THE ROLE & THE TEAM
As an Intern in Merchandise Planning at Zalando, you will be a strategic addition to a team dedicated to professional excellence. You will help maximize our potential by executing high-value projects and maintenance tasks that directly elevate our departmental output. This role is designed for those who want to bridge the gap between operational stability and long-term process innovation.
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NCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
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!
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.
We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.
We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.
Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Assortment Ownership: Take responsibility for brand handling and conduct reorders to ensure we meet customer demand needs.
Demand & Stock Management: Proactively manage stock levels to minimize overstock risks and therefore handle return negotiations.
Catalog Optimization: Conduct deep-dive reviews of our assortment to improve Product Detail Page and Conversion Rate metrics.
Innovation Projects: Support "Mix & Match" initiatives to drive basket size and help execute product matching projects.
Efficiency Initiatives: Help design and roll out an Internal Collaboration Dashboard to visualize workflow status and reduce administrative inefficiencies.
Strategic Support: Monitor intake handling to reduce late delivery stocks and provide a single source of truth for team decision-making.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
Analytical Mindset: You enjoy working with data and have an interest in proactive stock management and demand accuracy.
Process Oriented: You have a passion for defining, designing, and rolling out solutions for internal friction points.
Customer Centric: You consistently show a customer-oriented approach and are eager to take initiative for continuous improvement.
Market Aware: You have an active interest in current market trends and how they impact merchandise planning.
Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in environments that require cross-team collaboration and want to help break down communication silos.
Educational Background: You are currently enrolled in or have recently completed a degree in Business, Economics, Fashion Management, or a related field.
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.
27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
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
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
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 available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
