Marketplace Merchandiser - The North Face

Job Description

At The North Face we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore. We were born to Disrupt. We were born to Lead. The North Face is the premier exploration company in the world. Founded in the counterculture of Berkeley,CA in 1966 we have a long and storied legacy of enabling exploration, loving and protecting wild places, and creating iconic and technically advanced product. We believe that exploration is a mindset - both on the mountain and off the mountain - and it infuseseverything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places and people. Our values: Love wild places Spark curiosity Dare to disrupt Create community Lead with integrity By joining The North Face, you will help provide the best gearfor our athletes and the modern-day explorer. You will also have the opportunity, tools and environment to more deeply explore the world around you and make meaningful, lasting connections. What You Will Do The North Face has an amazing opportunity withinthe EMEA Marketplace Team for an experienced Marketplace Merchandiser to support our JD Sports seasonal collections. You will partner with the Marketplace manager to collaborate with the design and product development teams, you will play a auxiliary rolein executing the overall strategic direction for JD Sports through impeccable product line management. You need to be passionate about product, the outdoor and lifestyle marketplace, be commercially smart, influential and thrive in a team environment. As MarketplaceMerchandiser you will curate assortments that ensure The North Face has the right product in the right place at the right time through the lens of the JD consumer. You will action the product strategy for JD Sports through intrinsic product assortments anddrive alignment with internal and external stakeholders. The Marketplace Merchandiser will be responsible for having a finger on the pulse of the JD consumer in full to anticipate marketplace shifts to react quickly to build further opportunity for The NorthFace. Primary accountabilities: * Support in identifying and defining key market trends and patterns within JD Sports, building seasonal line plans, and being a link between Product Design, Product Development and Account Sales managers ensuring the line reflectsthe accounts business needs. * Identifying category and franchise opportunities. Product sell through will be leveraged to influence future assortment direction. * Support the implementing the strategic vision and product framework in concert with ProductMerchandising & Sales Account managers in for JD Sports * Excellent seasonal and complimentary product merchandising skillset to build assortment plans in full across all categories. * Great experience in qualitative and quantitative research, analysis andconsumer insights with extensive knowledge of the outdoor + sportswear industry. * Understand and analyse market trends, shifts, and downturns, and provide feedback to Product Merchandising, Sales, and Marketing teams to continuously improve product plansand Go to Market (GTM) process. * Implement segmentation and marketplace differentiation strategy, drive SKU efficiency on balance with complimentary long-term global product strategies. * Confident product creation utilising merch software and being awareof the product development journey. * Seasonal product brief delivery, considering innovation that serves white space and opportunities. * Apply agile working to offer commentary around reviewing and improving current business and GTM processes to identifyopportunities that include account led feedback. * Share and influence up to Regional Merchants to build consumer relevant product & assortments that drive profitable revenue growth in JD Sports. * Attend key account meetings, market visits for presentations,and trend/market research trips. We are looking for a real team player, who brings in creative and positive energy. The North Face Marketplace team is dynamic, strong and creative and we are looking for an inspiring personality that is full of energy and wantsto push The North Face forward. Skills for success * University Degree in Business, Economics, Buying or Merchandising, Fashion Sales + Marketing or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Knowledge of UK and EMEA Marketplaces. * Must have 3+year experience in a similar role around marketplace merchandising, a background in sports performance/outerwear ideal but not essential. * Strong eye for trends in a sportswear and outdoor environment in apparel, footwear and accessories. * A true understandingof the JD Sports Business and their Consumer. * Ability to think strategically and act tactically. * Product Merchandising awareness/experience will be an advantage in this role. * Proficient in Powerpoint with confident Presentation skills. * Strong interpersonalcommunication and problem-solving ability. * Comfortable in a self-starter environment. * Exercise strong interpersonal skills across internal and external partners. * Ability to work in an open environment with cross-functional partners. * Computer proficiencyincluding specific job-required applications. * Able to manage responsibilities & tasks without direction. * Be available to regularly visit the TNF EMEA Headquarters in Stabio, Switzerland. * Must be flexible and adaptive to change. * Languages: ExcellentEnglish communication. Whats in it For You Were in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. Thats why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being forall VF associates. When it comes to benefits, were the total package. 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 arecommitted 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 disadvantagedgroups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike. Join the North Face Family The North Face was built on a love for the outdoors and the desire to enable all types of exploration, for all people, from their backyardsto the Himalayas. Over the last 50 years weve lived by our "true north," the belief that exploration has the power to change us, to challenge us and to help us see the world from new perspectives. We pledge to empower exploration, protect the places wherewe live, play, and operate and evolve the way we make our products by improving our environmental performance and social responsibility in the supply chain.