We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our team as the Head of Partner Consultancy Young Fashion
ZMS helps brands grow through a full range of marketing services powered by consumer insights and Zalando’s unique fashion and lifestyle platform. Our approach covers creative production, strategic planning, and media execution across Zalando’s channels, social media, influencer campaigns, PR, events, and more.
As part of the ZMS Commercial team, you’ll lead the Young Fashion partner portfolio, working towards bold growth targets and helping shape the future of marketing at Zalando. You’ll manage the Young Fashion PC team and act as the key liaison between ZMS and our partners. Your role will involve consulting, strategy planning, campaign execution, and building strong partner relationships across various business models and channels. This is a leadership role where you’ll drive innovation, represent Young Fashion within ZMS, and ensure the delivery of high-impact, goal-driven marketing solutions.
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.
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WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Take ownership for assigned business cases including forecasting, planning and steering relevant KPIs as well as the creation of tailored strategies to achieve set goals and drive long term business growth.
Enable vision across ZMS PC teams and drive close alignment with respective senior business leaders across the organization in line with business strategies of Zalando / ZMS.
Build strong stakeholder relationships, manage client projects, and ensure account profitability aligned with Group Strategy.
Lead, inspire & develop your teams by providing functional & business expertise, fostering a collaborative and empowering work environment.
Optimize team performance by improving processes and identifying trends and opportunities.
Create a high-performance sales culture through team enablement and impactful growth measures.
Set strategic goals and plans based on partner interaction and knowledge of marketing/e-commerce.
Lead strategic projects that promote innovative marketing services and new collaboration models.
Travel: Be willing to travel occasionally as required for work assignments.
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF...
Industry Background: 9+ years in online marketing sales, ideally within fashion or lifestyle sectors, with a strong fashion background and recent leadership of partner-facing teams.
Team Leadership: Proven track record in leading high-performing teams and developing talent to meet business goals.
Online Advertising: Deep knowledge of online marketing, campaign processes, KPIs, and digital trends.
Customer & Client Focus: Strong interpersonal skills with experience managing senior-level relationships and clients.
Strategic & Cross-functional Skills: Strategic thinker with experience in stakeholder management and working across teams like Finance, Analytics, Marketing, Tech, and eCommerce.
Communication & Organization: Excellent communication, influencing, and organizational skills.
ABOUT ZMS
Zalando Marketing Services (ZMS) is the 360° marketing unit for Zalando's brand
partners. We offer a diverse product suite that spans multiple marketing channels,
enabling brands to achieve their advertising objectives in the digital space based on deep consumer insights and a unique fashion, beauty, and designer context.
Within ZMS’ Partner Management unit, we work with a diverse set of strategic clients and advise them on innovative marketing solutions and scalable platform strategies. Given our key partners' high complexity and very individual needs, we aim to provide a high service level, smart consultancy, and access to various experts within ZMS. Our success is measured in revenue generation, solution adoption, and client satisfaction.
We're looking for a self-driven Partner Consultant to help our most strategic partners, successfully grow their business. You'll work directly with our key clients as a trusted consultant to their business. Your strategic advice & coaching is core to the value we bring as a business. If this sounds like fun, we’d love to hear from you!
For internal applicants: Please note that this is a maternity cover position. If you choose to apply and are selected, it will be your responsibility to secure a new internal role once the maternity leave ends, as the original role holder will be returning to their position.
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% 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 for full-time employees (up to 30/year)
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching are 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
