Vans: Senior Manager, Product Management, Pinnacle

As the Global Pinnacle Sr. Product Manager, you will play a key role in breathing new life into current product offerings and developing future opportunities for the Pinnacle business and brand. You have an inherent connection to city culture, the needs, wants, and influences of Generation Z and Alpha consumers You look to challenge the status quo constantly. You have a keen eye for trends in sneaker culture, street fashion, high fashion, Skateboarding, and youth culture and an understanding of how footwear & apparel can capitalize on these key trends in the marketplace. You are consistently on the cutting edge of culture and influence.

This role is responsible for driving all stages of the product creation process, from uncovering consumer and marketplace insights to presenting finalized footwear and apparel concepts. This includes creating product briefs, analyzing business metrics, researching consumer and marketplace trends, co-authoring the line plan with team, and collaborating with Design, Development & Regional Merchandising teammates to create industry-leading products. This role will lead by example in every aspect of the job and work with cross-functional team members to achieve business results related to revenue growth, profitability, pricing margins, and style/sku productivity. You will serve as a proactive partner for your peers, acting as a leader during critical checkpoints. You will be responsible for coordinating and communicating the line or specific products to internal and external audiences.

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 creative voyagers within our company and community. For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output. Our mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves. Our vision is to create a world where anyone can be their unique self.

At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We have HEART – also referred to as the “Van Doren Spirit”. We are relentlessly CURIOUS about our consumers and the world around us. We are UNAPOLOGETICALLY AUTHENTIC and whole heartedly believe the most “Off the Wall” thing you can do is be yourself. We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY. And we are passionate about local COMMUNITIES. And most of all, we are a family that has fun together.

At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to 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.

How You Will Make a Difference

What you will do:

• Manage select Global Pinnacle Collaborations - including strategy, product management, partner communication, and internal cross-functional collaboration (legal, ops, marketing, etc.)
• Influence and implement strategic category and range direction that meet the needs of our consumers as well as support the BU’s financial and growth objectives.
• Lead and build a high performing a cross-functional team. Cultivate and empower and diverse and inclusive environment.
• Drive and execute key initiatives and provide input for short and long-term vision for product strategies across footwear & apparel.

How you will do it:

• Work with Product director in the development of seasonal product strategies.
• Be the consumer and product expert.
• Create ranges within footwear & apparel for both an image and commercial point of view.
• Lead and develop your team.
• Provide direction and clear communication across teams with focus on results.

What success looks like:

• Provide visible leadership across the organization as the Global product expert across our Pinnacle business.
• Build a fast moving and entrepreneurial environment pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Take calculated risks and digesting learnings for the team quickly

Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a mission-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: 7+ years

Educational Position Requirements:

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:

• Live and thrive in the intersection of street culture, art, sport, and fashion
• Cultural connector with experience building relationships, diverse networks, and long-term partners
• Expert communicator and influencer, both externally with partners and internally with stakeholders
• Strong execution skills; consistently produce results and meet deadlines
• Strong financial acumen, superior planning and analysis ability and data driven - experience with product planning, sales forecasting, and working to budgets
• Ability to think critically and provide constructive insight in a collaborative environment. Highly organized, structured, and detail oriented
• Creative problem solver, comfortable with ambiguous situations and can thrive in a fast-paced environment

VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Perservere.

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. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF?” to learn more.

Our Parent Company, VF Corporation

VF is one of the world’s 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. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s 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?

Pay Range:

$108,864.00 USD - $163,296.00 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.

Please note, our pay 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.