THE ROLE AND THE TEAM
Zalando’s Product Quality and Safety department is looking for a Product Safety Manager to support us in our mission of creating customer experience based on trust and ensuring only safe and high quality products are offered on our website while Zalando is becoming Europe's Starting Point for Fashion and expanding its Designer category.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
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.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING) ...
Responsible for translating Zalando product safety and quality framework, EU and local regulations into Zalando operational processes for the assortment supplied by Designer and Luxury Brands (accessories, home & living).
Implementing robust and scalable processes to ensure non-conformities are identified and managed effectively internally (interface to Buying) and externally (Designer & Luxury Brands management) striving to continuously improve product compliance at Zalando.
Execute compliance and quality programs which include due diligence measures and checks, documentation and test report review, risk assessment, and inbound quality guidance.
Driving strategic concepts with ability to turn complex compliance requirements into scalable processes and solutions.
Promoting knowledge internally and providing guidance and support to Designer and Luxury Brands.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU If ...
You have advanced professional knowledge of European legislative requirements related to quality and safety of accessories particularly personal protective equipment such as sunglasses, home & living or products with food contact.
You have previous relevant work experience in the retail industry in the following sectors: fashion and accessories. Experience in working with luxury, designer Brands would be of advantage.
You bring strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills with the declared intention to drive prevention focus and proven track record in project management.
You bring excellent stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills in both written and spoken English.
You have advanced knowledge of software applications in project management, word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentations as well as Google tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
You are curious to develop regulatory knowledge of additional product categories and markets
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
Two paid volunteering days a year
In a hybrid working model with 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 counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching are available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us