Buying Dtc Intern - Vans Emea

Beschreibung

VANS EMEA is looking for an exceptional Buying Trainee Ecom & Retail to join our Direct To Consumer Buying Team team based in Stabio, Switzerland.

Vans® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture.

By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do.

Let’s Talk about the Role

You as Buying Trainee will play a key role in supporting the DTC Buying team in the daily operational needs, working in collaboration with the Assistant Buyer & Buyer to help build; balanced, commercial and innovative product ranges in-line wit h channel requirements

You will learn about key areas of buying such as the delivery of departmental strategies, identifying risks and opportunities to drive profitability and increase market share whilst supporting the needs of the consumer and meeting Brand objectives.

How You Will Make a Difference

You will achieve this by:

Administrative Support:

Supporting the Maintenance of the buy plans to ensure accurate and timely input

Responsible for seasonal order uploads, order maintenance, creates purchase orders, reports and provides feedback on the order revisions to B&P team

Ensuring that all product line lists and product sheets are correctly maintained in line with departmental critical path and deadlines

Managing the co-ordination of seasonal samples and necessary information to enable seasonal meetings to run efficiently and make sure deadlines are met.

Ensuring sample availability for marketing, on-line, photography etc

Supporting the buyer in the preparation of seasonal product flows in line with departmental sign off

Market Knowledge:

Developing understanding of the Skate market, suppliers, brands and competitors

Tracking competitor activity in store and online documenting ranging, pricing, promotions etc

Assisting the Buyer with the delivery of analysis and preparation of future product strategies

Trading:

Supporting Assistant Buyer on reporting fast and slow sellers, informing the team to ensure timely in-season trading decisions

Cross Functional:

Collaborate with cross functional partners in the pre-season and in-season business process. These partners include eCommerce/Retail Merchants, Site Experience, Site Marketing, Site Analytics, Site Personalization, EMEA Marketing and Creative Services, EMEA Merchandising and Product Teams

Working cross functionally with Stores teams, Marketing, Visual Merchandising and Operations, to ensure they have the tools to understand and support the assortment strategy and presentation of product

Skills for Success

You should be able to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to meet deadlines, with:

Student status of having graduated in 2022 is required

A familiarity with consumer needs, market trends, budgets, policies and procedures. Decision making, planning and commercial acumen

A strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, above all Excel. Strong business and financial analysis skills as well as retail math knowledge

You Should be versatile, proactive, organised, motivated, able to multitask and good at planning

Language skills: fluent in English. Other languages will be considered as a plus

No previous buying experience required for the role; store experience is advantageous

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 vfc.com

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

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!

Please submit your application in English.