Allocator Intern

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Program 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.

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

• 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)

• 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

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.

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.

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.

• 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.

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.

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