VANS EMEA is looking for an exceptional Associate, Inventory Planner to join our Marketplace Demand and Inventory Planning team based in Stabio, Switzerland.
Vans® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture.
By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do.
You, as Associate Planner, will be responsible for building sound and accurate buy forecast, planning purchases balancing supply to demand in such a way that maximizes product availability while keeping inventory levels under control and liaising with other departments to continuously support the business.
Inventory Forecasting and Planning
Reporting and Analysis
In order to effectively manage these deliverables, you need:
A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master’s degree in Economics, Management are required.
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.
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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Vans is a globally iconic skate brand, forever rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends, and we are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts. At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by five values:
1.Effortless Authenticity: We embrace those who are unapologetically themselves.
2.Radical Creativity: Creativity remains key to everything we do.
3.Unconventional Community: We are inclusive and connected to our consumers, our communities and each other.
4.Relentless Passion: We listen to our people, our athletes and our consumers.
5.Playful Irreverence: We see through the eyes of youth and celebrate the underdog spirit, so we never take ourselves too seriously.
VF Corporation
VF Corporation is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland® and Dickies®. Our purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. We believe that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins us at VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive.
