The DMC Finance team sits within the Business Finance Organization (BFO), acting as the key interface between the Marketing business clusters and Finance. Together with the Marketing Business Leaders, the team co-pilots in delivering the business strategy, acting as a strategic thought partner for our dedicated owners across the business, focusing on group wide value creation and providing data-driven insights. As a senior member of DMC Finance you will take a leading role to drive the strategic direction of Marketing by bringing your voice to marketing investment and budgeting processes. You are the key interface to provide financial guidance and to set up relevant processes in close alignment with stakeholders (e.g. Marketing, Commercial Planning & Trading, Finance).
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)
- You will co-own the financial success of one of the Market clusters with the opportunity to consult, challenge and influence marketing business decisions to steer profitable growth.
- You will be in the driver seat for the Budget process leading the DMC Finance team and developing transparent reporting layers for cost development.
- With your Marketing experience in e-Commerce you are comfortable navigating a dynamic and complex environment. In the co-pilot seat, you are capable of facilitating and challenging marketing investment cases and translate these into actionable Budget allocations.
- You will lean in to shape the role and mandate of the DMC Finance team and ho we work with stakeholders. You will champion team success by identifying and improving our business and financial processes.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
- You have a University degree in Economics, Finance or Business and 3-5 years of experience in the field of Finance, Commercial Planning or Business development in e-Commerce.
- You have a stakeholder centric attitude and a strong sense of team success and enjoy the opportunity to lead and shape the DMC Finance team and the developments of all members.
- You have a profound business understanding and consider the business impact in all your decisions.
- Proficiency in reporting and numeracy analysis. Strong MS-Excel skills are a must; SQL, VBA and other reporting tools are a plus.
- You can translate business questions into sound financial processes in a compelling & transparent manner.
- You drive automation which you demonstrate with profound technical knowledge (e.g. Excel). Experience in modelling (e.g. statistical models) and ERP systems (e.g. SAP) is a plus.
- You have solid presentation skills and are strong in verbal and written communication in English
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% (or more) 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
- Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
- Family services, including counseling and support
- Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
- Mental health support and coaching available
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Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
About Zalando
It’s the perfect time to join Zalando’s journey, from being a pioneer in the world of e-commerce, to becoming the Starting Point for Fashion in Europe. We connect customers, brands, and partners across 25 markets.
Help us drive digital and sustainable solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head-to-toe fashion to more than 49 million active customers.
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do.More - our sustainability strategy
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Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
