Manager Treasury - REMOTE

About Designer Brands  

At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company, and Rubino, operating nearly 675 stores across North America and a billion-dollar digital commerce business. We lead the footwear industry with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including Topo Athletic, Keds, Vince Camuto, Kelly & Katie, Jessica Simpson, Lucky Brand, Mix No. 6, Crown Vintage, and others. With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories, delivered through a robust omni-channel infrastructure and national wholesale distribution. At Designer Brands, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, where each employee’s unique perspective contributes to our success. Anchored by our core values of “We Love What We Do,” “We Own What We Do,” “We Do What’s Right,” and “We Belong,” we continuously drive forward together, building a future where everyone can put their best foot forward. 

The Opportunity

At Designer Brands, we believe that financial strategy is more than just numbers—it’s about enabling bold ideas and fueling innovation. As our Treasury Manager, you’ll be at the center of that mission, ensuring we have the financial strength and flexibility to support our growth, navigate change, and invest in what matters most: our people, our products, and our customers.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complexity, brings clarity to ambiguity, and sees opportunity in every challenge. You’ll lead initiatives that shape our capital structure, manage liquidity, and mitigate financial risk—all while collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive strategic outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

Capital & Liquidity Strategy

• Lead the development and execution of systems and processes for managing cash, investments, debt, and compliance.
• Oversee global cash positioning and debt structure to ensure the company maintains optimal liquidity.
• Manage capital structure initiatives, including financing restructures and lender deliverables.

Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Build and maintain global cash flow forecast models in partnership with FP&A.
• Lead corporate-level interest expense forecasting and communicate results to senior leadership.
• Analyze balance sheet and cash flow to ensure financial readiness for operations and strategic investments.

Treasury Operations & Risk Management

• Oversee daily treasury operations, including bank relationships and cash management strategies.
• Advise on share repurchase programs, quarterly dividends, and M&A activity.
• Manage relationships with rating agencies and lead presentations on business performance and projections.

Compliance & Reporting

• Lead treasury-related accounting activities, including close processes, financial statement reviews, and SEC reporting (10Q/10K footnotes, earnings releases).
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements by designing and documenting effective control processes.
• Oversee inventory appraisals and field exams required under credit facilities.

Strategic Partnerships

• Collaborate with external partners including banks, legal teams, and lenders to support financing and capital initiatives.
• Manage intellectual property valuation processes and ensure timely delivery of business updates and financial projections.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and develop treasury team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and expand team capabilities.

What You’ll Need

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in treasury or a related financial field.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related disci