Senior Applied Scientist - Fulfilment Simulation all genders
Senior Applied Scientist - Fulfilment Simulation all genders
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THE ROLE & THE TEAM
Ever wonder how online orders arrive so quickly and efficiently In the Fulfillment Simulation Team within the Fulfillment Core department were the ones behind the scenes tackling the logistical challenges of ecommerce by simulating the flow of millions of orders across a complex logistics network. We combine science engineering and business analytics to create simulations that enable strategic resource planning and proactive decisionmaking.
As a Senior Applied Scientist youll develop advanced simulations and work closely with engineers and business analysts to turn these models into actionable insights. From optimising inventory distribution to managing demand spikes during sales campaigns your simulations will help shape key business strategies improving delivery speed cost efficiency and customer satisfaction.
At Zalando we fulfil more than a hundred million customer orders every year and volumes are increasing. Our department Fulfillment Core within Zalando builds and operates systems that are at the core of Zalandos platform strategy and ensure timely efficient and correct delivery of every one of our customers 185 million orders every year.
At Zalando and in Fulfillment Core we are committed to providing equal opportunities for career advancement and promotions to all employees following our inclusiveness principles. We welcome applications for both fulltime and parttime positions as we believe in providing flexible work options to support our employees diverse needs.
Youll find our Berlin campus and HQ in the vibrant area of Friedrichshain. With amazing views of the Spree river and East Side Gallery its a campus designed to inspire. Berlin is the city that has shaped our business. Are you up for a new experience in one of the most vibrant diverse and green cities in Europe
WHAT WED LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Simulation Development: Build and refine simulation models that replicate the complex behaviour of our logistics network. These simulations will help answer crucial business questions about warehouse configurations transport capacity inventory distribution and order allocation strategies.
Collaboration & Integration: Work alongside software engineers to create a scalable simulation platform that integrates smoothly with our broader tech ecosystem. Youll also collaborate with business analysts and product managers to ensure simulations reflect real business challenges and provide valuable insights.
Research & Innovation: Engage with the team on research efforts to explore new methodologies in system modelling such as discrete event simulation and order synthesis. Your innovative solutions will enhance how we simulate realworld logistics behaviours enabling better decisionmaking across the organisation.
Business Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders across different business units to understand their needs guide their use of simulation tools and provide strategic insights through your analysis and expertise.
Simulation Analysis: Design and conduct simulations to tackle key business questions. For teams without technical expertise youll manage the entire processfrom setting up experiments to interpreting the resultsand present clear actionable insights that support decisionmaking.
WED LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
Operations Research Expertise: You have a solid foundation in operations research including experience with optimization statistical methods and system modelling such as discrete event simulation. You enjoy applying these techniques to solve complex problems.
Technical Skills: Youre proficient in Python and/or a Javabased language (e.g. Kotlin) and can quickly learn new technologies. Familiarity with cloudbased platforms (like AWS) and relational databases (such as PostgreSQL SQLite or Presto/Trino) is a plus.
Analytical Mindset: Your experience with analysing large datasets allows you to uncover meaningful insights. Your background in statistics and quantitative methods allows you to create hypotheses run statistical tests and draw datadriven conclusions.
Collaborative & Communicative: You work well in crossfunctional teams and are skilled at communicating complex technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders. Building proactive relationships across departments will be key to your success.
Curious & Innovative: Youre always looking for ways to improve the accuracy and efficiency of simulations. Your curiosity drives you to explore new techniques and propose research initiatives that push the boundaries of our simulation capabilities.
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 youre 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.
our diversity & inclusion strategy: employee resource groups: BENEFITS
Career Development
We offer peertopeer performance reviews twice a year
Learn and develop through our extensive Zalando training platform
Join regular allhands team meetings Q&Asessions and quarterly anonymous employee surveys to ask your questions and provide your feedback
Support from an international team of experts; mentoring and professional development opportunities
Wellbeing
2 days paid leave per year for volunteering
Minimum of 27 holiday days per calendar year
Online sports courses wellbeing and nutrition advice offered by Humanoo personal wellbeing coach app
Mental wellbeing support by our Employee Assistance Program and professional consultants to help you find health resources
Flexibility
Flexible working hours
Relocation assistance for internationals
Hybrid working model with up to 60 remote per week actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Financial
Access to the employee shares program
40 shopping discount on products shipped and sold by Zalando and 30 discount on Zalando Lounge
Discounts from a wide range of external partners
Family
Employee parents forums and employee resource group
Supported transition into and out of parental leave with a buddy and reonboarding plan
3 fullypaid child sick days per year
Free counselling assistance and referral service for all matters concerning yourself and your family via the Frstenberg Institute
ABOUT ZALANDO
Its the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey from being a pioneer in the world of ecommerce 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 headtotoe fashion to more than 46 million active customers through a team of diverse skillsets cultural backgrounds and interests.
Our values: our sustainability strategy: us on Instagram: instagram/insidezalando
Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form we do not accept applications via email.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
