Job Definition (Key Purpose of the Job) : Th is po sitio n_ _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 partner s_ _with Regional Merchant Team, L ocal TNF ANZ sales team and TA Planning team ,_ _link ing the buy strategy with product strategy and market demand to ensure the buy plan is supportive to deliver the financial target Key Result Areas : T_ _he A_ _NZ Buyer is responsible for: - Working with Regional Merchant to identify local market-specific seasonal opportunities and priorities based on consumer and industry trends across product categories - Work with Regional merchant on the aligned DTC assortment Plan and launch plan (CRD date) _._ - Ensure Product delivery phasing matching with Demand, product arrivals fulfill both seasonality relevan cy, consumer demand and balanced inventory supply. - Provide demand Forecast based on GTM milestones - Align the DTC Seasonal Open to Buy with TA Planning team ,_ _both LLT and SLT products. - Plan and Generate buy depth for all product lines, 8_ _00 -1000 SKU per season across all category, all territory, towards OTB budget - Responsi ble for DTC all SCO size breakdown - Responsible for Consolidate DTC and WS order, and upload in to system - Support in-season sell through management and insights on what '_ _s working.not working, and advice on action plans - Close p artnership with TA planning on promotion decisions - Close p artnership with TA planning on inventory level, free-to-sell inventory Competency Requirements (Please identify the behavioral competencies from the DDI Competency Dictionary) Competencies (Behavioural) : List out 6 essential & 4 desirable competencies Competencies (Functional) : List down specific set of functional skills required to perform in this role - Business acumen - Customer focus - Adaptability - Communication - Influence - Driving for results - Building strategic work relationships Other Profile Specifications Experience - Knowledge and intuition of outdoor, TNF brand - Retail and product expertise in the ke y markets: ANZ - Working knowledge of a P&L - Strong understanding of customer needs - Ability to identify fashion 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 teams - Solid skills in coaching and developing teams for future development R-20250422-0005 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 an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. 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 factor.