THE ROLE & THE TEAM
At Zalando Beauty, we are seeking two proactive and trend-led Assistant Buyers to join our dynamic Buying team. We currently have one opening in our Fragrances & Body team and one opening in our Hair Care & Gifting team.
As an Assistant Buyer for Beauty, 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 lineup of beauty products.
You will support the Buying team on product selection and brand strategies, and work with the Buyer and on your own accounts to negotiate the best terms for the business with suppliers. You will also ensure the ordering process is efficient and compliant with Zalando’s processes, and assist the wider buying team where necessary in cooperation with the planning team. You will support the team with analysis and trend topics, therefore contributing to the creative and commercial strategy of the unit.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be the starting point for fashion - one that is inclusive by design. We only assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, personal expressions, racial identities, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and disability statuses. We only want to know why you’re great for this role, so please avoid including your picture, age, and marital status in your CV as well.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Please feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support and assist you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion/our-employee-resource-groups.
WHAT WE'D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Support the Buyers to negotiate the best possible terms with suppliers (i.e., margin, discounts, markdown support and ZMS).
Work closely with the Buyer and planning team to quantify new launch orders.
Work with the planners to analyze performance, making recommendations to the buying team (i.e., to keep or discontinue within the business/products).
Work with Marketing and PR and be aware of promotional opportunities during negotiations with suppliers.
Carry out research and see through the end-to-end process of products being raised to going online.
Support your team in operational and functional matters by creating, maintaining, and sending/cancelling orders and making sure all necessary steps are followed through.
Act as the first point of contact for our suppliers alongside our buyers, supporting in the setup and allowing smooth workflow.
Work closely with our design, product, and planning team to ensure that our products are available for purchase.
Manage the operational aspects of the new brand onboarding process independently and with attention to detail.
Collaborate with the Merchandising team and, with guidance from the Buyers, define and plan key strategic initiatives and set financial targets for your brands.
Contribute to marketing and trend-related topics, supporting the creative and commercial strategy of the business unit.
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Fashion Management, or a related field.
You have around 2 years of relevant experience in buying, merchandising, or a comparable operational role.
You have a strong passion for beauty, with a sharp eye for trends, customer preferences, and emerging brands.
You’re confident in managing both operational and strategic tasks independently, while seeking guidance when needed.
You bring strong organizational and analytical skills that enable you to support assortment building and category growth.
You have basic negotiation skills and are eager to strengthen them by learning from senior team members.
You can build strong relationships with brand partners and communicate Zalando’s strategy effectively.
You thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace collaboration, and take initiative. You manage your workload efficiently, ensuring tasks are completed on time, accurately, and with the right prioritization.
You’re proficient in MS Office and Google Tools, and combine a passion for numbers with a love for beauty. You also bring strong trend and product knowledge, especially within the European market.
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 (for Zalando SE)
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
ABOUT ZALANDO
It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey, from being a pioneer in the world of e-commerce, to the starting point for fashion in Europe. We connect customers, brands, and partners across 23 markets.
Help us drive digital and sustainable solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head-to-toe fashion to more than 46 million active customers through a team of diverse skill-sets, cultural backgrounds, and interests.
Our values: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-founding-mindset do.More - our sustainability strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/sustainability Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/insidezalando
We celebrate diversity and are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
We only accept applications via the application form - applications via email will not be considered.
