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Zalando

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Sports & Fitness
  • Berlin

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's/Master's, 5+ years in buying, sports passion, analytical skills, strategic mindset, strong negotiation, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will manage key brand relationships, oversee assortment strategy and performance, negotiate terms, and collaborate with internal teams to drive profitability and align with strategic goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business or comparable field.
  • Minimum 5 years of buying experience in a Head Office environment or within an e-commerce retailer
  • Strong passion and understanding for Sports with industry experience
  • Excellent analytical skills, knowledge in MS Office/Google and combining the passion for numbers with fashion and trends.
  • Excellent strategic mindset with the ability to align with strategic pillars and translate market developments into an effective assortment strategy.
  • Ability to connect strategic plans with timely and complete execution, ensuring strong commercial results.
  • Proven track record of new business acquisitions and incentives that deliver results
  • Negotiation is in your blood and you are a strong communicator with suppliers and other stakeholders.
  • Quick thinking and proactive attitude, which also means you keep on top of things in a fast paced environment. Team focused attitude whilst ensuring strong independent working practises.

Responsibilities

  • Owning and managing key brand relationships to ensure long-term partnerships that align with Zalando’s strategic objectives.
  • Proactive ownership of your portfolio that balances credibility and trend appeal with commercial viability.
  • Determining the creative direction of your assortment, identifying trends, sourcing new brands, negotiating the best terms for Zalando.
  • Monitoring performance KPIs and implementing initiatives to drive profitability.
  • Coordinating with internal stakeholders across marketing and logistics teams to ensure smooth execution of your portfolio strategy.
  • Together with merchandising, being responsible for defining your brands seasonal strategy and beyond including budget and assortment planning, whilst consulting the unit owner and strategically important stakeholders. In season monitoring and reviewing the performance of your brands, making recommendations, and taking action based on valid numbers.
  • Maintaining and developing excellent relationships with our external brand partners, always challenging and evolving business to support the Category and Zalando strategy. Working together with our brand partners to improve collaboration and deliver on your brand and assortment strategy.

FAQs

What is the role of a Buyer in the Sports Running category at Zalando?

The Buyer in the Sports Running category is responsible for shaping the product assortment, managing brand relationships, determining creative direction, monitoring performance KPIs, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive the commercial success of the portfolio.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business or a comparable field, a minimum of 5 years of buying experience, a strong passion and understanding of the sports industry, along with excellent analytical skills and strategic mindset.

Is experience in e-commerce necessary for this role?

Yes, a minimum of 5 years of buying experience in a Head Office environment or within an e-commerce retailer is required.

What type of skills are important for a successful Buyer?

Important skills include strong negotiation skills, excellent analytical abilities, strategic thinking, and the capability to work independently as well as in a team-focused environment.

Do we have a focus on diversity and inclusion in our hiring process?

Yes, Zalando is committed to being inclusive by design, and we do not discriminate based on gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status.

What benefits do Zalando employees receive?

Zalando offers a range of benefits including an employee shares program, discounts on fashion and beauty products, paid volunteering days, a hybrid working model, vacation days, relocation assistance, family services, and health and wellbeing options.

Will I have the opportunity to work from abroad?

Yes, employees can work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year.

How does the company support mental health?

Zalando provides mental health support and coaching to its employees as part of its health and wellbeing options.

What is the expected work environment for this role?

The role operates in a hybrid working model, allowing for 60% (or more) remote work per week, tailored to each team's needs for collaboration.

How are performance KPIs monitored in this position?

Performance KPIs are monitored through regular assessments and initiatives to drive profitability, ensuring the Buyer can make recommendations and take action based on valid data.

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Zalando

Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2008
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Zalando is a leading European online platform for fashion and lifestyle, offering a wide range of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products from various brands. Their ultimate mission is to provide customers with a seamless and inspiring shopping experience, blending fashion with technology to create innovative solutions. The purpose of Zalando is to revolutionise the fashion industry by offering a diverse and inclusive shopping environment where customers can discover and purchase the latest trends and styles conveniently online. They aim to empower people to express their individuality through fashion while fostering sustainability and ethical practices within the industry.