Vans: Associate Merchandiser, Graphic and Tees

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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 or www.vans.com.

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Merchandiser, Graphic Tees at Vans looks a little like this.

The Associate Merchandiser for Graphic Tees works within the Global Apparel Merchandising team.  At its core, the position supports assortment planning, product line maintenance, and data-driven decision-making to deliver compelling collections that align with brand values and consumer insights. The Associate Merchandiser reports directly to the Senior Manager, Graphic and Tees in Global Merchandising.

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

• Support seasonal product strategy by assisting in analyzing global business insights to create briefs, seasonal line plan architecture and inform business decisions.
• Help maintain product line plans and contribute to creating assortments that meet regional and global market needs.
• Work closely with design through the design process, partner with development for product creation, monitor progress, ensure meeting milestones and calendar deadlines.
• Support costing and margin analysis in partnership with design and product development.
• Compile and analyze product performance data to provide insights for in-season adjustments, future planning and hind sighting.
• Partner with regional merchandisers to truly understand business needs and evolving strategies
• Ensure data accuracy by assisting in maintaining line plans, managing product attributes, and ensuring consistency across the assortment.
• Support in building category specific strategies, opportunities and initiatives. Assist in building presentations and have a presence at global line reviews. 

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 0-2 years of experience and professional achievements. 

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Fashion, or related field or equivalent internship/retail experience.
• Strong attention to detail to maintain precise and accurate management of product attributes, ensuring consistency and quality across the product range
• Utilize advanced analytics tools and software such as excel, to interpret complex data and trends 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in merchandising software (PLM) and Powerpoint.
• Passion for the Vans brand and a deep understanding of the women's footwear market.

• Location requirement: Hybrid schedule in-office in Costa Mesa, CA.

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.

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