Digital Sales Rep (Vans EMEA)

VANS EMEA is looking for an exceptional Digital Sales Rep to join our Marketplace 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.  

Let’s Talk about the Role

To become a core member of the Marketplace Team for Vans EMEA, within the newly created Digital Self-Service sales channel Team, with specific responsibility for the commercial development of this new business model (i.e. B2B and Self-service portal for an E2E order management experience) the remit has mainly two elements:

Commercial  and sales development, directed to the achievement of specific sales targets and objectives agreed by the Company and the successful implementation of Brand’s plan for the channel aligned with performance KPIs and OGSTM.

Operating model optimization and excellence execution: to be the connector between Brand HQ and the digital self-service account base, with the aim of translating commercial needs into tools/processes re-calibration to grant best in class customer experience.

How You Will Make a Difference

You Will Achieve This By:

Leverage digital sales tools and initiatives to maximize and accelerate adoption, active usage and foster a self-service mindset within the existing (and new) customer base.

• Operating models assessment and tools optimization: Improve internal efficiency proposing changes to the process to ensure digital self-service tools are always aligned to the business need and best in class vs. competitors by leveraging Multi-Channel Operations and its Digital Sales Tools Team.
• Collaborate x-functionally to define product assortments and order proposals in coordination with Merchandising in full alignment with product segmentation and distribution guidelines.
• The effective and commercially successful management of the specified business channel critically achieving key financial targets set on an annual and seasonal basis, for the selected set of accounts.
• The development of a meaningful and achievable business plan for the channel, with the aim of maximizing revenue and efficiency. The plan will drive the business development of the channel and will be reviewed on a regular basis by management to ensure a healthy balance between revenue and efficiency is always at the center.
• Ensure timely receipt and entry of all pre-season orders to aid the buying process and maximize the Company’s delivery performance.
• Manage the account base within the specific terms and conditions set down by Vans.
• Obtain regular sell through information (where possible) in order to both facilitate the order management process and increase Company awareness of market trends etc.
• Keep and maintain up to date account profiles and core account data.
• Ensure that any new account enquiry or prospective account meets Vans’ distribution criteria
• Any other duties as assigned to the Job Holder within the Job Holder’s capabilities.

Skills For Success

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required for the individual to be successful in this position.

• Education: University degree not compulsory however would be advantageous a high standard of education.
• Experience:  Wholesale selling, possibly in a digital environment, e-Commerce knowledge, Outdoor/Sporting goods industry retail experience.
• Abilities/Skills:  Strong computer skills, Tech savvy, excellent influencing skills, change management mindset.
• Language: Excellent communication skills in English is mandatory (written and spoken), as well as at least another European language among Spanish, French and German.
• Education: University degree not compulsory however would be advantageous a high standard of education.
• Experience:  Wholesale selling, possibly in a digital environment, e-Commerce knowledge, Outdoor/Sporting goods industry retail experience.
• Abilities/Skills:  Strong computer skills, Tech savvy, excellent influencing skills, change management mindset.

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

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
• Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity 
• 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 

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!

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