Are you ready to build and own a high-impact events program from the ground up? At ZEOS by Zalando, we're looking for a strategic and creative Senior Event Manager to spearhead our account-focused events strategy. This is a unique opportunity to establish events as a cornerstone of our Account-Based Marketing (ABM) efforts, directly accelerating revenue growth and deepening relationships with our most critical enterprise accounts. If you are passionate about creating premium, personalized experiences for C-level executives and thrive on seeing your work translate into measurable commercial success, this role is for you.
ZEOS is part of Zalando, leveraging the company’s infrastructure, technology, and expertise to build an operating system for fashion & lifestyle. Established in 2023, ZEOS is developing tools that allow brands and retailers to manage their multi-channel business in one place. We aim to enable seamless e-commerce across Europe: from new market entry and expansion to optimization and business steering. Being a small unit within a big company enables us to act fast, but with the backup from one of the leading online platforms for fashion and lifestyle in Europe.
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 pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce – 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.
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Own the ABM Events Strategy. You will develop, own, and execute the overarching events strategy focused on our Enterprise and high-potential customer GTM motions. You’ll define the annual events calendar, manage the budget, and establish standardized processes to ensure flawless execution and performance tracking.
Master Vendor & Agency Management. You will select and manage a premium event agency partner, translating ZEOS’s commercial goals into detailed, strategic briefs. You'll serve as the final decision-maker on all logistical and creative aspects, ensuring every event is a premium, on-brand experience.
Lead Stakeholder & Leadership Alignment. Acting as the bridge between Sales, Product Marketing, and Leadership, you will manage internal preparations. You will lead pre-event briefings, secure leadership participation, and work closely with sales to identify and engage target accounts.
Drive Ecosystem Partner Engagement. In collaboration with our Partnerships team, you will build a strong event roadmap with our key ecosystem partners. You'll actively pitch ZEOS speakers and content for partner events to extend our reach and coordinate co-marketing efforts for joint initiatives.
Manage Performance & Swag Strategy. You will define event KPIs, analyzing and reporting on performance against our commercial goals. You’ll also own our end-to-end swag strategy and production process.
You have 5+ years of hands-on experience as an Event Manager
You have a track record of designing high-impact event programs with a focus on ABM, enterprise sales cycles, and C-level audiences.
You have exceptional project management skills and perform well under tight deadlines.
You are a strong communicator and relationship builder. You know how to influence stakeholders, align teams, and manage complex, cross-functional projects.
You are confident in managing cross-functional processes and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Hyper-growth startup background is highly desirable - you thrive in ambiguity and possess a hands-on mentality; you love both strategy and operations;
Self-starter with ability to execute multiple projects with tight deadlines and with focus on business results.
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
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
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review