As the Controller (all genders) within the Logistics Controlling team, you are responsible for the central planning and controlling of Zalando Logistics. With more than 200 million Orders, 525 million Shipped Items annually, Logistics is the back-bone of Zalando’s success story and our Logistics Controlling department is responsible for planning & monitoring the annual logistics budget of approx 2.9 Billion euros.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGNAt Zalando, our vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce - 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.
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WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)Focusing on financial and operational Controlling for our Logistics department and taking care of the main reporting tooling. Increase transparency through continuously improving our tooling, dashboards and reporting landscape for financial closing and monitoring SLA results
Actively taking part in business case preparations, assumption validation, target setting and budgeting process
Working autonomously with our data to create new metrics and reports and maintain existing ones in close cooperation with our Business Intelligence & Central Finance teams
You lead planning, forecasts and reporting processes for local warehouses and drive the context beyond the numbers
Be a go-to person for other Controlling Teams, for our Business Intelligence, Central Finance, Operational Logistics teams and Senior Management, providing transparency and decision support
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IFYou have a university degree in economics, business administration, mathematics, statistics or similar disciplines and relevant experience in Controlling with a strong analytical/financial focus (Financial modeling, Analytical tooling, Planning & Reporting, Dashboards, etc.)
At least 1 year experience in Financial/Operational Controlling or Business Analysis role
You are fluent in English
Have a very good understanding of numbers and excellent analytical skills with a passion for the latest tools & technologies (excellent knowledge in Office skills, Power Office tools & SAP Hana; Google Looker Studio, Microstrategy etc. would be a big plus)
Have a controlling mindset with an ability to challenge & support our stakeholders with ad-hoc analysis to enable our growth strategy, understanding key trade-offs and actively supporting business decisions.
You are thrilled to crack challenges and ensure successful adoption of solutions Find it easy to stay on top of things, even in a very dynamic environment with fast-paced changes
If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
OUR OFFERZalando 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 Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with up to 60% 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 for full-time employees
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
