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Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and at Vans, we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our 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 people who think and live “Off the Wall,” Vans just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers (https://www.vans.com/en-us/careers) or www.vans.com (https://www.vans.com/en-us) .

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Wholesale Planning Manager at Vans looks a little like this.

The Wholesale Planning Manager works alongside the Wholesale Sales Team and Wholesale Merchandising team to quantify the sell-in strategy, the execution of the sell-in, in-season management tactics and post-season analysis to deliver a sales and inventory experience that meets the needs of both the Vans Customer as well as our Wholesale partners in the Americas.

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

+ **_Wholesale Assortment Revenue Strategy_** _– Leads strategic forecasting from LRP to in-season to post-season, ensuring optimal assortment positioning across Americas Wholesale Accounts._

+ **_Analyzing sales_** _to flag sales and inventory risks and opportunities to meet the needs of the Vans consumers as well as maximizing sell-out revenue for our Wholesale partners,_

+ **_Sales Performance and Demand Planning_** _– analyze sell-out sales data, market trends and consumer insights to re-forecast demand, drive wholesale partner profitability and optimize the wholesale option width and breadth._

+ **_Cross-Functional and Regional Collaboration_** _– align with DTC/E-com. Marketing, merchandising, sales and partner accounts to ensure our partner assortments support the account strategy, brand strategy, market needs and seasonal plan._

+ **_Post_** **-Season Meltdown** analyzing sales and inventory performance to support lessons learned, account meetings and influence the future assortment and financial strategy to support long-term, sustainable mutual growth for both Vans and our wholesale partners.

+ **_Leadership, Mentorship, Coaching and Support_** _of a team of Wholesale Planners._

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 6+ years of experience in either merchandise, DTC, wholesale or demand planning and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

+ **_High degree of emotional intelligence & communication skills_** _(needed in order to foster a collaborative team environment, build strong relationships, and resolve disagreements with candor)_

+ **_Strategic vision_** _(ability to articulate a clear, long-term strategy rooted in business and planning acumen, historical analysis and understanding of the marketplace and brand vision)_

+ **_Cross-functional Communication_** at all levels including senior leadership.

+ **_Strong Analytical skills_** _with expertise in demand forecasting, inventory management, and financial modeling in both excel and merchandise financial planning tools._

+ **_Consumer insight and empathy_** _(deep understanding of consumer needs, trends, and local cultural nuances and how they translate into a planning quantification._

+ **_Understanding the tactics to drive revenue and profitability growth_** _in a global, multi-channel retail environment including but not limited to wholesale partners._

+ **_Experience working with diverse markets_** _with a strong understanding of regional differences in retail and consumer behavior._

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.

+ _Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related fields; MBA or advanced degree preferred._

+ _Experience with merchandise planning tools and technologies (eg: ERP, BI, or AI-driven analytics platforms)_

+ _Strong background in digital commerce and omnichannel planning strategies._

What do we offer you?

At Vans, 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 Vans’ 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 Vans‘ Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vans.com.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range** **:

$99,360.00 USD - $124,200.00 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 require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at_ [email protected]_ _. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals 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.