THE ROLE & THE TEAM
As an Assistant Buyer at Zalando you will be accountable for taking actions that ensure the unit reaches its seasonal financial targets, depending on your area of responsibility within the platform. These actions are varied; from overseeing the order process end-to-end, as well as providing analytical support to our partners and the wider team to provide the best customer proposition. You'll impact future seasons by providing analytical insights and recommendations to grow the business for both your team and our brand partners, as well as devising your own strategies. You will coordinate and manage some operational and strategic topics and projects, with the guidance and support of other team members/your lead.
A culture of fashion, analytics, and industry innovation. Learn more about Zalando Category Management in our landing page HERE
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be the starting point for fashion - one that is inclusive by design. We only assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, personal expressions, racial identities, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and disability statuses. We only want to know why you’re great for this role, so please avoid including your picture, age, and marital status in your CV as well.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Please feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support and assist you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion/our-employee-resource-groups
WHY YOU SHOULD BE INTERESTED
You will be working in the team looking after Contemporary Designer Brands across all Categories in Menswear
You will be ensuring that all necessary operational processes are completed at high quality, with proficiency in using our Buying tools and software necessary for order raising.
Next to your operational work, you will start to learn to plan, buy and develop your own assortment area, taking ownership and accountability of performance KPIs and communicating the Zalando strategy to a small set of brand partners in the future
You support the team with marketing and trend topics, therefore contributing to the creative and commercial strategy of the business unit.
Preparation of product-based analysis for trading decisions and proposals for the assortment selection as well as line plans of your unit. Furthermore, gradually joining strategic and trading meetings independently for a selection of brands
Support your team in operational and functional matters, by creating, maintaining, & sending/cancelling orders and making sure all necessary steps are followed through
First contact person for our complex base of multiple suppliers, next to our buyers, supporting in the setup and maintenance of condition contracts with them
Work closely with our planning team in order to ensure that our products are available for purchase
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Fashion Management or an education in a similar area
Menswear is your passion and area of preference and interest for the world of e-commerce
You have gained first experience (+- 1 year) in multi-brand Buying or Merchandising on an assistant level, ideally in a Designer/Advanced Contemporary/Luxury brands environment
Thriving in fast-paced environments, embracing collaboration and acting proactively. Organizing your workload efficiently, ensuring tasks are ready on time, are accurate and prioritized accordingly
Knowledge in MS Office, Google Tools and combining the passion for numbers with fashion. Moreover, you have a strong understanding for trends and products, especially at European-market level
If you are looking for an entry level position to learn more about Buying & Merchandising in e-commerce please check our Category Operations Specialist 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 Lounge by Zalando, 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 for full-time employees
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Well-hub, formerly Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce - one that is inclusive by design. We only assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, personal expressions, racial identities, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and disability statuses. We only want to know why you’re great for this role, so please avoid including your picture, age, and marital status in your CV as well.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Please feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support and assist you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion
ABOUT ZALANDO
It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey to build the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. Help us offer an inspiring and quality multi-brand shopping experience for fashion and lifestyle products to about 50 million active customers in 25 markets. Or be part of our logistic infrastructure, software or service capabilities to help brands and retailers run and scale their entire e-commerce business, on or off Zalando. Join our Zalando ecosystem, to enable positive change for the fashion and lifestyle industry.
Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
