Timberland EMEA is looking for an exceptional Women and Kids Footwear Product Merchandiser to join our merchandising team based in Stabio, Switzerland.
Founded in 1973, Timberland® is a global outdoor lifestyle brand. Best known for its original yellow boot designed for the harsh elements of New England, Timberland today offers a full range of footwear, apparel and accessories for people who value purposeful style and share the brand's passion for enjoying - and protecting - nature.
At the heart of the Timberland brand is the core belief that a greener future is a better future. This comes to life through a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and strengthen communities around the world.
Let's Talk about the Role
You as Product Merchandiser are responsible for driving and implement the Women's Footwear and Kids category vision & strategy.
You will be responsible for working with your cross functional partners across the integrated marketplace, creating compelling seasonal product assortments with the consumer at the center, as well as supporting segmentation and distribution developments needs in EMEA.
How You Will Make a Difference
You will achieve this by:

Seasonal hind sighting and assortment analytics
Market place visits and meeting with strategic key accounts
Competitors watch
Collaborating with global merch and other regions, briefing and providing feedback at each line review milestones
Forecasting, Pricing and margin analysis
Marketplace segmentation strategy development and execution
Supporting Sales and Marketing with educational tools and product presentations
Supporting Channel-specific commercial needs and drive SMUs

Skills for Success
You should be very well organized and a great communicator, with:

The ability to listen, communicate and partner up with different business actors
The capability to use Excel and analyze sales reports
An understanding of the Timberland consumer and the market place
An expertise in Women's and Kids footwear business
A keen interest in Kids apparel business is a plus

A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master's degree in Business administration are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
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

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!

Timberland, a VF Company

Product Merchandiser, Women FTW and Kids (Timberland EMEA)