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At Timberland, we’re a force of nature. We’re a team that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward. The brand is widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and an eye toward the future, Timberland has a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and build community.  So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of fun, adventure-loving people, Timberland just may be the place for you.   To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Timberland Careers (https://www.timberland.com/en-us/about-us/careers) or www.timberland.com.

Coordinator, Sample Management (Timberland)

What will you do?

This position, **Coordinator, Sample Management** will develop, implement and execute process for managing sample lines for apparel, footwear and accessories. With multiple seasonal lines active at once this position will lead ordering, tracking, prioritizing, organizing and distributing product to and from photography shoots to support all of ECOM, PR events, Key Marketing Shoots and internal Go To Market needs.

This role will be a pivotal position on team with opportunity to collaborate with a myriad of departments to ensure teams are equipped with the proper product for photography and asset workflows and solutions. This role is critical to be sure the assets Global Marketing delivers will cover all specific product needs for channel or region.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

**What you will do** :

+ Create and maintain Seasonal Sample Orders for ECOM Product (Apparel, Footwear and Accessories) as well as Global Brand Samples to support Go to Market Strategies.

+ Ongoing Product Inventory Management and shipping coordination with External ECOM Studio in multiple Global locations utilizing EXCEL Tracker.

+ Daily review of Tracker to always be chasing missing or late samples.

+ Receive, track and unbox samples for all sample lines.

+ Track all incoming and outgoing products, organize sample rooms, separate out all key marketing looks and locate any missing, outstanding samples.

+ Partner with Apparel, Accessories and Footwear ordering stakeholders to track missing or delayed product.

+ Partner with product teams, merch teams and internal Library to borrow samples as needed to support internal photography studio needs.

+ Set up Bulk Ordering process to support PR team with Influencer Programs.

+ Order and track off-size products as well as in production product with proper contacts.

+ Coordinate sample logistics for on/off site internal and external shoots.

+ Potential for travel to key marketing shoots to support with inventory set-up, key looks and breakdown.

+ Build out seasonal calendar for product deliveries to various shoots to ensure samples are always available for upcoming needs.

+ Receiving back samples from all shoots, tracking returns into inventory.

+ Support teams by organizing the removal of prior season samples.

+ Serve as point person for all inventory questions for team.

+ Represent team on weekly ECOM Regional Call to address all Inventory questions.

+ Schedule: 5 Days a Week in Stratham, NH location

What do you need to succeed?

Build out extensive process, workflow and organization of all active Global Sample Product lines. Daily tracking of all samples to be sure that external and internal studios are supported with the correct product.

The foundational skills you will need in this position are:

+ Highly proficient in MS Excel and advanced keystrokes - VLOOKUP

+ Proficient in full Microsoft Office Suite including Word and PowerPoint, Shipping Software and internal product systems – PLM and Enovia.

+ Experience using MAC operating system requires

+ Superior organization skills and attention to detail.

+ A willingness to learn, adapt and solve problems to resolve issues and enhance the process.

+ Strong ability to multi-task and comfortable working in fast paced environment with stakeholders based out of different time zones Globally.

+ Motivated self-starter and problem solver

+ Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

+ Experience in project management, studio production and inventory management.

+ Be able to lift boxes up to 40lbs

+ **Location Requirement: Stratham, NH**

What do we offer you?

At Timberland, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about Timberland’s benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com (https://www4.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page\_name=signon&co\_num=30716&co\_affid=vfcorp) and click “Looking to Join VF.”

To learn more about Timberland’s Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to Timberland.com (https://www.timberland.com/en-us/about-us) .

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range** **:

$56,000.00 USD - $70,000.00 USD annually

**Incentive Potential** : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

**Benefits at VF Corporation** : You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking **Looking to Join VF?** Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

_P_** **_lease note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws._

_At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at_ [email protected]_ _. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law._

_Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records._

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.