VP Marketplaces & Ecosystems (all genders)

ABOUT TRADEBYTE

At Tradebyte you work hand in hand with the biggest players in e-commerce – from hip fashion brands to big online shops. We offer you an open work structure and an incomparable team spirit. We believe that work and passion are compatible and for that we offer the appropriate surroundings. With continuous growth, we are looking for new colleagues who share our passion for work. Love what you do – do what you love. Become part of Tradebyte, an independent company within the Zalando Group!

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

We are seeking a world-class leader who seamlessly blends technical expertise with business acumen. This individual must be a strong team player, adept at managing and leading within matrix organizations while collaborating extensively across multiple units—working closely with DTC/the brands on one side and product and development teams on the other. At the same time, we are looking for an inspirational leader who can enable teams, foster a culture of positivity, and drive impact, collaboration, accountability, and commitment.

As a pioneer in the marketplace business, Tradebyte continues to push innovation and remains the European market leader in marketplace integrations. Marketplaces are a cornerstone of Tradebyte’s business model. The key responsibilities for the VP Marketplaces & Ecosystems include identifying, acquiring, and integrating new marketplaces, managing and scaling the existing portfolio of approximately 100 marketplaces, building added-value services, and strengthening our ecosystem. Additionally, ensuring a steady pipeline of new brand recommendations from marketplaces and the ecosystem will be a critical focus.

This role sits at the intersection of technology and sales, representing the entire value chain for our marketplace customers. It requires close collaboration with product and tech teams to define new integrations and outline roadmaps that enhance Tradebyte’s performance on existing marketplaces.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

• Marketplaces NewBiz: Identifying and winning new marketplaces and defining a business case and to ensure we succeed by delivering it;

• Giant marketplace: 3 Dedicated Heads of Marketplaces report directly to the VP, taking care of Zalando, Amazon and AY/Otto.

• Other marketplaces & consulting: Team leading all remaining marketplaces, as well as consulting unit

• Marketplace Tech and integrations: Technical Account management and two teams in charge of custom and standard integration

• Ecosystems: Teams creating a vibrant ecosystem of partners such as Shopify and others

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• You have proven leadership skills; track record to lead and transform large organisations;

• You bring experience to manage tech organisations 

• You have strong business acumen & customer focus

• You bring 5-10 years of experience in SaaS or ECommerce

• Negotiation and presentation skills are your top skills

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS YOU’LL LOVE

• You’ll play a decisive role in shaping an agile, fast-growing, international company and be supported by an open-minded working environment

• Competitive salary package, employee share shop, 40% Zalando shopping discount (30% Zalando Lounge)

• You’ll be given various learning and development opportunities to enhance your professional development

• Flexible working hours, home office options

• 27 vacation days per year that increase up to 30 days, volunteering time off and several sabbatical options after 2 years

• We’ll help you commute to the office with zero emissions: through a rented company bike or by charging you electric car at our e-charging station

• Access to additional German or English classes to improve your language skills

• Visa support for our foreign employees 

• A variety of health offers to support your well-being, as well as free beverages and fruits