Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (all genders) at Zalando

Lahr, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Logistics, E-CommerceIndustries

Requirements

Experience in recruiting along the entire process, from requirements analysis through active sourcing to contract negotiation
High self-motivation, organizational skills, and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Winning personality and enjoyment of challenging positions to fill
Ability to communicate on equal terms with candidates, employees, and hiring managers, with strong empathy to positively influence candidate experience
High assertiveness and strong stakeholder management skills
True team player who actively contributes to positive team dynamics
Excellent communication skills, negotiation-secure German and very good French skills to conduct interviews in both languages, plus confident business-level English

Responsibilities

End-to-End recruiting for business-critical logistics roles, including leading strategy meetings, talent mapping & sourcing, interviews, and contract negotiations
Act as point of contact and coach for hiring managers to find the best talents and create excellent candidate experience
Build trusting, long-term relationships with hiring managers and other areas within the organization, always being solution-oriented and proactive
Analyze recruitment data for continuous process improvement and development of effective strategies
Actively participate in team projects and take responsibility for cross-team topics
Represent Zalando as first point of contact in Lahr, both internally and externally, contributing to company growth

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Talent AcquisitionEnd-to-End RecruitingStakeholder ManagementRecruitmentLogistics RecruitingStrategic Projects

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or does it require working in an office?

The role is based in Lahr (Schwarzwald) and requires on-site presence as the first point of contact for Zalando in Lahr.

What skills and experience are required for this Senior Talent Acquisition Partner role?

Candidates need experience in end-to-end recruiting from requirements analysis to contract negotiation, strong stakeholder management, high self-motivation, and organizational skills.

What is the company culture like for this position?

The work environment features an entrepreneurial spirit and an energetic atmosphere, with a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and building trusting relationships.

What does a strong candidate for this role look like?

A strong candidate has full end-to-end recruiting experience, excels in stakeholder management, demonstrates proactivity and solution-orientation, and can analyze recruitment data to improve processes.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Zalando

European online fashion retail marketplace

About Zalando

Zalando operates as a major e-commerce platform in Europe, focusing on fashion and lifestyle products. It allows customers to shop for a wide variety of clothing, shoes, and accessories from both established and emerging brands through its website and mobile app. The platform generates revenue by selling products directly to consumers and earning commissions from third-party sellers who list their items on Zalando. A key feature of Zalando is its commitment to providing a smooth shopping experience, which includes free delivery and returns, a large selection of products, and personalized recommendations. Zalando Plus, a premium membership program, offers additional benefits like faster shipping and exclusive deals. The company distinguishes itself from competitors by investing in technology and logistics to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline operations.

Berlin, GermanyHeadquarters

2008Year Founded

$149.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees