Product Merchandising DTC Intern

Vans; Kreis Stabio; Vor Ort; CHF 20.000 - 23.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working policy

50% discount on VF brands

On site gym and well-being initiatives

Subsidized canteen and break out areas

Shuttle bus / transport discounts

Zusammenfassung

VF is offering a 12‑month Product Merchandising DTC Intern role for The North Face at our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland. Start date is February 1, 2027, full‑time, with a gross monthly salary of 1,850 CHF.

As a Product Merchandiser Intern you will translate market insights into compelling assortments for our DTC channel, collaborating across functions to place the right product in the right place. You will gain hands‑on experience with seasonal planning, consumer insights, and cross‑functional

Qualifikationen

• Graduating after Nov 1, 2026 or student status as of Feb 1, 2027.
• EU or EEA citizenship.
• Interest in fashion, retail, or product creation.
• Ability to translate insights into assortments for DTC.

Aufgaben

• Support DTC assortment building for Full Price channel for apparel & hardgoods.
• Analyze consumer insights, sales performance, and market trends for FW/SS Europe.
• Coordinate go-to-market timelines and tools for cross-functional alignment.
• Monitor in-season product performance and suggest actions to optimize sell-through and margin.
• Assist in visual line reviews and product presentations.

Kenntnisse

Numerical analysis

Attention to detail

Team player

Cross-functional collaboration

Fashion/retail interest

Data storytelling

Tools

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Your future starts with a move. Make it with the #VFInternshipProgram at our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as Product Merchandising DTC Intern for The North Face. At VF, shaping futures that move you means learning by doing, contributing to real projects and discovering the impact you can make. So, Make Your Move: bring your curiosity, ask questions and start shaping the next step of your journey.

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!

As a Product Merchandiser you will support the end-to-end product lifecycle by translating market insights into compelling assortments for our DTC channel that drive sales and brand growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time, maximizing customer impact and business performance.

How you will make a difference

• Support the DTC assortment building for the Full Price channel for apparel & hardgoods
• Support the DTC SMU line planning process by analysing consumer insights, sales performance, and market trends to inform the FW/SS assortment strategy for Europe.
• Coordinate the go-to-market process by managing timelines and tools to ensure seamless cross-functional alignment.
• Monitor in-season product performance to identify risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to optimize sell-through and margin.
• Contribute to visual line reviews and product presentations by supporting the preparation of compelling tools.

Skills that will make you succeed

• The ability to work with numbers and draw simple conclusions to support product decisions.
• The capability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• A team player.
• Working x functionally is essential as a assistant product merchandiser.
• An understanding of what makes a product appealing to consumers, especially in the European market.
• Eye for detail to ensure accuracy across the tools & PLM systems
• A basic knowledge of Excel or similar tools to help with data and product tracking.
• A keen interest in fashion, retail, or product creation, and a desire to grow in this field.
• A positive, can-do attitude, and a willingness to support the team wherever needed.

What’s in it for you

In this internship, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in how seasonal assortments are built and brought to life across the European market.

You’ll work closely with experienced merchandisers, gaining exposure to product strategy, consumer insights, and cross‑functional collaboration.

By joining our team, you will:

• Learn how to build and manage a seasonal product line, from concept to market launch.
• Gain exposure to real‑time business decisions, using data to support product and commercial strategies.
• Understand the role of merchandising within a global brand, and how it connects with marketing, sales, and product teams.
• Develop your analytical and storytelling skills, turning numbers into product narratives.
• Build a strong professional network, with opportunities to connect across teams, functions, and brands.
• Receive mentorship and training, helping you grow your confidence and capabilities in a dynamic, international environment.

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.

What move will shape your future?

What move will shape your future?

The North Face®

With 40 years in the outdoor industry, The North Face® is the premier supplier of authentic, innovative and technologically advanced exploration apparel, footwear, equipment and accessories. We look for employees who help us stay on the cutting edge with their creativity and innovation. If this sounds like you, take a look through our open opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

VF Diversity Vision Statement

VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity, and will do so by striving to identify, prevent and remove barriers to accessibility wherever possible as well as by meeting the accessibility requirements under the ADA, AODA, and other applicable state, local or provincial regulations. VF is committed to digital accessibility, and to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA and complying with the ADA and AODA Standards for Accessible Design, and other applicable regulations. If you need an accommodation or have any questions regarding this statement, please send your request to [e-mail].