Allocator Intern
vfc
📍 emea che stabio vf campus vf1 switzerland🕐 6d ago🔗 workday
Job Description
**Your future starts with a move. Make it with the #VFInternshipProgram at our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as Allocator Intern for The North Face.**
At VF, **shaping futures that move you** means learning by doing, contributing to real projects and discovering the impact you can make. So, **Make Your Move**: bring your curiosity, ask questions and start shaping the next step of your journey.
**About VF**
VF is home to brands such as The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®: brands that are part of people’s everyday lives. As an intern, you will see how a global, brand-led business works from the inside, contribute to meaningful projects and learn alongside international teams. Learn more at [http://vfc.com](http://vfc.com/).
**Key information**
* Start date: **February 1st, 2027**
* Duration: **12 months**, **full-time**
* Gross monthly salary: **1’850 CHF**
* Location: **VF EMEA Headquarters** in **Stabio, Switzerland**
* Streamlined recruitment process: **3 interviews** (Recruiter, Hiring Manager, potential Business Case)
**Eligibility requirements**
* You must be graduating after November 1st, 2026 OR you must have a student status as of February 1st, 2027
* You must hold EU or EEA (European Economic Area) citizenship
**Let’s talk about the role!**
As an Allocator Intern for Full Price Stores, you will support the allocation team in optimizing product distribution across our Full Price Stores European locations. You will gain hands-on experience in inventory management, sales analysis, and allocation strategies tailored to the unique dynamics of full-price retailing.
You will learn fundamentals of retail allocation, inventory management, order processing and understanding of broader supply chain process.
You will get understanding of how full-price retail differs from outlet retail in terms of product lifecycle and customer behavior.
**How you'll make a difference**
Get ready to make an impact! Here’s what you’ll be responsible for joining our team as an Allocator:
* Assist in the allocation of merchandise to Full Price Stores based on sales trends, inventory levels, and store capacity.
* Monitor stock levels and identify opportunities for replenishment or transfers to maximize sales and minimize markdowns.
* Analyze sales and inventory data to support allocation decisions and identify underperforming or overstocked items.
* Collaborate with stores, planning, buying, and store operations teams to ensure timely and accurate product flow.
**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 have strong analytical and numerical skills.
* You show initiative, you are eager to learn and face up new challenges.
* Experience in store environment is considered as a plus.
We are looking for someone who has demonstrated:
* A keen interest in retail and outlet business models.
* The ability to analyze and interpret sales and inventory data.
* The capability to work with Excel and data tools (e.g., pivot tables, lookups).
* A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
* An understanding of basic retail, supply chain or merchandising principles.
**What’s in it For You**
You will gain exposure to replenishment systems and tools, understand the dynamics of retailing and product lifecycle and work closely with experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.
* Practical Experience: Hands-on experience in store inventory management, analysing sales performance and demand forecasting, order processing and understanding of broader supply chain process (from DC to store).
* Skill Development: Develop essential skills such as data analysis, problem-solving, and proficiency with excel.
* Networking: Build professional relationships within the company and the industry, which can be valuable for your future career.
The **VF EMEA Internship Program** is a 12-month journey designed to **develop and empower emerging talents** at the start of their careers. We are committed to unleashing your potential, so you can expect a **structured learning path** and **rich hands-on experience**, including:
* Dedicated skill-building workshops & internal consulting group project
* One day of work in-store gaining real insights about our brands
* Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership
We cannot grant that the internship will lead you to a contract afterwards, but thanks to the value of the experience **most of our interns are staying in the company** after the internship period.
Since we want you to focus on what matters, we offer **comprehensive** **benefits** that encourage mental, physical, and financial well-being. You will enjoy:
* Hybrid working policy
* 50% discount on VF brands
* On site gym, offering health and well-being initiatives
* Subsidized canteen, as well as break out areas offering complimentary drinks
* Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport, depending on your location
**Free to Be, Inclusion & Belonging**
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.
**What move will shape your future?** Apply now and start building it through real projects, international teams and the impact only you can bring.
**#MakeYourMove**
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