Senior Manager (all genders) 3PL Tender & Market activities

The Senior Manager (all genders) 3PL Tender & Market activities is responsible for the end to end contract lifecycle management of logistics service contracts. You will closely collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. You will be the go-to person for project-based tenders and logistics service contracts in the field of CEP services and outsourced warehouse operations across Europe. By being close to the European 3PL and carrier market you will furthermore identify ad-hoc opportunities to further improve our 3PL and carrier portfolio and services towards our customers.

• You will be responsible for commercial tenders and negotiations in the field of CEP services and warehousing.
• You will closely workwith a wide range of stakeholders and derive clear requirements for our carrier-strategy and 3PL outsourcing projects.
• You thoroughly analyse offers and prepare recommendations for the Management Team.
• You will take the lead in negotiating logistics service contracts in close alignment with Zalandos legal department.
• You will develop new commercial models for our logistics service contracts and further improve Zalandos framework standards.

• You have a bachelor or master degree together with previous relevant experience in the field. This work experience should be demonstrable from a solution-minded environment in logistics services or contract logistics including previous experience in service procurement.
• You have a profound understanding of contractual mechanisms within logistics contracts. You bring a deep understanding of the European CEP logistics market and 3PL landscape.
• You have strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
• You have excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong and successful relationships within and outside the company. Business fluency in English and proficiency in German is an advantage.
• You bring an entrepreneurial approach and passion for logistics. Actively participating in the wider team and open to travel abroad.

Zalando provides a range of benefits heres an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

• 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando 30% off Lounge by Zalando discounts from external partners
• Family support including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carers
• Company pension scheme
• Employee shares programme
• Health and wellbeing options including Wellhub
• Mental health support and coaching
• Development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Relocation assistance (subject to prior agreement)

If you think you have what it takes we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

At Zalando our vision is to be the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.

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