Digital Trading Excellence Intern – Internship Program
Publication date:
22 October 2024Workload:
100%- Place of work:EMEA > CHE > Stabio > VF Campus VF1
Be a dreamer, make the difference! Join #VFInternship in our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as Trading Excellence Intern for VF Corporation.
VF EMEA Internship Program is a 12-month journey aim to develop and boost future talents on their early career path. As we are in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy, and commitment of our people, you can expect a dedicated and structured learning path and hands-on experience.
ABOUT VF
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 unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling.
KEY INFORMATION
- Start date: April 1st 2025.
- For the first 6 months your salary will be 1600chf/month, while for the following 6 months it is 1900chf/month.
- We cannot grant that internship will lead you to the permanent position, but thanks to the effective training ~70% of interns are staying in the company after the internship period!
Eligibility Requirements (must have):
- You have a student status in April 2025 OR graduated in or after February-March 2025
- You have an EU or EEA (European Economic Area) valid passport
YOUR INTERNSHIP ROLE
We are looking for a Digital Trading Intern highly driven to join VF EMEA Internship Program.
In this role, you will support in-season trading activities on digital Direct To Consumer (DTC) models across multiple brands by:
- Supporting the collection & validation of digital sell-out data.
- In collaboration with the Digital Trading Team, providing analytical support and guidance to brands’ trading functions (replenishment, pricing, promotions, end of season stock management, trade reporting).
- Supporting the optimization of digital allocation & inventory management by automatizing and scaling recurring trading activities.
- Collaborating with brands and digital accounts to coordinate, maintain and leverage promotions & campaign calendars.
- Being the reference point for ad hoc analysis and documents update when required by the business to drive discussions and decision-making activities.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
You will add value by helping brands achieve trading excellence in digital DTC models and will develop:
- Agility: by working across multiple brands and channels.
- Analytical skills: by managing a variety of performance data reports.
- A strong understanding of the business: by being exposed to VF-wide trading processes and initiatives.
- Communication skills: by working with a high number of teams on a daily basic
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Skills that will make you succeed:
- You are fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- You have curious mindset with passion for working with people
- You are eager to learn and face up new challenges
- You show initiative and strong drive to achieve yours and your team goals
- First experience such as other internships, extracurricular activities, is considered as a plus
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Tailored 12-month development path, with leadership talks, career orientation, training on critical skills and group team work
- An inclusive environment with a thriving interns’ community with people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities who love working together
- A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do.
- Access to the gym and subsidized canteen in the office
- Up to 50% discounts on our brands
- Shuttle bus to the office or discount to public transport (dependent on your location)
ARE YOU IN? Apply now – early application increases your chances!
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