Product Merchandiser (Napapijri)

We’re looking for an outstanding Product Merchandiser to join our Napapijri Merchandising Men Apparel team in Stabio (CH). 

Let’s Talk about the Role
As Merchandising team, it is our mission to plan, define and execute the merchandising product strategy for the brand to achieve short- and long-term sales & brand growth objectives. You are taking part in the set up and development of supporting merchandising and sales tools. You love working cross functional to understand and improve tools and processes.

How You Will Make a Difference

In this role, you will work with Apparel Men team to coordinate data and information to determine new product and consumer needs, price points, strategic developments, to analyze and understanding of the market situation, product performances and producing the merchandising plan.

Primary accountabilities:

• Line plan creation according to seasonal TGT, collection strategy and market needs ensuring good balance between carry over and newness
• Build a solid and reliable price architecture monitoring GM% by product and costing across seasons
• Collect quantitative and qualitative data to support the Merchandising Manager’s analysis
• Understand the needs of the target consumers and competitive environment by desk research and occasional field visits
• Continuous follow up of the sales forecasts and performance of each product, channel and category to provide data to the Merchandising Manager’s
• Understand the product life cycle and SKU efficiency and support the management of this under the direction of the Merchandising Manager
• Accountable for the line list build up, by style, colour and maintain the data accuracy
• Support the process of seasonal sales-men sample order from selection up to market allocation
• Maintain a close collaboration with the Design and Development team to confirm accuracy of the projects as well as provide further info when needed
• Ensure that the brand Marketing team has the requested content
• Ensure a constant evaluation of launched items by seeking market feedback and product performance check within directive set by Product Merchandising Managers
• Establish a close collaboration with sales team and agents to get feedback and insights
• Maintain and update the line plan and FLEX system
• Support Product Line meetings as needed
• Maintain the price architectures/ competitors analysis and milestones PPT always updated and ready for presentations

Skills for Success

• A few years Merchandising experience in Fashion/ Apparel industry
• Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Business Management, Economics, Product Management or similar
• Strong analytical and verbal and written communication skills.
• Fashion lover able to identify and foresee trends with marked product sensibility.
• Strongly Sales-oriented mindset and analytical skills.
• Understands and embraces industry, consumer, and culture, on global level.
• Advanced computer literacy and facility with Microsoft Office, Excel, Keynote/Power Point, Illustrator and FLEX system.
• Organizational ability to facilitate multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a cooperative team environment that promotes high performance standards and attainment of goals.
• Resourceful, hands-on, and able to sense urgency.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English.

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 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 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.

If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!

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