Senior Strategic Development Manager

• Craft high-impact proposals and presentations for the Board and shareholders
• Act as a key link to the Zalando Group, contributing to the group strategy refresh and providing Tradebyte-specific analysis
• Perform deep-dive business analysis and market research to identify trends, evaluate risks, and discover new business opportunities
• Take full responsibility for specific business development initiatives, such as new market entries, building solid business cases with clear KPIs
• Support the management of large-scale initiatives, translating objectives into actionable plans and identifying obstacles

• You have a minimum of 3 to 4 years of professional experience working within a high-growth SaaS/technology environment or a top-tier management consultancy
• You believe that quick, adaptive execution of an imperfect plan is often better than a slow execution of a perfect one. You possess a high degree of ownership and are not stopped by shifting circumstances
• You are a pragmatic problem solver: you can break down complex issues using clear logic and frameworks, identifying root causes and recommending actionable solutions rather than just spotting problems
• You can 'zoom out' from daily tasks to ensure your work always aligns with the broader company strategy, considering long-term opportunities and potential risks
• You know how to build trust-based partnerships across different departments, convincing others by integrating diverse perspectives into a unified narrative
• You have a hands on attitude, and possess a high degree of ownership
• You are strong in stakeholder management - you know to build trust-based partnerships across different departments and the Management Board
• You have professional fluency in English
• fluency in German is a strong advantage

fluency in German

• Play a decisive role in shaping an agile, fast-growing, international company
• Supported by an open-minded working environment
• Competitive salary package
• Employee share shop
• 40% Zalando shopping discount (30% Zalando Lounge)
• Various learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working hours
• Home office options
• 27 vacation days per year that increase up to 30 days
• Volunteering time off
• Several sabbatical options after 2 years
• Company bike
• Electric car charging at e-charging station
• Access to additional German or English classes
• Visa support for foreign employees relocating to Germany
• A variety of health offers
• Free beverages and fruits