Data Analyst - Forecasting (all genders)

& THE TEAM In the heart of Berlin, we always have our finger on the pulse.

In the workforce management department, we are the strategic heart of customer care. Strategic capacity planning, accurate staffing and speedy responsiveness to the Customer Care Operations teams are our core mission. The forecasting team is responsible for analysing trends and forecasting the demand for the organisation, providing analytical support to our customer care operations functions.

About Zalando

• The customer service at Zalando and Zalando Lounge is the voice and ear of Europe's leading online fashion platform.
• We impress with our understanding and expertise.
• We create a unique shopping experience and take feedback seriously to optimize our services and processes.
• We are proud of what we do and we turn our customers into fans.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING) As a Data Analyst for Forecasting, you will act as the bridge between deep technical modeling and strategic business ownership, ensuring our operational teams have the exact forecast they need to succeed.
• Predict and analyze expected contact volumes for internal teams and outsourcing partners, directly driving capacity planning across a large-scale, multi-site customer care network.
• Perform deep statistical analyses and leverage machine learning to continuously improve the accuracy, reliability, and explainability of our time-series forecasting models.
• Create research and experimentation plans, selecting the most appropriate methodologies and metrics to extract actionable insights from customer service demand data.
• Design, maintain, and expand our reporting and data visualization portfolio to deliver clear, accessible insights to department management and operational leaders.
• Translate complex business challenges into robust analytical approaches, driving strategic initiatives directly connected to your forecasting expertise.

Requirements

• WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF We’re looking for a blend of technical capability, analytical mindset, and business pragmatism.
• Hands-on experience with predictive algorithms and time-series forecasting using state-of-the-art machine learning.
• Knowledge of driver analysis, anomaly detection and simulation is a strong plus.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL is a must.
• Experience with Databricks, GitHub (CI/CD), MLOps, AWS and AI-assisted coding tools will set you apart.
• Experience defining data tracking requirements, building simple ETLs, and designing dashboards using modern BI tools (e.g., Microstrategy, Looker, PowerBI, Tableau).
• You know exactly when to build a complex ML pipeline and when a simple spreadsheet calculation is the smartest, fastest path forward.
• Proven professional experience as a Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Data Scientist, or Time-Series Forecasting Specialist with a strong technical background.
• A degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or Business) is preferred.
• Excellent English communication skills with the ability to thrive in an intercultural environment and clearly explain technical forecasting concepts to business stakeholders.

Benefits

• 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

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.

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!

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