Business Operations Specialist (Vans EMEA)
Posted: Oct 16, 2025
Job Description
This job is with VF Corporation, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. VANS is looking for an exceptional Business Operations Specialist (VANS EMEA) to join our team based in Stabio, Switzerland.Let's Talk About The RoleIn this role as Business Operations Specialist, you will develop, maintain and execute sales-related reporting, procedures and operations with the goal to support the brand in planning and executing the financial plan.You will be responsible for planning and managing the commercial terms in partnership with the sales leaders, facilitating the evolution of the terms by matching the brand revenue and margin objectives with the marketplace needs.Along with the sales analysis team you will drive the reporting area and you will also make sure all the relevant operations are properly set to run the sales campaigns in partnership with the other brand departments.Ultimately you will also have a key role in the execution of Mercury, supporting VF and the brand in simplifying and harmonizing the customer interaction with VF and ultimately enhancing the service through a clear and tailored journey for each persona.How You Will Make a DifferenceYou will achieve this by:T&Cs Planning: partner with the sales leaders to model a robust process of T&Cs change and evolution, allocating the appropriate accountability, establishing the relevant decision making milestones and a proper tracking to measure results.Discount: maintain and develop the standard discount structure, planning and monitoring the discount applications during the season through the T&C tool and the appropriate reporting.Data governance: coordinate the brand requirements and align with the VF BI teams to ensure the BI platform provides the brand with the appropriate dashboards and reports as well as to ensure the reporting datasets are enriched with all the appropriate dimensions to create specific brand reporting.Reporting: support the brand and the whs channel through the development and mainteinance of both standardized and ad-hoc reports. Also, maintain and further develop the team reporting portal to increase the autonomy of the users and create efficiency in the end-to-end reporting journey.Master data: ensure that all the settings are properly set and maintained in SAP. Partner with the salesforce and the other brand departments to shape new processes and procedures continuously supporting the evolution of the brand.Mercury: implement the execution of the new RACI for which Business Operation is responsible, assigning roles and responsibilities in the team and shaping the relevant forums to facilitate the x-dept interactions. Attend project meetings to support the development and implementation of new requirements.Skills For SuccessUniversity Degree or equivalent, preferably in Business or economicsPast experience in financial planning /sales analysis/sales opsGood communication skills in EnglishProficient in Microsoft Excel and Powe BI and effective presentations skills in Microsoft PowerPoint or any related toolHigh energetic and goal orientedGreat at getting things done and able to create, maintain and develop relationship with various departmentsCurious, with a global understanding and outlook, and strong desire to continually learn and evolve About VFVF 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.comWhat's In It For YouWe'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 doAn inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working togetherBe part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organizationOn site gym offering health and well-being initiativesA discount card with 50% on all VF brandsBreak out areas offering complimentary hot drinksFree 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!#readytoapplyR-20251007-0007
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