THE ROLE & THE TEAM

Zalando is Europe’s leading online platform for fashion, connecting customers, brands and partners across 20 markets. We drive digital solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head-to-toe fashion to more than 45+ million active customers through diverse skill-sets, interests and languages our teams choose to use

Our Private Label Team is passionate about fashion and lifestyle. We want customers to find the perfect fashion and lifestyle products for them, from shoes and clothing and accessories. Private Label´s task is to put together an on-trend and profitable selection of products. We love creating new products for an attractive Price Point for the Zalando shops, but finding the right trends is only one aspect, as we also need to keep track of our KPIs and processes. Constant exchange with other departments like Design, Product Development, Merchandising, logistics, content and photo production, the onsite team and marketing ensures that we act in line with the whole organisation. In the end, we are all working towards the same goal: to create an excellent experience for our customers at Zalando.

As an Assistant Buyer at Zalando, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our product selection and brand strategies. Working closely with our Buyers, you will leverage your keen eye for trends and your deep understanding of the European market to curate a strong assortment.

You’ll be the right hand of the Buyer, supporting them by providing analysis and making recommendations for buying and trading decisions, while gradually taking ownership and buying responsibility for your first Commodity Groups.

This position is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

• Drive Financial Targets: Take accountability for actions that ensure your unit reaches its seasonal financial targets and KPIs. 
• Support your team in operational matters by creating, maintaining, sending, and cancelling orders, ensuring the end-to-end process runs smoothly 
• Ability to drive and take gradual ownership for your first Commodity Groups.
• 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
• First contact person for our suppliers, next to our buyers, supporting in the set up and allowing smooth workflow
• Work closely with our design, product and planning team in order to ensure that our products are available for purchase
• You support the team with marketing and trend topics, therefore contributing to the creative and commercial strategy of the business unit. 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Constant exchange with other departments like KAM, PLM, Logistics, Content/Photo Production, and Marketing to ensure we act in line with the whole organization 

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
• You have a basic knowledge and first experience (+- 1 year) in Buying or Merchandising on an assistant level and passion and interest for world of e-commerce
• Thriving in fast-paced environments, embracing collaboration and acting proactively. Organising your workload efficiently, ensuring tasks are ready on time, are accurate and prioritised 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
• Moreover, you have a strong understanding of trends and products, especially at European-market level.

OUR OFFER

• The unique chance to be part of a market-leading company giving you the opportunity to learn and grow.
• A fast-moving and agile working environment where you’ll never face boredom.
• A highly motivated, international team with colleagues who will both inspire and support you.
• Training and further development opportunities to expand your skills and help you on your way.
• A corporate culture that allows you to make judgments based on your work results, not on the way you look – our motto: Every day is casual Friday.
• A full-time paid internship for 6 months, starting asap.

INCLUSIVE 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 European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle – 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