Kipling is looking for a Global Collaborations and Special Projects Supervisor in Antwerp, Belgium.
At Kipling we are on a mission. To live a vibrant and colourful life, go to places we’ve never been before. Be curious. Dare to live the life we’ve always wanted. That’s our mission and influences everything we do.
At Kipling we empower you to go your own way. Diversity makes us stronger and at Kipling we do believe your story matters, this is why we welcome all backgrounds.
Let’s Talk about the Role
As the Collaborations & Special Projects Supervisor, you will own Kipling’s global energy pipeline by overseeing brand collaborations, licensing initiatives, and special projects. A key focus of this role is managing our most significant special project “QVC” where you will be responsible for curating and developing the product offering to meet customer needs and drive commercial success.
This role is hands-on, with a strong focus on ensuring timely execution, cross-functional alignment and product relevance.
How You Will Make a Difference
Collaborations and licensing initiatives
Planning & Partner Management
1. Develop and manage the global collaboration and licensing calendar.
2. Scout, secure, and maintain relationships with external partners for collaborations and licensing.
3. Lead contractual negotiations with partner, legal teams until contract signature
Project & Process execution
4. Manage the operational flow of collaboration projects from design brief to sample delivery
5. Work closely with Design and Product Development to ensure product concept are aligned with brand and commercial goals
6. Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely development and approvals
7. Ensure smooth go-to-market (GTM) execution by aligning with cross-functional teams (Marketing, etc.).
Reporting
8. Manage financial reporting of royalties
9. Prepare ad-hoc reports and track project performance
10. Continuously evaluate launched products through market feedback and performance analysis
Special projects - QVC
Global Ownership of QVC Product Offering & Development
11. Maintain seasonal QVC development calendars and track key milestones
12. Collaborate with regional teams, esp EMEA, to gather insights and identify assortment needs
13. Direct the Design and the Development team and coordinate with them to ensure timely and aligned product creation.
14. Monitor the development of prototype samples with our internal design team and ensure alignment with QVC requirements
15. Evaluate product performance post-launch using market feedback and sales data
Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration
16. Partner closely with Design and Product Development to shape a commercially successful global collection.
17. Work with Global Marketing to ensure a consistent brand story across all touchpoints, including marketing calendars and visual merchandising guidelines.
Reporting Relationship:
Supervisor: Global Merchandising Manager
Peers: Merchandising team, Product Development team, Marketing team
Skills for Success
18. Degree in Business Management or a related field
19. Minimum 5 years of experience, in merchandising, product management or a related field - preferably in the fashion and accessory industry, a legal knowledge is a plus!
20. Strong understanding of the Kipling brand, market dynamics and industry trends
21. Language skills: Fluent in English (both written and spoken).
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.
22. A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
23. An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
24. Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
25. On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
26. A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
About VF
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 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.
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 or follow us on our LinkedIn and Instagram pages, see you there!
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