Senior Category Manager - Maternity cover(all genders)

Zalando
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Workplace: HybridContractFunction: Solutions Engineering & Sales EngineeringExperience: 4+ yearsSkills: ["Communication","Analytical thinking","Negotiation","Collaboration","Mentoring"]

Own a skincare brand portfolio and drive assortment growth by spotting upcoming trends, acquiring new partners, and shaping market-leading strategy. Partner with Merchandising to manage budgets and act on KPIs, negotiating strong terms and maximizing unit profit. Collaborate across Marketing, Content, Photo Production, and Logistics to deliver an end-to-end customer experience while mentoring Junior and Assistant Buyers.

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Zalando
Zalando
2 months ago

Senior Category Manager - Maternity cover(all genders)

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Job Summary

Own a skincare brand portfolio and drive assortment growth by spotting upcoming trends, acquiring new partners, and shaping market-leading strategy. Partner with Merchandising to manage budgets and act on KPIs, negotiating strong terms and maximizing unit profit. Collaborate across Marketing, Content, Photo Production, and Logistics to deliver an end-to-end customer experience while mentoring Junior and Assistant Buyers.
Location: Anywhere
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract · 12 months
Job Function: Solutions Engineering & Sales Engineering
Seniority: Sr. Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Drive portfolio excellence by setting creative direction, identifying skincare trends, and ensuring a market-leading assortment.
  • •Acquire and onboard new skincare brands using marketing insights to increase visibility and attract new consumers.
  • •Collaborate with Merchandising to define strategy, manage budgets, and take data-driven actions based on KPIs.
  • •Negotiate best-possible terms with external partners to support category success and Zalando’s growth plans.
  • •Build and maintain long-term partner relationships and collaborate cross-functionally across Marketing, Content, Photo Production, and Logistics.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Remote WorkEquityRelocationGym MembershipLearning BudgetHealth InsuranceCounseling

Key Requirements

  • •4+ years of buying experience in a head office or e-commerce environment, ideally with a Business background.
  • •Deep knowledge of the Beauty/Skincare industry with strong ability to identify upcoming skincare trends.
  • •Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office (especially Excel).
  • •Strong communication and a proven track record in business acquisition and delivering results.
  • •Able to operate in a fast-paced environment, stay organized, and mentor junior colleagues.
Experience:4+ years
Skills:CommunicationAnalytical thinkingNegotiationCollaborationMentoring
Tech Stack:Google SuiteMS OfficeExcel

Company Brief

Zalando
Zalando operates a leading European online marketplace for fashion and lifestyle products, offering clothing, shoes and accessories from international brands and local labels, plus logistics and marketing services to partner brands and retailers.
Industry: Online Marketplaces
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Berlin, Germany
Founded: 2008
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