_Job Definition (Key Purpose of the Job) :_

_This position 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 partners with Regional Merchant Team, Local TNF ANZ sales team and TA Planning team, linking the buy strategy with product strategy and market demand to ensure the buy plan is supportive to deliver the financial target_

_Key Result Areas :_

_The ANZ Buyer is responsible for:_

**_Pre-Season:_**

+ **_Demand Forecasting:_** _Execute demand forecasts by style and color across GTM milestones and forecast rounds, improving accuracy through end-to-end forecast management_
+ **_OTB Planning Alignment:_** _Align with the TA Planning team on DTC seasonal LLT and SLT Open-to-Buy (OTB), including sales projections and inventory assumptions_
+ **_DTC Assortment Planning:_** _Partner closely with Merchandising to ensure the buy reflects assortment strategy,_ _while evaluating alignment with growth and SCO efficiency goals_
+ **_Buy Decisions:_** _Take full ownership of DTC buy planning, independently generating buy quantities for 800–1000 SKUs per season across all categories and territories, aligned with OTB budget, sales targets, and inventory (sell-through) goals_
+ _Take ownership of early buys and main buys; actively participate in consensus meetings_ _for_ _top-up and drop decisions_
+ **_Optimize DTC channel size curves_** _developed by the TA Planning team and provide recommendations for adjustments_




+ _Consolidate DTC and wholesale orders and ensure accurate system uploads_
+ **_Demand & Supply Matching:_** _Align launch plans (CRD) with Merchandising and manage product delivery phasing to ensure alignment with demand, seasonality, and balanced inventory_

**_In-Season:_**

+ _Support in-season sell-through management by identifying what is working/not working, and provide actionable insights to optimize sales and mitigate risks_
+ _Support Tableau daily sales tracking and target upload processes_
+ _Partner closely with TA Planning on markdown, promotion, and exit decisions, ensuring profitability while maintaining premium marketplace execution_
+ _Collaborate closely with TA Planning_ _and APAC inventory management Team_ _on inventory management, including free-to-sell inventory tracking, rolling inventory reviews, and participation in clearance plans to achieve ANZ year-end inventory targets_

**Experience**

+ _Knowledge and intuition of_ _outdoor, TNF brand_
+ _Retail and product expertise in the key markets:_ _ANZ_
+ _Working knowledge of a P&L;_
+ _Strong understanding of c_ _onsumer_ _needs_
+ _Ability to identify_ _retail apparel_ _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 team_
+ _Solid skills in coaching and developing teams for future development_

**Academic Qualifications**

Minimum Degree Held: Bachelor

Minimum 3-5 years or above in retail industry

R-20260518-0071

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 prospect/ 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.

Required Skill Profession

Other General

📌 Buyer, TNF(ANZ) (Sydney)
🏢 Vf
📍 Sydney