Wayfair
Berlin, Germany
Student and Graduate Opportunities (Berlin) Wayfair believes everyone should live in a home they love. Through technology and innovation, Wayfair makes it possible for shoppers to quickly and easily find exactly what they want from a selection of more than 10 million items across home furnishings, décor, home improvement, housewares and more. Committed to delighting its customers every step of the way, Wayfair is reinventing the way people shop for their homes - from product discovery to final delivery. Wayfair generated $5.7 billion in net revenue for the twelve months ended June 30, 2018. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts with operations throughout North America and Europe, the company employs more than 9,700 people. Wayfair is growing and committed to hiring analytical, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented graduates to become the next generation of leaders across the business. These individuals will demonstrate their leadership skills, quantitative mindset, and will execute strategic and cross-functional projects for their respective teams. We are looking for candidates for the following teams: Category Management Merchandising Business Intelligence Successful candidates will be placed into key functions across the business dependent on a combination of interest, skills and experience. Below is a list of our business areas and opportunities: Category Management We currently operate in Germany and the UK and aim to offer an unparalleled selection of great value products for the home, paired with excellent customer experience. Each Category Management team is responsible for a specific vertical (e.g., lighting, décor, bedding, kitchen), knowing the respective market / industry, and maintaining relationships with suppliers. By working with key suppliers on a daily basis, the team’s ultimate objective is to grow the category by expanding the selection on our website, aligning promotions and operations, merchandising, and marketing activities with the respective teams, and ensuring price competitiveness throughout the catalogue. Cross-functional collaboration is key in this role, since the category management teams are in daily contact with internal teams to advance the aforementioned business drivers. Requirement: German Speaker Merchandising The merchandising department is responsible for the creation and maintenance of our product catalogs. We add tens of thousands of new products each month, both for limited-time events and for ongoing product selection. We also continually improve the catalog – fixing issues and increasing the content to improve customer experience in a joint effort with our suppliers. Our goal is to provide inspirational and engaging content to drive customer engagement and increase conversion. We also understand where the customer is shopping on site – where they are most / least engaged through the funnel, and we create customized landing pages based on an analytical approach, supported by new merchandising tools. Requirement: German Speaker Business Intelligence Wayfair Analytics is the engine that powers an enterprise obsessed with data. Leveraging the largest data set for products sold in the Home space, this team treats data as an asset and determines how to maximize its business value and extend our competitive advantage. Business Intelligence Analysts at Wayfair are strong in quantitative analysis, enjoy coding but also want to balance that with their interest in business. They think critically to tackle complex challenges, thrive in a fast-paced environment and are seeking a high-growth opportunity where they will have an immediate impact on day one. There are significant opportunities for new team members to emerge as leaders, taking on additional projects and responsibilities with strong performance. Requirement: Coursework or experience with SQL or other structured programming language(s) (e.g. Python, Java, C); Experience with Excel Detailed responsibilities will vary by team; however typical responsibilities include: Managing communication with internal and external stakeholders Targeting opportunity areas and recommending solutions to drive results Using creative strategy and data to communicate efficiently Analyzing high level business trends to improve conversion on site Identify new, profitable opportunities for targeting and segmentation Driving negotiations Collaborating frequently with other Wayfair departments Researching categories and vendors to build out selection Running competitive landscape analysis Representing Wayfair at various offsite events such as trade shows Competitive shopping analysis Report on performance trends and improvements Qualifications: Strong academic background in a Business or Technical related field Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills and a desire to make processes better Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Fluency in English and German (for most some roles) An entrepreneurial spirit and mindset Ability to multi-task, work in a team and thrive in a fast-paced environment Proficient with MS Office, especially MS Excel Enthusiastic, with proven ability to rapidly get up to speed with job knowledge And finally, our proposition to you! A competitive compensation package A company culture driven by pioneer thinking and talent that moves between departments and hierarchies Great mentors and career development opportunities through our learn@work program We contribute to your gym membership and offer free Yoga classes, as well as Wellness Weeks with massages, workshops and other exciting events Of course fresh fruits, snacks and drinks every day! Discounted lunch program We’re in the heart of the Berlin startup scene with space to encourage collaboration and teamwork Let’s not forget the chance to join the next global giant in e-commerce * Please specify in your application whether you are looking for an internship, working student, or entry-level position
Student and Graduate Opportunities (Berlin) Wayfair believes everyone should live in a home they love. Through technology and innovation, Wayfair makes it possible for shoppers to quickly and easily find exactly what they want from a selection of more than 10 million items across home furnishings, décor, home improvement, housewares and more. Committed to delighting its customers every step of the way, Wayfair is reinventing the way people shop for their homes - from product discovery to final delivery. Wayfair generated $5.7 billion in net revenue for the twelve months ended June 30, 2018. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts with operations throughout North America and Europe, the company employs more than 9,700 people. Wayfair is growing and committed to hiring analytical, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented graduates to become the next generation of leaders across the business. These individuals will demonstrate their leadership skills, quantitative mindset, and will execute strategic and cross-functional projects for their respective teams. We are looking for candidates for the following teams: Category Management Merchandising Business Intelligence Successful candidates will be placed into key functions across the business dependent on a combination of interest, skills and experience. Below is a list of our business areas and opportunities: Category Management We currently operate in Germany and the UK and aim to offer an unparalleled selection of great value products for the home, paired with excellent customer experience. Each Category Management team is responsible for a specific vertical (e.g., lighting, décor, bedding, kitchen), knowing the respective market / industry, and maintaining relationships with suppliers. By working with key suppliers on a daily basis, the team’s ultimate objective is to grow the category by expanding the selection on our website, aligning promotions and operations, merchandising, and marketing activities with the respective teams, and ensuring price competitiveness throughout the catalogue. Cross-functional collaboration is key in this role, since the category management teams are in daily contact with internal teams to advance the aforementioned business drivers. Requirement: German Speaker Merchandising The merchandising department is responsible for the creation and maintenance of our product catalogs. We add tens of thousands of new products each month, both for limited-time events and for ongoing product selection. We also continually improve the catalog – fixing issues and increasing the content to improve customer experience in a joint effort with our suppliers. Our goal is to provide inspirational and engaging content to drive customer engagement and increase conversion. We also understand where the customer is shopping on site – where they are most / least engaged through the funnel, and we create customized landing pages based on an analytical approach, supported by new merchandising tools. Requirement: German Speaker Business Intelligence Wayfair Analytics is the engine that powers an enterprise obsessed with data. Leveraging the largest data set for products sold in the Home space, this team treats data as an asset and determines how to maximize its business value and extend our competitive advantage. Business Intelligence Analysts at Wayfair are strong in quantitative analysis, enjoy coding but also want to balance that with their interest in business. They think critically to tackle complex challenges, thrive in a fast-paced environment and are seeking a high-growth opportunity where they will have an immediate impact on day one. There are significant opportunities for new team members to emerge as leaders, taking on additional projects and responsibilities with strong performance. Requirement: Coursework or experience with SQL or other structured programming language(s) (e.g. Python, Java, C); Experience with Excel Detailed responsibilities will vary by team; however typical responsibilities include: Managing communication with internal and external stakeholders Targeting opportunity areas and recommending solutions to drive results Using creative strategy and data to communicate efficiently Analyzing high level business trends to improve conversion on site Identify new, profitable opportunities for targeting and segmentation Driving negotiations Collaborating frequently with other Wayfair departments Researching categories and vendors to build out selection Running competitive landscape analysis Representing Wayfair at various offsite events such as trade shows Competitive shopping analysis Report on performance trends and improvements Qualifications: Strong academic background in a Business or Technical related field Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills and a desire to make processes better Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Fluency in English and German (for most some roles) An entrepreneurial spirit and mindset Ability to multi-task, work in a team and thrive in a fast-paced environment Proficient with MS Office, especially MS Excel Enthusiastic, with proven ability to rapidly get up to speed with job knowledge And finally, our proposition to you! A competitive compensation package A company culture driven by pioneer thinking and talent that moves between departments and hierarchies Great mentors and career development opportunities through our learn@work program We contribute to your gym membership and offer free Yoga classes, as well as Wellness Weeks with massages, workshops and other exciting events Of course fresh fruits, snacks and drinks every day! Discounted lunch program We’re in the heart of the Berlin startup scene with space to encourage collaboration and teamwork Let’s not forget the chance to join the next global giant in e-commerce * Please specify in your application whether you are looking for an internship, working student, or entry-level position
Wayfair
Berlin, Germany
Talent Acquisition at Wayfair is strategic to the company’s overall success and our team is charged with finding, attracting, and hiring talent into all parts of the company against a high bar for performance, potential, and culture-fit. If you are passionate about recruiting, combine strategic thinking with scrappy start-up execution, have a high standard for excellence, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then Wayfair is for you! Wayfair is looking for a recruiter who has proven skills recruiting in a company in a high growth phase and who is comfortable managing a high requisition load across multiple hiring managers and requisitions. An excellent benefits package is on offer for this role including an attractive base salary, annual bonus, equity and local market benefits package. We offer an exciting and challenging environment with strong career progression opportunities working in stunning purpose built offices in the heart of Kreuzberg. Responsibilities: Act as partner, consultant, and advisor to senior management by developing and executing strategies to recruit software, database, systems and platform engineering talent in a highly competitive market Source candidates from online sources, social networking, employee referrals, and networking events Offer insight, best practices, and interview preparation to both candidates & hiring managers Guide candidates and hiring managers through recruiting process, including pre-qualifying & interviewing candidates, and driving the offer & negotiation process Ensure an impressive candidate experience through thorough communication & timely feedback, as well as interviewer preparedness and effective interview format Requirements: University degree in a relevant field Sufficient experience recruiting technology and product talent for high-growth companies. Agency or executive search recruiters looking to transition to corporate environment are encouraged to apply Proven success delivering recruiting results in a fast-paced, demanding, high growth environment In-depth direct sourcing expertise utilizing a range of methods and sources Ability to drive recruiting campaigns and manage senior stakeholders effectively Strength in building trusted relationships with the business/clients at senior level Excellent verbal and written communication skills Fluent English language skills; fluency in German highly preferred And finally, our proposition to you: A competitive salary and bonus that come along with a unique work life balance A company culture driven by pioneer-thinking and talent that crosses departments and hierarchies Great mentors and career development opportunities through our learn@work program We contribute to your gym membership and offer free Yoga classes, as well as Wellness Weeks with massages, workshops and other exciting events Of course fresh fruits, snacks & drinks every day! We’rein the heart of the Berlin startup scene with lots of space to encourage collaboration and teamwork Let’s not forget the chance to join the next global giant in e-commerce
Talent Acquisition at Wayfair is strategic to the company’s overall success and our team is charged with finding, attracting, and hiring talent into all parts of the company against a high bar for performance, potential, and culture-fit. If you are passionate about recruiting, combine strategic thinking with scrappy start-up execution, have a high standard for excellence, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, then Wayfair is for you! Wayfair is looking for a recruiter who has proven skills recruiting in a company in a high growth phase and who is comfortable managing a high requisition load across multiple hiring managers and requisitions. An excellent benefits package is on offer for this role including an attractive base salary, annual bonus, equity and local market benefits package. We offer an exciting and challenging environment with strong career progression opportunities working in stunning purpose built offices in the heart of Kreuzberg. Responsibilities: Act as partner, consultant, and advisor to senior management by developing and executing strategies to recruit software, database, systems and platform engineering talent in a highly competitive market Source candidates from online sources, social networking, employee referrals, and networking events Offer insight, best practices, and interview preparation to both candidates & hiring managers Guide candidates and hiring managers through recruiting process, including pre-qualifying & interviewing candidates, and driving the offer & negotiation process Ensure an impressive candidate experience through thorough communication & timely feedback, as well as interviewer preparedness and effective interview format Requirements: University degree in a relevant field Sufficient experience recruiting technology and product talent for high-growth companies. Agency or executive search recruiters looking to transition to corporate environment are encouraged to apply Proven success delivering recruiting results in a fast-paced, demanding, high growth environment In-depth direct sourcing expertise utilizing a range of methods and sources Ability to drive recruiting campaigns and manage senior stakeholders effectively Strength in building trusted relationships with the business/clients at senior level Excellent verbal and written communication skills Fluent English language skills; fluency in German highly preferred And finally, our proposition to you: A competitive salary and bonus that come along with a unique work life balance A company culture driven by pioneer-thinking and talent that crosses departments and hierarchies Great mentors and career development opportunities through our learn@work program We contribute to your gym membership and offer free Yoga classes, as well as Wellness Weeks with massages, workshops and other exciting events Of course fresh fruits, snacks & drinks every day! We’rein the heart of the Berlin startup scene with lots of space to encourage collaboration and teamwork Let’s not forget the chance to join the next global giant in e-commerce
