THE ROLE & THE TEAM
As a Retail Manager for Poland and Czech Republic at Lounge by Zalando you are responsible for driving financial performance across your markets through a local assortment brand strategy, local projects and calendar planning. You will work closely with other e-commerce experts to capture demand the best possible way and grow the Lounge business in-line with Market’s & Sales strategic vision.
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 function as an expert on local demand
You're providing weekly assortment portfolio, performance, conversion & customer insights for your business area
You plan and execute go-to-market assortment and onsite engagement strategies (retail calendar) to capture the maximum demand and drive business performance in line with the Lounge Retail Mandate
You define a local assortment strategy and ensure that relevant offer for the overarching customer is made visible across all touch points
You closely collaborate with the merchandising, buying, commercial planning and marketing teams to define the Local Retail Commercial Calendar
You will drive cross-functional projects and manage commercial initiatives between various stakeholders
You act as the liaison between Lounge by Zalando and Fashion Store Market teams
You strive for efficient processes and operations and set the standard for the regional teams
You contribute to the budget case planning and revisions
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You have significant experience in retail/e-commerce and strategic planning, with at least 4 years of relevant experience, preferably at a multi-national online fashion retailer, you round off your professional achievements with at least a bachelor’s degree
You are highly analytical with strong mathematical abilities and excellent skills in e-commerce, logical thinking, and written communication.
You are results-oriented with a strong drive to get things done
You have a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, the latest fashion trends in Europe, and a strong sense of brand awareness and fashion expertise
You are able to work independently and drive the success of your projects
You have excellent knowledge of Google Suite / Analytics and Tableau (or similar)
You have a commercial mindset and solid understanding of online fashion trading in full and offprice
You are fluent in spoken and written English.
If you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every 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 up to 60% 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
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us
ABOUT LOUNGE BY ZALANDO
Lounge by Zalando is an online shopping club for fashion and lifestyle products in 17 European countries. We offer our members daily, time-limited sale campaigns with discounts of up to 75% off the recommended retail price. However, Lounge by Zalando is so much more than discounts. Our strength lies in our focus on fashion: from sought-after labels to niche brands, from famous international names to trendy luxury brands, we make sure to meet the fashion taste of all our customers, who are always on the hunt for the best products at the best prices. Working with our brand partners, we're pioneering innovative supply-chain and production processes and offer them an impactful and smart solution, creating a new way to shop for fashion - and a new way to sell it.
Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
