Get to know Kipling
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We’re looking for an outstanding Junior Online Merchandiser Kipling (EMEA) to join our Kipling Digital team in Antwerp, Belgium. This`s a 1-year temp. contract.
At Kipling we are on a mission to lighten your day and empower you to live your best life. We’re a global bag and accessories brand and our iconic designs are built on more than 30 years of innovation and crafted from lightweight, durable nylon. We combine functionality with effortless style to create timeless and versatile on-the-go essentials that follow you everywhere, every day. From the city to the beach; the playground to the office — and everywhere in between.
We lighten your step to live your best life. #LiveLight
Today, Kipling has retail stores in over 200 locations, including Paris, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and São Paulo. Kipling is sold in over 500 corners and shop-in-shops inside department stores plus distribution across 4,200 multi-brand stores and websites. We are a global leader in selling qualitative, durable bags designed for everyone.
Let’s talk about the role!
As Junior Online Merchandiser you will provide direct support to the Senior Online Merchandiser in the execution of the Kipling merchandising plans for the assigned lines of products. Improving the online merchandising experience of the website, ensuring products are online and merchandised effectively.
In this role you will be responsible for the product onboarding, new season product launches on the website across all markets and you will have direct impact on the consumer experience.
How You Will Make a Difference
You will achieve this by:
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Manage the product onboarding process from A to Z, including optimization and ensure launch dates are met
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Contributing to merchandising across the websites for all markets
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Manage product databases, ensuring are up to date and accurate
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Manage and maintain category database on the website
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Collaborate closely with digital marketing team, support with website link and email checking
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Align with the marketing team on content needs across the website
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Oversee and support with uploading of relevant site content (PLP, Navigation, PDP etc)
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Work with the Senior Online Merchandiser in creating promotional discounts for sales and promotional activities
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Close monitoring of the website – applying ad hoc corrections where needed
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Work with CX & operations team to optimize the merchandising experience
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Support with user testing related to merchandising for website updates and improvements
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Support with product personalisation project
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Benchmarking
Skills for Success
To succeed as Junior Online Merchandiser, you must have excellent organisational skills and have good analytical skills to ensure effective merchandising. We are looking for someone who has/is:
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The ability to organise planned product launches effectively and on time.
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The capability to quickly adapt to promotional activities throughout the year.
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An understanding of effective online merchandising.
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An expertise in product creation for the website, ensuring product descriptions, images are correct.
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A keen interest in digital online shopping behaviour.
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Good problem-solving skills. Encounters similar problems which require some fact finding, clarification, and basic analysis.
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Knowledge of excel is a plus but not a must
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Eager to learn
What’s in it For You
We’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.
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A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
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An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
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Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
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On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
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A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
VF 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.com
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 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. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.
If you like what you have read and want to join our team, then we would like to hear from you! Apply, visit
vfc.com
,
Kipling.com
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pages, see you there!
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