Sales Operations Intern
About
VF Corporation is a global brand-led business headquartered in Stabio, Switzerland (EMEA HQ), home to well-known brands such as The North Face, Vans, and Timberland. The Sales Operations Intern role sits within the Smartwool & icebreaker (SWIB) Sales Operation Team and is part of the VF EMEA Internship Program, a 12-month journey designed to develop emerging talent at the start of their careers. Interns contribute to real projects alongside international teams across Sales, Marketing, Product, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Finance, and IT. Gross monthly salary: 1,850 CHF. Support management and the sales force with regular and ad hoc business analysis and reporting, including stock lists, reorders, preseason, cancellations, orderbook tracking, and shipments analysis. Provide support for sales forecasting, strategic planning, account planning, and other sales management processes. Support sales campaign setup and execution. Conduct distribution analysis and maintain and improve customer classification information in the systems. Coordinate reports with other departments including Planning, Customer Service, and Credit. Act as an integral link between headquarters and local sales organizations across multiple markets. Candidates must be graduating after November 1, 2026, or hold student status as of February 1, 2027, and must hold EU or EEA citizenship. Required skills include: strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables); analytical and problem-solving skills; good communication skills in English; flawless attention to detail; good interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and within a team; ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines; a proactive, self-starting attitude. A degree in Economics, Statistics, or Management Engineering is ideal. Working knowledge of AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, AI-assisted analytics) is a plus. As part of the VF EMEA Internship Program, the intern will receive: a structured learning path with dedicated skill-building workshops and an internal consulting group project; one day of in-store work to gain brand insights; networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership; a hybrid working policy; a 50% discount on VF brands; an on-site gym with health and well-being initiatives; a subsidized canteen and complimentary drinks in break-out areas; a shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport. The internship provides hands-on experience in analytical, commercial planning, forecasting, and business intelligence tools, with exposure to international business environments. Many interns remain with the company after the internship period, though no contract is guaranteed.