security, and operations stakeholders into a unified security blueprinting strategy and ensuring that architecture, threat modeling, governance, and documentation were technically strong and operationally practical.

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Gunnar Wulf

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IT-Consultant

Hamburg
Gunnar Wulf

Last position:

IT-Consultant at Independent Freelancer

  • Enterprise and IT strategy
  • Digital transformation
  • Process and portfolio management
  • Interim IT management
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Marc Clasen

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Consultant and Interim Manager

Hamburg
Marc Clasen

Last position:

Consultant and Interim Manager at Marc Clasen Consultancy

  • Strategic marketing and IT consulting with a focus on CRM
  • Consulting for companies after buyout and restructuring of the business (eCommerce, marketing, IT, product management) in retail, automotive, DIY, building materials, TIMES, and tourism
  • Strategy development for marketing, sales, and digital strategy, among other things
  • Running IT tenders and implementation (ERP, CRM, POS, eCom, PIM, CMS, DAM)
  • Implementation and data integration of CRM in marketing including loyalty program and campaigns
  • Support for pitches for IT systems, implementation service providers, and agencies
  • Development of omni-channel sales campaigns (online and offline) including customer journey and definition of insights and channels
  • International scaling of business models
  • Processes, organization, setup, and optimization of agile structures
  • Development of SEO/SEA/content and CRM processes and structures
  • Building marketing structures and strategies
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Timo Daedrich

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External Consultant for E-Commerce and Online Shops

Hamburg
Timo Daedrich

Last position:

External Consultant for E-Commerce and Online Shops at Wörner Medizinprodukte und Logistik GmbH

  • Project leadership for the relaunch of the B2B online shop based on SAP Commerce (formerly Shopware 5)
  • Coordination of internal and external resources
  • Stakeholder management and requirements management
  • Support in the functional concept design of features
  • Creation of project reports and running SteerCo meetings
  • Leading and moderating regular meetings and alignments
  • Consulting on the company's e-commerce strategy
  • Sparring partner for the Head of E-Commerce
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Agnes Schweitzer

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Project lead in the discovery phase for integrating Dutch franchisees into the global inventory management system landscape

Hamburg
Agnes Schweitzer

Last position:

Project lead in the discovery phase for integrating Dutch franchisees into the global inventory management system landscape at Douglas Group Technology GmbH & Co. KG

  • Defining the approach and participants
  • Conducting requirements workshops
  • Creating a result presentation and an investment case
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Michael Meyer

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Product Owner

Hamburg
Michael Meyer

Last position:

Product Owner at ECE

  • Gathering requirements from departments
  • Developing mockups
  • Maintaining backlog and moderating sprint meetings
  • Managing the developers
  • Stakeholder management
  • Used skills: Scrum, requirements engineering, requirements management
  • Technologies used: various
  • IT environment: Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
  • Industry: Real estate
  • Role: project manager, product owner
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Philip Steen

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External Product Manager

Norderstedt
Philip Steen

Last position:

External Product Manager at LichtBlick

  • Interim product management of the LichtBlick app for contract management, energy management and CO2 footprint calculation
  • Took on the PO role in the agile team, including feature and release planning
  • Developed a product strategy for the app

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Statistics of experts using Product Information Management

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

18 years (Germany: 21 years)

Position duration

2.3 years (Germany: 2.4 years)

Positions per freelancer

12 (Germany: 13)

Top business areas

Information Technology, Project Management, Strategy

Top industries

Retail, Professional Services, Information Technology

Certification focus areas

Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development

Bachelor's degree or higher

100% (Germany: 88%)

Master's degree or higher

38% (Germany: 44%)

Certifications per freelancer

5 (Germany: 3)

Most common languages

German, English, Spanish

Speak two or more languages

89% (Germany: 97%)

Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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Average rates of experts in Hamburg using Product Information Management

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 967 €
Germany avg. 870 €

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Median rate 1000 €
Germany median 800 €

The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.

Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

About the technology

Product data control

Product Information Management, often called PIM, brings product content, attributes, assets, and approval steps into one place. It helps companies keep descriptions, images, and technical data aligned across web shops, marketplaces, print, and internal systems.

Typical PIM work

  • Model product hierarchies and attribute sets
  • Clean and enrich catalog data
  • Set up workflows for review and approval
  • Sync data with ERP, DAM, and commerce systems
  • Prepare product feeds for channels and regions

Common stacks

Strong specialists work with platforms such as Akeneo, inriver, Salsify, and Pimcore. They also handle imports, exports, API connections, data mapping, and validation rules. The real value is not only tool knowledge but also the ability to design stable product data structures.

When companies need help

Companies bring in freelance experts when a catalog is growing fast, a platform rollout is delayed, or product data is inconsistent across teams. In Hamburg, this often matters for retail, wholesale, consumer goods, and logistics-heavy businesses that need clear product information in German and English.

What strong experts do

They ask how products are sold, who owns each data field, and which systems create the source of truth. They can simplify complex catalogs without losing detail and can work well with commerce, content, and operations teams. Good PIM specialists keep business rules practical.

Delivery outcomes

A solid PIM project ends with cleaner product records, fewer manual fixes, and faster publishing across channels. It may also include taxonomy work, localization support, and governance rules that keep the setup usable after launch. The best freelancers leave behind a structure the team can maintain.

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Frequently asked questions

Key details about Product Information Management, drawn from the questions we get asked most.

Product Information Management organizes product content in one controlled place so teams can manage titles, attributes, media, and channel-specific versions without chaos. It is used to keep catalog data consistent across web shops, marketplaces, print, and internal systems.

PIM focuses on product content and how it is prepared for sales and channels, while master data management is broader and often covers customers, suppliers, and other core entities. The two can overlap, but PIM is usually more specific to commerce and catalog operations.

Product Information Management specialists often work with Akeneo, inriver, Salsify, and Pimcore. They also need to understand ERP, DAM, commerce platforms, API integrations, and data quality rules, because the platform alone does not solve inconsistent product data.

Before you hire a Product Information Management freelancer, define the product scope, source systems, channel targets, and who approves content. A clear list of pain points, such as duplicate attributes or broken exports, helps the specialist move faster.

A PIM project benefits from someone who has handled data modeling, workflow design, and system integrations before. If the setup is simple, one specialist may be enough; if product structures are complex, you usually want someone who has led similar rollouts and can make trade-offs early.

Yes, most Product Information Management work can be done remotely because the core tasks are configuration, data design, and coordination with business teams. On-site time in Hamburg can still help during workshops, stakeholder alignment, or when teams need hands-on support with product source data.

A strong PIM specialist can explain the data model in plain language and show how it supports real publishing needs. Look for clear decisions on taxonomy, governance, workflow, and integrations, not just tool screenshots or configuration talk.

A good Product Information Management professional also understands data governance, taxonomy, commerce processes, change management, and basic integration logic. For Hamburg-based teams, language handling can matter too when product content must be managed for German and international markets.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Product Information Management in their recent projects is 121 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 967 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Product Information Management in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 38% hold at least a Master's degree.

On average, freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Product Information Management in their recent projects have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.3 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Product Information Management in their recent projects are German (100%), English (89%), and Spanish (33%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Product Information Management in their recent projects are Retail (78%), Professional Services (67%), and Information Technology (56%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Product Information Management in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Strategy (78%).

Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Product Information Management

Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.

Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg

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