Vans Now Hiring Equipment Merchandiser

kailee bradstreet

• August 06 2008
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Vans, a Division of VF Corporation, is THE leading action sports lifestyle company. While some companies just jumped on the skate bandwagon, we’re the original skate shoe manufacturer since 1966. We stay connected to those who love Vans through action sports including skate, snowboarding, surfing, moto and BMX and through major events like the Vans Warped Tour and the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing.

Vans operates more than 160 retail stores in the U.S. and Europe with many more on the horizon! We design, market, and distribute footwear, clothing and accessories as well as performance snowboard boots and outerwear. Vans also offers the PRO-TEC line of protective helmets and pads through its PRO-TEC label.

Southern California lifestyle has always been at the heart of Vans. Our corporate office, centrally located in Cypress, is just minutes from the shores of Huntington Beach and a couple of hours from the snow topped peaks of Big Bear and Mountain High.

Our corporate office is home to many of our company’s major functions including: Merchandising, Marketing, Promotions and Events, Store Operations, Real Estate and Construction, Sourcing & Logistics, Business Planning, Buying, Design, Product Development and National Sales.

What’s in it for you?
- Competitive Salaries & Benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K w/company match
- Generous Employee Product Discount
- Holiday Pay
- Alternative Work Schedule
- Energetic, Passionate Teams
- Onsite Employee Gym

Job Summary
Responsible for creating, owning, and championing a channel of the global Vans Equipment business including overall strategic direction and product line management. This includes business plan development, concept/product briefing, cross-functional team leadership, sales and margin accountability - all with a relevant focus on our consumer and our competition (current/future) within each unique market and sales channel. Being an opportunity identifier, evaluator, and maker. Establish control-related standards and procedures.

Responsibilities
- Initiate and lead product concept, design, and development process
- Outline category direction and consistently evaluate for relevancy and new opportunities
- Act in setting, analyzing and driving organizational and category goals
- Work seamlessly with marketing partners to develop and maximize brand/category initiatives
- Evaluate current business processes to identify improvements and leverage infrastructure
- Attend key account meetings, trade shows, market visits for presentations, relationship building, and trend/market research
- Encourage and maintain constant communication and feedback amongst all organizational partners
- Partner closely with Vans retail to maximize brand/category presentation and sales
- Partner closely with sales organization to meet and exceed mutual goals
- Understand and embrace industry, consumer, and culture - including Vans competitive positioning

Requirements
4-8 Years of Related Professional Experience
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Skills
Ability to think strategically and act tactically
Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation and problem solving skills
Comfortable in self-starter environment
Basic computer skills - Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus Notes
Exercises strong interpersonal skills across internal and external partners
Ability to work in an open environment with product team and cross-functional partners
Computer proficiency including specific job-required applications
Follows through with all tasks, assignments and job duties in a timely manner
Special Physical and/or Mental Requirements
Moderate travel of about 25% required
Willing and able to work additional hours when needed
Bend, lift, open and move product and related office items varying in weight from 1 to 25lbs, depending on need

This position is located in Cypress, CA. Vans is an equal opportunity employer and will make selection decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. For government record keeping purposes, you may choose to identify your race, ethnicity, and/or gender. If you would like to provide this voluntary information, it may be sent in writing to the Vans Corporate Office, Attention Affirmative Action Coordinator, 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA. An Equal Opportunity Employer.