Our dynamic and evolving team is seeking for a Principal Manager Operational Excellence (all genders) in Finance Operations (FOP). In this role, you collaborate closely with Finance and diverse team of technical specialists, strategists and other stakeholders all over Zalando. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team that is leading and shaping the transformation of our finance operations into a robust, future-proof environment that supports our growth and innovation.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
You will cultivate trusted, strategic partnerships with function heads to drive the transformation of Finance Operations into a forward-thinking and comprehensive business service organization.
You will empower and mentor your colleagues in Finance to redesign and optimize ways of working, ensuring that business needs are met and business goals are delivered.
You will actively shape and steer cross-functional IT systems-related initiatives, applying agile best practices and maintaining transparent communication with all stakeholders.
You will serve as a strategic partner within finance, working closely with technology and business departments to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
You will drive End-to-End process excellence, democratizing knowledge and fostering a deep understanding of processes to better serve our customers.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You excel in operational excellence, with a strong problem-solving and analytical mindset, backed by a proven track record of managing complex transformations.
You have a talent for managing, negotiating, and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels, balancing big-picture thinking with meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality deliverables.
You are passionate about delivering high-quality process improvements while motivating your team members and keeping their enthusiasm high
You possess strong communication skills and have a solid foundation in S4Hana systems and Google Suite. Additional qualifications in project management (Prince2, PMI, Agile) or Lean Six Sigma are a plus.
You consistently apply a human-centric and systemic approach to your work, ensuring that both people and processes thrive.
If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
27 days of vacation a year to start
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us