Jr. Merchandiser Backpacks
VF Corporation
**Packs EMEA** is looking for an exceptional **Jr Merchandiser** to join our **Product** team based in **Antwerp, Belgium** .
**Let’s talk about the role!**
Your role is to build assortments and collection plans in line with the brands global strategy by obtaining a deep understanding of the market situation, needs and product performance. You translate the results of these analyses into a seasonal Merchandising Plan with strong guidance towards our Product Development team for them to translate this briefing into a physical product offer. You will partner closely with Merchandising, Design & Development teams. You will be dedicated to special projects and development of collections for VF brands.
**How You Will Make a Difference**
You will achieve this by:
+ Staying informed on what is selling of each channel and category and regularly download the business performance to the wider teams.
+ Developing a complete understanding of consumer trends and markets/competition including their pricing strategies.
+ Supporting in driving best in class profitable assortments, driven by marketplace reality and business opportunities and in line with the brand vision.
+ Building and maintaining seasonal assortments and proposing efficient SKU allocation by conducting in depth productivity analyses to fulfil business targets and anticipate trends.
+ Contributing to the line development and collaborating with the Merchandising, Design & Development teams to align on the seasonal direction, collection briefings/box line plans.
+ Control margin performance, FOB evolution, set price points and manage the pricing strategy accordingly
+ Accountable for updating and accuracy at all time of the different systems (Grid, line lists, Analyses, PLM). Building and maintaining line plans and tools for assortment planning and KPI tracking.
+ Sales tools: Samples management and the development of product presentations and tools.
**Skills for Success**
+ A few years experience in Merchandising, Sales, Product Management, Merchandising planning ideally (including internships / master programs or entry level roles).
+ Understanding of Excel and has strong detail orientation and thoroughness
+ Is passionate about product innovation and deeply consumer-focused.
+ Being a true team player that champions new way of workings
+ Demonstrates flexibility and initiative
+ Open minded and positive energy
+ Strong communication skills – includes presentation, influencing and negotiation skills
+ Fluent English (both written and spoken)
**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
**This post is not eligible for relocation support**
**About VF**
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
**Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity**
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! Apply, visit vfc.com , Eastpak.com or follow us on our LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/eastpak-corp/?originalSubdomain=it) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/eastpak/?hl=en) pages, see you there!
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