About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Partner Consultant to join Zalando Marketing Services (ZMS). ZMS is Zalando's 360° marketing unit, offering a diverse product suite to help brands achieve digital advertising objectives. Within ZMS, the Partner Management unit advises strategic clients on innovative marketing solutions and scalable platform strategies, aiming for high service levels, smart consultancy, and expert access. Success is measured by revenue generation, solution adoption, and client satisfaction. The Partner Consultant will work directly with key clients as a trusted advisor, providing strategic advice and coaching to help them grow their business.
Responsibilities
- Work with brand partners to drive long-term sustainable business growth and client satisfaction.
- Develop yearly marketing strategies and recommendations leveraging ZMS offerings with support from business experts.
- Orchestrate the execution of marketing plans and campaigns by liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
- Gain a deep understanding of brand partners’ business goals, turning data into compelling stories and actionable insights.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Brand partners’ teams, providing insightful recommendations and identifying opportunities.
Requirements
- Experienced in online media sales with 4 or more years of relevant work experience in business development, consulting, account management, or sales, ideally from a sales/media house, e-comm industry, or online publisher.
- Experienced in navigating complex stakeholder maps, managing high-value relationships, driving strategic learning agendas, and owning client communication.
- Track record of compelling data-backed storytelling and recommendations.
- Expert in managing forecasts and achieving goals.
- Excellent communication skills in English, with confidence in interacting and presenting independently at a senior management level.
- Young Fashion Background preferred.
Skills
- Online media sales
- Business development
- Consulting
- Account management
- Sales
- Stakeholder management
- Relationship management
- Strategic planning
- Client communication
- Data analysis
- Storytelling
- Forecasting
- Goal achievement
- Presentation skills
Location
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Fixed term contract (12 months)
- Hybrid working model (up to 60% remote per week)
- Work from abroad (up to 30 working days a year)
Experience Level
- 4 or more years of relevant work experience
Benefits
- 27 days of holiday a year (increasing annually up to 30)
- 2 paid volunteering days a year
- Hybrid working model
- Work from abroad allowance
- Employee shares program
- Discounts on fashion and beauty products
- Discounts from external partners
- Relocation assistance available
- Family services
- Health and wellbeing options
- Mental health support and coaching
- Training platform access
- Biannual peer-to-peer review
About the Company
- Zalando Marketing Services (ZMS) is the 360° marketing unit for Zalando's brand partners.
- ZMS offers a diverse product suite spanning multiple marketing channels, enabling brands to achieve digital advertising objectives based on deep consumer insights and a unique fashion, beauty, and designer context.
- Zalando's vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce, thriving on diversity and inclusivity.
Equal Opportunity
- If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement.
- 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.
- Please refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV.
- 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.
