Job Definition (Key Purpose of the Job) : This position build seasonal buying plans for ANZ DTC channel to support DTC financial target. Collaborate closely with merchandising to ensure the buy delivers the merchandiser’s assortment strategy. This position partners with Regional Merchant Team, Local TNF ANZ sales team and TA Planning team, linking the buy strategy with product strategy and market demand to ensure the buy plan is supportive to deliver the financial target Pre-Season: Demand Forecasting: Execute demand forecasts by style and color across GTM milestones and forecast rounds, improving accuracy through end-to-end forecast management OTB Planning Alignment: Align with the TA Planning team on DTC seasonal LLT and SLT Open-to-Buy (OTB), including sales projections and inventory assumptions DTC Assortment Planning: Partner closely with Merchandising to ensure the buy reflects assortment strategy, while evaluating alignment with growth and SCO efficiency goals Buy Decisions: Take full ownership of DTC buy planning, independently generating buy quantities for 800–1000 SKUs per season across all categories and territories, aligned with OTB budget, sales targets, and inventory (sell-through) goals Take ownership of early buys and main buys; actively participate in consensus meetings for top-up and drop decisions Optimize DTC channel size curves developed by the TA Planning team and provide recommendations for adjustments Consolidate DTC and wholesale orders and ensure accurate system uploads Demand & Supply Matching: Align launch plans (CRD) with Merchandising and manage product delivery phasing to ensure alignment with demand, seasonality, and balanced inventory In-Season: Support in-season sell-through management by identifying what is working/not working, and provide actionable insights to optimize sales and mitigate risks Support Tableau daily sales tracking and target upload processes Partner closely with TA Planning on markdown, promotion, and exit decisions, ensuring profitability while maintaining premium marketplace execution Collaborate closely with TA Planning and APAC inventory management Team on inventory management, including free-to-sell inventory tracking, rolling inventory reviews, and participation in clearance plans to achieve ANZ year-end inventory targets Experience Knowledge and intuition of outdoor, TNF brand Retail and product expertise in the key markets: ANZ Working knowledge of a P&L Strong understanding of consumer needs Ability to identify retail apparel trends Strong organizational, problem-solving and decision-making skills Excellent presentation, communication and influencing skills Strong teamwork and collaboration with cross functional teams Ability to interact and communicate with all levels of employees – both senior and junior Flexibility to adapt to the changing trends of the business requirements Strong teamwork and collaboration with cross functional team Solid skills in coaching and developing teams for future development Academic Qualifications Minimum Degree Held: Bachelor Minimum 3-5 years or above in retail industry R-20260518-0071 VF Corporation habille les consommateurs partout dans le monde grâce à son portefeuille diversifié de marques emblématiques de style de vie, notamment Vans®, The North Face® et Timberland®. Fondée en 1899, VF est l’une des plus importantes entreprises mondiales de vêtements, de chaussures et d’accessoires. Elle exerce ses activités de façon socialement et écologiquement responsable dans de nombreuses régions du monde, catégories de produits et canaux de distribution. VF s’engage à offrir des produits novateurs aux consommateurs et à créer une valeur durable pour ses clients et ses actionnaires. VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, and Timberland®. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders. Énoncé de vision de VF en matière de diversité VF s’engage à créer un environnement inclusif qui accueille et valorise les différences parmi tous ses associés, ses clients, ses fournisseurs et les collectivités où nous vivons et exerçons nos activités. Le succès et la croissance continus de VF sont renforcés par des initiatives qui favorisent la diversité à l’échelle mondiale. VF s’engage à offrir l’égalité des chances en matière d’emploi et à traiter ses associés et ses candidats sans discrimination fondée sur la race, la couleur, le sexe, l’âge, l’origine nationale, la religion, l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité ou l’expression de genre, l’état matrimonial, la citoyenneté, un handicap, le statut d’ancien combattant protégé, le statut VIH/sida ou tout autre motif protégé par la loi. VF s’engage à répondre aux divers besoins des personnes en situation de handicap dans des délais raisonnables, conformément aux principes d’autonomie, de dignité, d’intégration et d’égalité des chances. Pour ce faire, VF s’efforcera de cerner, de prévenir et d’éliminer les obstacles à l’accessibilité partout où cela est possible, tout en respectant les exigences en matière d’accessibilité prévues par l’ADA, la LAPHO (AODA) et toute autre réglementation provinciale, étatique ou locale applicable. VF s’engage à assurer l’accessibilité numérique, à se conformer aux Règles pour l’accessibilité des contenus Web (WCAG) 2.1, niveau AA, ainsi qu’aux normes de conception accessible de l’ADA et de la LAPHO (AODA), et à toute autre réglementation applicable. Si vous avez besoin d’une mesure d’adaptation ou si vous avez des questions concernant cet énoncé, veuillez transmettre votre demande à [email protected] VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected basis. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity, and will do so by striving to identify, prevent and remove barriers to accessibility wherever possible as well as by meeting the accessibility requirements under the ADA, AODA, and other applicable state, local or provincial regulations. VF is committed to digital accessibility, and to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA and complying with the ADA and AODA Standards for Accessible Design, and other applicable regulations. If you need an accommodation or have any questions regarding this statement, please send your request to [email protected].

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