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 Manager, Global Supply Planning at Vans looks a little like this. As the Global Supply Planning Manager, you will be responsible for leading Vans APP/ACC & Footwear business processes in Global Supply as well as analytics and insights on key Global Supply Chain initiatives.

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

What you will do:

The primary responsibility of the Manager, Global Supply Planning is to lead all global supply planning activities from pre-season to in-season. This includes buy calendar alignment, pre/in-season capacity planning, greige fabric commitments, global minimum order quantities, buy readiness, surcharges, liabilities, regional order/capacity prioritization, along with other crucial global supply activities to deliver on time and cost optimized supply.  Cross functional partnerships will be key to the success of this role working alongside regional planning, demand planning, sourcing and product development. This Manager will work cross functionally to highlight pre-season global capacity constraints and on-time performance risk, focusing on both near and long-term. An additional focus will be on the buy process milestones and efficient execution of the min review process for APP/ACC & FTW.  A key responsibility is the creation and management of the APP/ACC & FTW seasonal buy calendars, while balancing lead-times, holidays, and market needs.

How you will do it:

To succeed, you will leverage your relationship building skills to partner with teams across the Globe as well as showcase your technical skills in systems, Excel, and Power Point. You will strive to build a deep understanding of the Vans APP/ACC & FTW businesses and the buy processes. Any new Vans family member that wishes to join our leading global footwear, apparel and accessory brand must share our vision in influencing youth culture and empowering artistic expression.

What success looks like:

You will drive Vans Global Supply Planning activities, taking ownership of how we prioritize regional capacity and regional inventory tradeoffs. Manage and coordinate the global purchasing process to ensure optimized regional buys are in line with sourcing and vendor requirements. Develop and manage seasonal milestones related to buy calendar dates, buy readiness, MOQs, etc. Manage weekly Buy Calendar updates based on change requests submitted by sourcing/regions and communicate via detailed notes within COS calendar master file. Identify on-time performance risks pre-season and work to highlight relevant risks and opportunities to appropriate global teams. Coordinate global forecast consolidation, analysis, and relevant communications to the business. Develop insightful, monthly analytics related to COS dates – drops, buy-ups, late adds, surcharges, etc. Strong people skills with ability to understand and support various perspectives across regions. Lead key projects to evolve supply chain capabilities. Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting as required. Mentor, develop, and train planners to drive better business understanding and increased efficiencies. Day to day management of global supply planning team  

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 5+ years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites including Excel and PowerPoint.

Understanding of supply chain processes, with experience in supply planning.

Analytical with strong problem-solving skills.

Experienced in identifying and leading projects with varying scopes within Supply Chain and with key internal partners.

Strong communication skills that show ability to collaborate and drive results.

Process oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.

Willing to work in a global role and accommodate for different regional time zones.

Proven management experience including leading, coaching, mentoring, and building an effective team.

SAP, Tableau experience a plus.

Location requirement: hybrid role, 3 days out of the week at our Vans Headquarters in Costa Mesa, California.

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

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant discipline (Supply Chain, Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering).

Experience in Footwear and/or Apparel industry preferred.

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 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?

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Hiring Range:

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 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 are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities 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.