We’re looking for an outstanding Associate Merchandiser (Temporary / Maternity Cover) to join our Napapijri Merchandising team in Stabio Switzerland.
Job Overview
As a member of the Merchandising team, you will plan, define and execute the merchandising product strategy for the brand to achieve short‑and long‑term sales & brand growth objectives. You will take part in the setup and development of supporting merchandising and sales tools, and work cross‑functional to understand and improve tools and processes.
Responsibilities
* Create, maintain, and manage style/colour creation in FLEX System based on line plan requirement.
* Update various systems according to milestone changes (tracking file, line list, Excel, digital workbooks, assortments, overviews, price architecture).
* Assist in creating and managing reports for the Merchandising team, including tracking success and failure of products on the marketplace and sell‑through.
* Help analyze competitor products, sales programs, and collateral to aid in product line decisions.
* Ensure critical gates and dates in the process are met and data/updates are coordinated and fulfilled timely per deadlines.
* Prepare and gather garments for meeting presentations.
* Product lifecycle management (master data governance, data check / clean up and Fedas code).
* Support product merchandising team with deck to create/update assortments.
* Coordinate and facilitate team maintaining clear organization in SharePoint.
* Suggest product merchandising with seasonal hoc analysis.
* Maintain business database for merchandising planning.
Qualifications
* Experience: 2+ years of product management with a minimum of 1 year in product management.
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Product Management or similar.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong desire to work in the Apparel Industry with an ability to identify trends with marked product sensibility.
* Strong sales‑oriented mindset and analytical skills.
* Advanced computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Keynote/PowerPoint, Illustrator and PLM system.
* Organizational ability to facilitate multi‑tasking in a fast‑paced environment.
* Fluent in English.
* Intermediate proficiency in Excel.
Benefits
* A supportive feedback‑based culture where respect and integrity guide us.
* An inclusive international environment with diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities.
* Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi‑brand, multi‑country 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.
EEO Statement
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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