Beschreibung : Merchandise Planner - The North Face. Unternehmen : The North Face. Lage : Stabio, TI

The North Face, a VF Company At The North Face we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore. We were born to Disrupt. We were born to Lead. The North Face was built on a love for the outdoors and the desire to enable all types of exploration, for all people, from their backyards to the Himalayas. Over the last 50 years we've lived by our "true north," the belief that exploration has the power to change us, to challenge us and to help us see the world from new perspectives. We pledge to empower exploration, protect the places where we live, play, and operate and evolve the way we make our products by improving our environmental performance and social responsibility in the supply chain. Let's Talk about the Role We are looking for an outstanding Merchandise planner to join the TNF EMEA Merchandising Team in Stabio, Switzerland. In this role you will act as the hub between Merchandising teams and other key cross-functional partners, eg. DTC, Sales Operations, Planning, Finance and Global Merchandise Planning. This role will be the driver of improvement in our data capabilities, product information accuracy, sales report analysis on bookings/performance, understanding marketplace capacity and alignment of multiple cross functional processes. Additionally, supporting the Merchandising function to achieve brand’s strategic, financial and distribution goals. What you will do:

• Act as point of reference for Merchandising in all operational projects/discussions with cross functional teams
• Main contact with the Global Merchandise Planning team
• Partner with Sales Operations/DTC for reporting – sell-in and sell-through
• Support EMEA Merchandising team and work with the different members of the team to continually identify areas of improvement for Merchandise Planning
• Become the Line List/Enovia/Flex “super user”
• Represent Merchandising Team in Master Data conversations and projects
• EMEA Merchandising Team calendar management
• Partner with Merchandising Director and Merchandise Leads to develop seasonal revenue/margin targets by category that align with financial and brand strategies
• Help the Merchandising Team in developing analytical framework to be used to inform strategic assortment strategies
• Provide overall SKU count guidance to Merchandising Team using analysis of historical trend, market opportunities and other quantitative analysis
• Report on SKU count and conduct SKU rationalization exercises
• Partner with Demand Planning, ensuring forecasts are connected to strategic focuses
• Connect with Sales Operation to ensure proper product segmentation is reflected into the sales tools
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis in support of Merchandising Team

What you need to succeed:

• Educational/Position Requirements: Financial, Statistical or Business Bachelor’s degree
• Fluent English (both written and spoke) and comfortable to present in English
• Software Applications: Microsoft Office – very strong Excel required
• Professional experience in merchandise planning, forecasting or buying
• Experience in retail & sales analysis
• Passion for The North Face and the lifestyle it represents
• Passion for product
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to identify business opportunities
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate analysis to broad audience
• Collaborative attitude and good communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
• IT Systems savvy (any knowledge of Cognos, Flex PLM and Enovia is a plus)
• Able to manage responsibilities & tasks without direction
• Must be flexible and adaptive to change

What's in it For You We're in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we're the total package.

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
• Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
• On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
• Discount of 50% on all VF brands

This post is not eligible for relocation support. Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike. If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you! VF Corporation is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland® and Dickies®. VF's purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. VF believes that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive here too. For more information, please visit vfc.com. R-20230406-0028