Associate Data Scientist — VF International (The North Face, Timberland)
- Location
- Stabio
- Contract
- part-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
VF Corporation is looking for a Associate Data Scientist to join our team in Stabio, Switzerland.
Let’s talk about the role!
As an Associate Data Scientist at VF Corporation, you will focus on demand forecasting for our fashion and retail business: anticipating what consumers will buy, where and when, across brands, channels and markets, including products and stores with little or no sales history. How you'll make a difference In this role you will:
- VF Corporation is looking for a Associate Data Scientist to join our team in Stabio, Switzerland.
- Let’s talk about the role!
- Forecasting and Data Science Skills (we don't expect all of these; Python and ML Libraries: Statistics and SQL: Business and Collaboration Skills: Education and Experience:
Key requirements
- Forecasting and Data Science Skills (we don't expect all of these; Python and ML Libraries: Statistics and SQL: Business and Collaboration Skills: Education and Experience:
Company and context
- Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
- On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
- Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
- 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. R-20260903-0029
Additional details
- As an Associate Data Scientist at VF Corporation, you will focus on demand forecasting for our fashion and retail business: anticipating what consumers will buy, where and when, across brands, channels and markets, including products and stores with little or no sales history. How you'll make a difference In this role you will:
- Collaboration: contribute to AI and Generative AI use cases, help monitor deployed models, and work with Data Engineers, DevOps, Product, Planning and Merchandising to drive adoption, presenting results and their limitations clearly to stakeholders. Skills for Success
- Rapid Prototyping: lightweight front-ends (Streamlit + Databricks Apps or equivalent) so stakeholders can interact with and validate forecasts. Business and Collaboration Skills:
- Curiosity and Ways of Working: a habit of following state-of-the-art forecasting research, adaptable and well organised, fluent in English with excellent communication skills. Education and Experience:
- Industry Background: experience in fashion, apparel or retail with exposure to demand planning, merchandising or supply chain is a strong plus. What’s in it For You
- On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
- Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
- 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.
Notes and original content
- As an Associate Data Scientist at VF Corporation, you will focus on demand forecasting for our fashion and retail business: anticipating what consumers will buy, where and when, across brands, channels and markets, including products and stores with little or no sales history.
- How you'll make a difference
- In this role you will:
- Collaboration: contribute to AI and Generative AI use cases, help monitor deployed models, and work with Data Engineers, DevOps, Product, Planning and Merchandising to drive adoption, presenting results and their limitations clearly to stakeholders.
- Skills for Success
- Rapid Prototyping: lightweight front-ends (Streamlit + Databricks Apps or equivalent) so stakeholders can interact with and validate forecasts.
- Business and Collaboration Skills:
- Curiosity and Ways of Working: a habit of following state-of-the-art forecasting research, adaptable and well organised, fluent in English with excellent communication skills.
- Education and Experience:
- Industry Background: experience in fashion, apparel or retail with exposure to demand planning, merchandising or supply chain is a strong plus.
Questions about this listing
What salary does VF International (The North Face, Timberland) offer for this role?
VF International (The North Face, Timberland) lists CHF 51'500 - 88'000 gross per year for this position in Stabio. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does VF International (The North Face, Timberland) offer?
This listing is a part-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with VF International (The North Face, Timberland) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
How do I apply for this position at VF International (The North Face, Timberland)?
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