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Full-time | Ecommerce
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Join the Vans Family
Vans is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the expressive creators within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to shape and transform the future of our business.
At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We are Determined. We are Connected to our consumers and to each other. We are Inclusive. We are Expressive and Fun. Most of all, we are a family.
Our purpose to enable creative expression and inspire youth culture is fostered through our inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential.
By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do.
eCommerce Associate Merchandiser
The eCommerce Associate Merchandiser is responsible for developing and executing product strategies that maximize sales, margin and inventory turnover while delivering a best in class digital brand experience for consumers. You will be responsible for driving strategic execution for buying, forecasting, product lifecycle management, recap analysis, and storytelling on Vans eCommerce while adhering to company strategies. You will establish control-related standards and procedures to deliver on all tasks and functions related to the business and consumer experience.
How You Will Make a Difference
What you will do: Partner with Merchandise Manager to Create seasonal product assortments and buy quantities for our US and Canada Ecommerce sites for a specific category of business that roles up to meet the broader department goals. Partner with planning and store counterparts to manage product lifecycle across channels. Collaborate with cross functional partners to ensure product and storytelling are coming to life as expected to drive conversion and exceed consumer expectations. Participate in Go To Market process to influence seasonal storytelling that align with consumer insights.
How you will do it: Attend pre-season line reviews and provide product feedback and forecasts to influence assortment. React quickly to trends by identifying reorder opportunities and utilize selling analysis to determine markdown strategy and in-season inventory management. Collaborate with Site Merchandising, Marketing, Content, Product and Creative to create seasonal storytelling roadmap, product load sheets and image shot lists.
What success looks like: Building and sustaining a highly inclusive team atmosphere where the diversity of each persons skills and background is viewed as a powerful strength for the team. Effectively making decisions rooted in data and analytics but having the confidence and ability to make quick decisions when necessary with a future-oriented outlook. Driving strategic execution to efficiently achieve KPI goals.
Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, 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.
Skills for Success
Years of Related Professional Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in buying, with 2+ years at an Assistant level
Educational Position Requirements: Bachelor's Degree (BA) or equivalent from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
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What we expect you already know:
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Previous experience in buying required and Ecommerce experience highly desired.
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Strong analytical and organizational skills.
!
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other cross-collaborative partners
!
Highly efficient in Microsoft Office- particularly with Excel
!
Google Analytics, Bloomreach, SAP Business Objects or other Analytics tools experience helpful
!
What we will teach you:
!
How to lead and effectively make decisions with the consumer always at the forefront
!
Obtain a big picture understanding of all the differing roles within Ecommerce and how we cohesively work together to come to life on the site.
!
How to think strategically with a test and learn mentality where it is ok to take risks and fail fast.
!
How to effectively lead and develop a highly-inclusive team to improve performance and achieve professional goals.
!
VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Preserve.
Whats in it For You
Were in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. Thats why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, were the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on Looking to Join VF? to learn more.
Our Parent Company, VF Corporation
VF is one of the worlds largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. Its the reason we come to work every day. Its a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com
We just have one question. Are you in?
Join the Vans Family
Vans is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the expressive creators within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to shape and transform the future of our business.
At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We are Determined. We are Connected to our consumers and to each other. We are Inclusive. We are Expressive and Fun. Most of all, we are a family.
Our purpose to enable creative expression and inspire youth culture is fostered through our inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential.
By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do.
eCommerce Associate Merchandiser
The eCommerce Associate Merchandiser is responsible for developing and executing product strategies that maximize sales, margin and inventory turnover while delivering a best in class digital brand experience for consumers. You will be responsible for driving strategic execution for buying, forecasting, product lifecycle management, recap analysis, and storytelling on Vans eCommerce while adhering to company strategies. You will establish control-related standards and procedures to deliver on all tasks and functions related to the business and consumer experience.
How You Will Make a Difference
What you will do: Partner with Merchandise Manager to Create seasonal product assortments and buy quantities for our US and Canada Ecommerce sites for a specific category of business that roles up to meet the broader department goals. Partner with planning and store counterparts to manage product lifecycle across channels. Collaborate with cross functional partners to ensure product and storytelling are coming to life as expected to drive conversion and exceed consumer expectations. Participate in Go To Market process to influence seasonal storytelling that align with consumer insights.
How you will do it: Attend pre-season line reviews and provide product feedback and forecasts to influence assortment. React quickly to trends by identifying reorder opportunities and utilize selling analysis to determine markdown strategy and in-season inventory management. Collaborate with Site Merchandising, Marketing, Content, Product and Creative to create seasonal storytelling roadmap, product load sheets and image shot lists.
What success looks like: Building and sustaining a highly inclusive team atmosphere where the diversity of each persons skills and background is viewed as a powerful strength for the team. Effectively making decisions rooted in data and analytics but having the confidence and ability to make quick decisions when necessary with a future-oriented outlook. Driving strategic execution to efficiently achieve KPI goals.
Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, 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.
Skills for Success
Years of Related Professional Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in buying, with 2+ years at an Assistant level
Educational Position Requirements: Bachelor's Degree (BA) or equivalent from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
!
What we expect you already know:
!
Previous experience in buying required and Ecommerce experience highly desired.
!
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
!
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other cross-collaborative partners
!
Highly efficient in Microsoft Office- particularly with Excel
!
Google Analytics, Bloomreach, SAP Business Objects or other Analytics tools experience helpful
!
What we will teach you:
!
How to lead and effectively make decisions with the consumer always at the forefront
!
Obtain a big picture understanding of all the differing roles within Ecommerce and how we cohesively work together to come to life on the site.
!
How to think strategically with a test and learn mentality where it is ok to take risks and fail fast.
!
How to effectively lead and develop a highly-inclusive team to improve performance and achieve professional goals.
!
VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Preserve.
Whats in it For You
Were in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. Thats why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, were the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on Looking to Join VF? to learn more.
Our Parent Company, VF Corporation
VF is one of the worlds largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. Its the reason we come to work every day. Its a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com
We just have one question. Are you in?