Assistant Merchandiser Intern

Vans; Kreis Stabio; Hybrid; CHF 19.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working policy

50% discount on VF brands

On site gym

Subsidized canteen

Shuttle bus / transport discount

Inclusion & Belonging

Zusammenfassung

VF in Stabio, Switzerland, offers a 12‑month Global Women Merchandising Internship within the VF EMEA Internship Program. You will support the Timberland Global Women Apparel Team across product creation, collection presentation, sales analysis and merchandising reporting, gaining hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, brand‑led business.

You will work hybrid, benefit from 50% brand discounts, an on‑site gym and other wellbeing perks, and build cross‑functional collaboration skills while

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong passion for fashion, product and consumer insights.
• Precise, detail-oriented mindset with cross-functional collaboration.

Aufgaben

• Support Global Women Apparel Team in product creation and seasonal merchandising.
• Maintain accurate product information across systems and reports.
• Analyze sales performance and market trends to identify opportunities.
• Contribute to seasonal line plans, sell-in tools and merchandising reports.
• Coordinate with Merchandising, Design, Product Development, Marketing and others to stay aligned on GTM milestones.
• Own ad-hoc projects to grow autonomy and team spirit.

Kenntnisse

Fashion merchandising

Sales analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail-oriented

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Fashion Business or similar field

Tools

PLM/Enovia

Excel

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

About VF

About VF VF is home to brands such as The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®: brands that are part of people’s everyday lives. As an intern, you will see how a global, brand-led business works from the inside, contribute to meaningful projects and learn alongside international teams. Learn more at http://vfc.com.

Key Information

• Start date: February 1st, 2027
• Duration: 12 months, full-time
• Gross monthly salary: 1’850 CHF
• Location: VF EMEA Headquarters in Stabio, Switzerland
• Streamlined recruitment process: 3 interviews (Recruiter, Hiring Manager, potential Business Case)

Eligibility Requirements

• You must be graduating after November 1st, 2026 OR you must have a student status as of February 1st, 2027
• You must hold EU or EEA (European Economic Area) citizenship

Let’s talk about the role!

Are you curious about product, fashion and how global collections come to life? Timberland is looking for an Assistant Merchandiser Intern to join the Global Women Merchandising Team in Stabio, Switzerland. As Assistant Merchandiser Intern, you will support the Timberland Global Women Apparel Team across product creation, collection presentation, sales analysis and merchandising reporting, contributing to decisions shaped by consumer needs, market insights and seasonal priorities.

How you’ll make a difference

• Support the Global Women Apparel Team in product creation, collection presentation and seasonal merchandising activities.
• Maintain accurate product information in merchandising systems, including PLM/Enovia data entry, pricing, SCO management and product attributes.
• Analyze sales performance, market insights and consumer trends to identify bestsellers, slow movers and commercial opportunities.
• Contribute to seasonal line plans, sell‑in tools, product presentations and merchandising reports.
• Coordinate cross‑functional activities with Merchandising, Design, Product Development, Footwear, Accessories and Marketing teams to keep stakeholders aligned on GTM calendar milestones and next steps.
• Take ownership of ad‑hoc projects to build autonomy, strengthen project management skills and contribute to team spirit.

Skills that will make you succeed

• A strong passion for fashion, product and the clothing industry, with curiosity for consumer needs and store visual merchandising.
• The ability to analyze quantitative sales data and qualitative market feedback to identify trends, opportunities and consumer insights.
• A precise and detail‑oriented mindset, with the ability to manage product information accurately across systems and reports.
• The capability to summarize product briefs, recap key product features and support product development conversations.
• Strong organizational skills and a proactive team‑player attitude, helping different stakeholders stay aligned throughout the seasonal calendar.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Fashion Business or similar field is preferred.

What’s in it for you

At the end of the Internship period, you can expect to have a clear understanding of the below:

• How a global merchandising team builds, presents and manages a seasonal women’s apparel collection.
• How product data, sales performance, consumer insights and market feedback support assortment decisions.
• How cross‑functional collaboration between Merchandising, Design, Product Development, Marketing, Footwear and Accessories contributes to the Go‑To‑Market process.
• How to create and maintain sell‑in tools, product presentations and merchandising reports for internal and external stakeholders.

The VF EMEA Internship Program is a 12‑month journey designed to develop and empower emerging talents at the start of their careers. We are committed to unleashing your potential, so you can expect a structured learning path and rich hands‑on experience, including:

• Dedicated skill‑building workshops & internal consulting group project
• One day of work in‑store gaining real insights about our brands
• Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership

We cannot grant that the internship will lead you to a contract afterwards, but thanks to the value of the experience most of our interns are staying in the company after the internship period.

Since we want you to focus on what matters, we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well‑being. You will enjoy:

• Hybrid working policy
• 50% discount on VF brands
• On site gym, offering health and well‑being initiatives
• Subsidized canteen, as well as break out areas offering complimentary drinks
• Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport, depending on your location
• Free to Be, 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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