Senior Marketing Manager Germany (all genders) - Maternity Cover

In this Berlin-based role, as a Senior Marketing Manager, you will focus on further developing Zalando as the #1 destination for fashion and lifestyle in Germany. You will manage all local marketing activities with the aim of further strengthening the Zalando brand in the market as well as driving relevant traffic to our local site and app.

This role is a maternity cover and has a limited contract until December 2026.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

Implement a local touchpoint and media strategy for the German market in line with the country strategy and overall marketing strategy. Manage the marketing budget for the German market including spend planning and reporting, in alignment with the Team Lead. Ensure the implementation of the media strategy and plan in collaboration with the DE Marketing Team’s Media Senior Manager

Drive the development and execution of sports marketing and sponsorship initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment and impactful activations that elevate brand presence and foster strong fan engagement

Steer our local Creative and Influencer Marketing agencies to ensure the best possible campaign execution together in alignment with the DE Marketing Team

You will steer all marketing channels & touchpoints towards a consistent customer KPI management with local insight knowledge for all marketing activities

Localise and execute global campaigns across all relevant touchpoints in collaboration with the relevant teams (e.g. central Global Marketing Communication & Creative team, Retail, PR, Digital Media)

Develop and implement additional local marketing activities, discover insights and sources of growth to support the overall strategy. Be the expert of the market and up to date with the latest trends

Act as the guardian of the Zalando brand by ensuring consistency in communication (tone of voice) across the different touchpoints

Degree in Business Administration or Marketing and strong understanding of the various Offline and Online Marketing Channels with focus on strategic media planning. 5-7 years of professional experience with Marketing

Working language is English, but also fluent in German is a must

Demonstrable knowledge of sports marketing and sponsorship principles and strategies, coupled with a genuine passion for the sports industry

Creative problem solving skills and a sharp focus on impact

Excellent stakeholder management with the ability to build trusted relationships both internally and externally (incl. Media, Creative and Influencer Marketing agency)

Very strong project management skills

Profound knowledge of the German market

Strong Excel knowledge with great analytical and reporting skills. Well organised and good communicator

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 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 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

Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

Family services, including counselling and support

Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)

Mental health support and coaching available

At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring – we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.

We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.

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Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form – we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please take a look at our FAQ page .

About Zalando

It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey to build the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. Help us offer an inspiring and quality multi-brand shopping experience for fashion and lifestyle products to about 50 million active customers in 25 markets. Or be part of our logistic infrastructure, software or service capabilities to help brands and retailers run and scale their entire e-commerce business, on or off Zalando. Join our Zalando ecosystem, to enable positive change for the fashion and lifestyle industry.

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