Vans: Head of eCommerce, Americas
Vans: Head of eCommerce, Americas
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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 nonconformity and relentless progression. Yesterdays Off The Wall moment is todays 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 sidebyside 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 .
What will you do
A day in the life of a Head of eCommerce at Vans looks a little like this.
As the Vans Americas Head of eCommerce you will drive and adapt the global digital vision for all aspects of Vans Americas eCommerce business. This role is responsible for creating the optimal consumer journey while delivering revenue goals. The position has P&L responsibility for a rapidly growing business unit.
Reporting to the GM Americas you will combine analytics key insights and creativity to set a vision for our digital future and then mobilize the Americas team to achieve the desired results. You will have the opportunity to be the voice of the consumer across all Vans Americas digital touchpoints and drive innovation including adoption of new digital technology.
You will partner with cross function leaders to create a bestinclass digital ecosystem that elevates the consumer experience and delivers on Vans Americas revenue goals and growth plans.
Lets break down that dayinthelife a bit more.
Drive and adapt the global digital strategy as a part of the overall Vans Americas strategy to ensure that we meet our ambitious goals for the region
Manage the P&L for the Americas eCommerce business unit Oversees channel development strategies architecture and infrastructure requirements to ultimately fulfill eCommerce business strategy while remaining current with the latest eCommerce trends and technology to keep the site at the forefront and ahead of competition
Collaborates with respective departments on the integration of marketing product creative and merchandising to bring the fullest expression of the Vans brand to life digitally
Identifies and implements thirdparty solutions for customer acquisition conversion and website optimization with a strong customer focus and strategic positioning to follow industry trends and to keep a fingeronthepulse of the customer base and competition
Develops strategies to deliver financial plans (sales margin contribution inventory turns) including analyzing sales and productivity of items/categories to communicate results and to create action plans
Partner with Finance Marketing and Planning Department to forecast weekly/monthly sales margins and review financial rollups Deliver omnichannel consumer and brand experiences that build meaningful customer loyalty for the Americas Region Develop and maintain strong networks of cross functional partners competitors and technology providers
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 youll need to succeed and excel. Additionally while formal education in a related field is great to have we are most interested in your 10 years of experience and professional achievements.
The foundation skills you will need in this position are:
Skills for Success
Bachelors degree in digital marketing or equivalent experience MBA Preferred
15 years of experience and a proven track record as a high performing talent demonstrating drive ambition business acumen and emotional intelligence with 10 years in a leadership role
10 years of eCommerce experience
5 years of retail buying/merchandising experience
Demonstrated success managing a P&L for a growing business
Successful experience and proven trackrecords with digital internet and web production as well as traditional product marketing and strategy experience
Demonstrated knowledge of bestinclass CX UX and digital commerce architectures and technology
Understanding of impact and implications of division decisions on other components of an omnichannel business model
Demonstrated ability to facilitate and lead multitasking and prioritization in a fastpaced environment.
Proven ability to advocate a point of view to peers and upper management
Experience developing performance metrics
Possess strong presentation listening verbal and written communication skills
Experience with web/catalogue design
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 and click Looking to Join VF.
To learn more about Vans Diversity and Inclusion efforts go to .
Now WE have a question for YOU.
Are you in
Hiring Range:
$203904.00 USD $254880.00 USD annuallyIncentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan sales incentive orcommissionpotential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
LongTerm Incentive Potential: This position is eligible to participate in a LongTerm Incentive Plan. Specific details of the plan 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 years medical plan rates on 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 individuals 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 . 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.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
