The North Face is looking for an exceptional Associate Merchandiser to join our team based in Stabio, Switzerland.

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!   

The selected candidate will support the product process for the JD SMU Category to create best-in-class product and manage the Global product line through its full life cycle.

Working in close collaboration with the SMU Product Merchandising Manager on Product performance KPI’s (including sales and margin targets, product execution, and evaluation and implementation of new opportunities), as well as keeping track of and regularly updating all product related systems we are using.

How You Will Make a Difference:

Coordinate general product requests for example: market analysis, proto samples, product quality etc. for internal and external stakeholders

Assist in the realisation of seasonal product briefs as directed by the merchandisers

Support Merchandise Managers with day-to-day administration in managing the product line (lineplans, costing, forecasting, systems)

Assisting communication to the internal and external stakeholders on product, planning & market information

Obtain/collate/analyze sell in and sell through data from regions

Create seasonal sales analysis and ensure update reports are circulated to the teams

Provide support for department go-to-market presentations

Be a key contact for product design & development teams during the product development process

Assist with the European price synergy process and actively participate in any new European initiatives that may take place

Assist with adherence to seasonal critical path ensuring delivery of content at key seasonal milestones

Skills for Success

Degree in Product Management, Marketing, Economics, or equivalent experience in managing Product lifecycle

Experience in apparel environment with focus on performance/sportswear products

Experience in working with/in other European countries, across cultural boundaries

Fluency in English (both written and spoken)

Team player, with strong organizational and communication skills

Able to demonstrate analytical skills

Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint is essential

Expertise in Enovia PLM is ideal

Fashion conscious with a good understanding of product and the market

A confident, energetic and proactive person with a visible passion for the product, the Brand and the activities we build products for

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

A discount card with 50% on all VF brands

Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks

About VF

VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at http://vfc.com

Free to Be, Inclusion & Inclusion & Belonging

As an equal opportunity employer, 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.

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