Principal Data Analyst (all genders) - Logistics Key Account Management
At a glance
Senior Account Management role at Zalando. Berlin · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate €95,000–€96,000.
Zalando has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Guide complex analytics projects over extended timelines, building insight across logistics and propositions
- Trace operational problems and customer friction back to their root causes
- Set outcome KPI targets, question operating results, and establish repeatable performance reviews
- Map data-backed service needs with Markets, Propositions, and Logistics, then assess potential new services
What you bring
- Substantial experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a closely related analytical role
- Advanced capability in statistics, data modeling, SQL, Python, Claude, and scientific research methods
- Strong stakeholder skills and the judgment to turn complex data into clear insights and proposed actions
Who this fits
You’ll suit a senior analyst role where you advise teams, challenge performance, and hold them to operational KPIs without owning end-to-end operations. Berlin is the listed location. The role connects Markets and Propositions with Logistics Operations and the Capabilities pillar.
From the employer
THE TEAM AND THE ROLE
The Logistics Key Account Management (KAM) Team acts as the strategic interface between Logistics Operations and our internal customers, namely Markets and Propositions. Our mission is to enable high-quality and reliable Logistics services so our customers can be successful within their competitive environments. We ensure a high-quality feedback loop, manage performance and KPIs in the interest of the account, and act as strategic advisors.
In this Principal Analyst (all genders) role, you will be the analytical thought leader, bridging the gap between commercial goals and logistics realities, and empowering data-driven decision-making across the matrix.
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Thought Leadership & Strategic Analytics: Act as the principal analytical authority for the KAM team. You will manage highly complex projects over a long time horizon and build an analytical edge in the logistics and propositions domain.
Complex Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis: Facilitate the identification of root causes for operational challenges and potential customer friction.
Data-Driven Performance Steering: Lead the definition of targets for "outcome" KPIs. You will challenge operational performance, establish scalable review procedures, and drive the adoption of standards and mechanisms for continuous improvement.
Capability Advisory & Roadmap Facilitation: Act as a strategic partner to Markets, Propositions, and Logistics by mapping out data-driven service needs. You will support the discovery of new services, assess their impact, and work alongside the Capabilities pillar.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You have extensive professional experience as a Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, or in a similar highly analytical role, ideally within e-commerce, retail, or logistics.
You bring advanced technical skills in statistics, data modeling, SQL/Python, Claude and scientific research methodologies, capable of translating complex data sets into easily digestible insights and actionable decision proposals.
You are a strategic thinker with excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of bridging the gap between Markets/Propositions, Logistics Operations, and the Logistics Capabilities pillar.
You are comfortable acting as a consultant and sparring partner, challenging the status quo, and holding teams accountable for operational KPIs without running the end-to-end operations yourself.
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.
27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
Family support, including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carers
Company pension scheme
Employee shares programme
Health and wellbeing options, including Wellhub
Mental health support and coaching
Development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
2 paid volunteering days a year
Relocation assistance (subject to prior agreement)
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
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!
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.
We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.
We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.
Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion
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