Sales Operations Intern

Your future starts with a move. Make it with the #VFInternshipProgram at our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as Sales Operation Intern for the Smartwool & icebreaker (SWIB) Sales Operation Team.

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.

About VF

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 http://vfc.com.

Key information

• Start date: February 1st, 2027
• Duration: 12 months, full-time
• Gross monthly salary: 1’850 CHF
• Location:VF EMEA Headquarters inStabio, Switzerland
• Streamlined recruitment process: 3 interviews (Recruiter, Hiring Manager, potential Business Case)

Eligibility requirements

• 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

Let’s talk about the role!

As Sales Operations Intern, you will support the team with the analysis and reporting of sales-related data. You will contribute to the creation of custom reports, conduct quantitative product and sales analysis, support sales campaigns and tools, and help assess future needs and data quality.

You will be an integral link between the headquarter and the local sales organizations as well as the marketing, product, customer service, IT and supply chain departments. You will support the team to ensure that all the necessary reports, information and processes are in place for the successful achievement of business and sales plans.

How you'll make a difference

Get ready to make an impact! Here’s what you’ll be responsible for joining our team as Sales Operations Intern:

• Support management and 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.
• Provide support for sales campaign setup and execution.
• Provide distribution analysis and maintain and improve customer classification information in the systems.
• Coordinate reports with other departments, including Planning, Customer Service and Credit, supporting the creation of requested reports.

Skills that will make you succeed:

You thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments and are eager to contribute to the growth of emerging brands. You’re curious, analytical, and ready to roll up your sleeves to support a wide range of Sales Operations activities. We are looking for someone who brings:

• A proactive, self-starting attitude, with the ability to adapt quickly and take ownership of tasks in a dynamic setting.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
• Working knowledge of AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, AI-assisted analytics) is a plus
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills in English
• Flawless attention to detail and the ability to stay on track
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to plan your own work, prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Ideally a Degree in Economics/Statistics/Management Engineering

What’s in it for you

As a Sales Operations Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the commercial engine of a global organization, developing both analytical and business skills that are highly transferable across many departments.

During your internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop advanced analytical skills by working with large datasets, sales reports, forecasts, order books, stock information, and business performance metrics.
• Gain exposure to commercial planning and forecasting processes, understanding how sales targets are built, monitored, and translated into business actions.
• Learn how a global sales organization operates, supporting key activities such as sell-in campaigns, order management, inventory planning, and customer performance tracking.
• Build expertise in business intelligence and reporting tools, creating meaningful insights that support decision-making at both local and regional levels.
• Understand cross-functional business processes by collaborating with teams across Sales, Marketing, Product, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Finance, and IT.
• Learn how data quality and customer segmentation influence commercial decisions, helping to optimize distribution strategies and market coverage.
• Gain exposure to international business environments, acting as a link between headquarters and local sales organizations across multiple markets.

The VF EMEA Internship Program is a 12-month journey designed to develop and empower emerging talents at the start of their careers. We are committed to unleashing your potential, so you can expect a structured learning path and rich hands-on experience, including:

• Dedicated skill-building workshops & internal consulting group project
• One day of work in-store gaining real insights about our brands
• Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership

We cannot grant that the internship will lead you to a contract afterwards, but thanks to the value of the experience most of our interns are staying in the company after the internship period.

Since we want you to focus on what matters, we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well-being. You will enjoy:

• Hybrid working policy
• 50% discount on VF brands
• On site gym, offering health and well-being initiatives
• Subsidized canteen, as well as break out areas offering complimentary drinks
• Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport, depending on your location

Free to Be, Inclusion & Belonging

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.

What move will shape your future? Apply now and start building it through real projects, international teams and the impact only you can bring.

#MakeYourMove