Associate, Inventory Planner

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.

Inventory Forecasting and Planning

• Plan purchases based on forecast, current inventory levels, open purchase orders and production constraints ensuring inventory KPIs under control (on-time delivery, stock disruption and over stock).
• Analyze sales history, sales/market input and current orderbook to build an accurate buy forecast.
• Coordinate global deadlines and share buy information with global supply planning teams and all sourcing offices.
• Partner with sales teams to maximize business opportunities.
• Analyze shortage and excess inventory positions to order to guarantee maximum efficiency.
• Manage the required system settings (SAP, MRP, INFOR).
• Liaise with global supply planning and other region planning counterparts on monthly buy confirmation process, define shipments mode and evaluate best decision to ensure business profitability (duties, surcharges, top up, drops).
• Participate in weekly/monthly calls with the sourcing organization in Asia on outstanding issues and process improvements opportunities.
• Manage purchase orders creation coordinating product acquisition team within buy cycle confirmation (from dummy to regular POs).
• Support Inventory operations team by monitoring and tracking sales orders coverage.

Reporting and Analysis

• Conduct qualitative & quantitative analysis to highlight trends, opportunities, and performance relative to respective product collection, maximizing seasonal efficiency.
• Support brand order coverage and inventory level analysis.
• Responsible to track buy plan accuracy for assigned production collection; perform seasonal root cause analysis to identify learnings and apply to future seasons.
• Work with Global supply planning and other region counterparts on the definition of the ideal buy calendar to be applied for a season, maximizing phasing and opportunities for the region.
• Responsible for KPIs tracking and analysis in support of all needed corrective actions.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience with Forecasting and Planning activities.
• Very good communication skills in English.
• Strong knowledge of Excel; experience in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Experience using AI tools (e.g., generative AI solutions) to improve efficiency, collaboration, and business outcomes.
• Passion for working with numbers, analytical mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and efficiency while respecting deadlines.
• A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master’s degree in Economics, Management are required.

Benefits

• 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.
• Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks.
• Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity.

VF Corporation habille les consommateurs partout dans le monde grâce à son portefeuille diversifié de marques emblématiques de style de vie, notamment Vans®, The North Face® et Timberland®. Fondée en 1899, VF est l’une des plus importantes entreprises mondiales de vêtements, de chaussures et d’accessoires. Elle exerce ses activités de façon socialement et écologiquement responsable dans de nombreuses régions du monde, catégories de produits et canaux de distribution. VF s’engage à offrir des produits novateurs aux consommateurs et à créer une valeur durable pour ses clients et ses actionnaires. VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, and Timberland®. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders. Énoncé de vision de VF en matière de diversité VF s’engage à créer un environnement inclusif qui accueille et valorise les différences parmi tous ses associés, ses clients, ses fournisseurs et les collectivités où nous vivons et exerçons nos activités. Le succès et la croissance continus de VF sont renforcés par des initiatives qui favorisent la diversité à l’échelle mondiale. VF s’engage à offrir l’égalité des chances en matière d’emploi et à traiter ses associés et ses candidats sans discrimination fondée sur la race, la couleur, le sexe, l’âge, l’origine nationale, la religion, l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité ou l’expression de genre, l’état matrimonial, la citoyenneté, un handicap, le statut d’ancien combattant protégé, le statut VIH/sida ou tout autre motif protégé par la loi. VF s’engage à répondre aux divers besoins des personnes en situation de handicap dans des délais raisonnables, conformément aux principes d’autonomie, de dignité, d’intégration et d’égalité des chances. Pour ce faire, VF s’efforcera de cerner, de prévenir et d’éliminer les obstacles à l’accessibilité partout où cela est possible, tout en respectant les exigences en matière d’accessibilité prévues par l’ADA, la LAPHO (AODA) et toute autre réglementation provinciale, étatique ou locale applicable. VF s’engage à assurer l’accessibilité numérique, à se conformer aux Règles pour l’accessibilité des contenus Web (WCAG) 2.1, niveau AA, ainsi qu’aux normes de conception accessible de l’ADA et de la LAPHO (AODA), et à toute autre réglementation applicable. Si vous avez besoin d’une mesure d’adaptation ou si vous avez des questions concernant cet énoncé, veuillez transmettre votre demande à PeopleServices@vfc.com 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 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 basis. 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 PeopleServices@vfc.com.