COMPLETE Digital Merchandise Coordinator (Timberland EMEA) - EMEA > CHE > Stabio > VF Campus VF1

Timberland EMEA is looking for an exceptional Digital Merchandise Coordinator to join our eCommerce team based in Stabio, Switzerland.

Founded in 1973, Timberland® is a global outdoor lifestyle brand. Best known for its original yellow boot designed for the harsh elements of New England, Timberland today offers a full range of footwear, apparel and accessories for people who value purposeful style and share the brand’s passion for enjoying - and protecting - nature.   

At the heart of the Timberland brand is the core belief that a greener future is a better future.  This comes to life through a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and strengthen communities around the world.   

Let’s Talk about the Role

The Digital Merchandise Coordinator is responsible for the end-to-end catalogue onboarding and product data management across all the TIMBERLAND EMEA websites, both for Ecommerce and Marketplaces (Zalando, About You, etc.). He/She will make sure that product data and content online is accurate and will cover operational duties such as: product attributes amendments, re-pricing, discounts uploads, site maintenance activities, seasonal retagging, etc. He/She will be in touch with different stakeholders to build a strong and close collaboration with all the relevant counterparts/stakeholders within the organization to enable fast and smooth product onboarding flow and maximise the sales window of inventory.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Owning and coordinating the onboarding process for digital catalogues covering images & copies streams, managing the complete article lifecycle from bringing the articles online to ensuring they are taken offline (or retagged/re-categorized) after the season end.
• Owning and coordinating seasonal and ad hoc catalogue building and uploading, both regular and late add in the assortment line.
• Manage seasonal databases and files, improving existing processes, tools, reporting and implement new ones in support of the day-to-day business.
• Manage product data verification processes as it relates to the product online (both for Ecom and Marketplaces) – correct categorization across all locales, correct imagery, product descriptions, product attributes, categories/links, publication dates, stock availability and other product details.
• Coordinate product launches & seasonal marketing launches online (both for Ecom and Marketplaces).
• Supporting with site maintenance activities cooperating with cross-functional team to reach shared goals: bug reporting, onsite search optimization, categorization, taxonomy, and filtering structure.
• Support in weekly reporting activities: Merch & Site analysis and Catalogues launch update status to measure customer behaviour and make data driven decisions with effectiveness of content.

Skills for Success

• Analytical and commercial mindset, great attention to details and organization skills.
• A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master’s degree in Business Management or Economics are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
• Experience: 1-3 year’s work experience, preferably within a Retail or eCom team. Previous work in multicultural teams would be a plus.
• Language skills: Fluent in English. Any other language would be a plus.
• Excellent usage of Excel and MS office proficiency, familiar with BI systems is a plus (IBM Cognos, SAP Business Objects).
• Strong organizational and communication skills with proactive attitude.
• Excellent ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritize, and multi-task
• Curious, humble, eager to learn, adaptable to changes.
• Passion for Timberland and the lifestyle it represents.

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

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
• Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks

This post is not eligible for relocation support.

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity 

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, 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.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

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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