Vans Associate, Retail Marketing

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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. 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 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 .

What will you do

A day in the life of an Associate Retail Marketing at Vans looks a little like this.

As Vans Associate Retail Marketing for North America you will play a critical role in evolving our consumer experience across our retail locations and formats. Reporting into the head of Retail Marketing you will be part of a high performing cross-functional team with key stakeholders in brand management retail operations and merchandising.

Lets break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Execute Retail Marketing Strategy: Assist in the implementation of the retail marketing strategy. Support the execution of global seasonal directives and localized retail experiences. Help gather and organize data to track the effectiveness of marketing initiatives.
• Manage Retail Marketing Operations:Provide administrative and logistical support for retail marketing plans and tools. Assist in coordinating in store activations store openings refits and traffic-driving initiatives. Assist in creation of Event and Campaign recaps execution of Mall Marketing campaigns throughout our retail fleet and management of communication with Mall Marketing Property groups. Track and report on specific budget items as directed by the Manager.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Team Support: Support cross-functional collaboration by coordinating meetings and communications between teams. Assist in the preparation of materials for marketing campaigns and plans. Provide general support to the retail marketing team helping to foster a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Manage Retail Marketing Creative Requests & Execution: Brief in via Wrike all Retail Marketing creative needs including but not limited to: Windows & POP Store Environment including both images and digital contents Sale Seasonal Graphics lease required advertising and local marketing needs. Maintain line of site on the production process with particular focus on timings Concept versioning and costs to ensure all marketing collateral delivers on time in the right formats and in budget.

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 3-5 years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• A minimum of 3-5 years experience in a Retail Environment Project Management Retail and/or Visual Communication working with external vendors and agencies.
• Solution-oriented mindset and strong capabilities in fast problem solving.
• Organizational skills for managing many projects and workstreams simultaneously as well as the ability to adapt and reprioritize based on the needs of the business.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate at all levels. A proven ability to work independently is required.
• Solid Project Management experience supporting retail production processes.
• Sound knowledge of retail brand environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel) Key Note Adobe Creative Pack is required.

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

• Experience with apparel or footwear brands or retailers is preferred.
• Experience with project management tools (ex. Wrike SmartSheet) and Digital Asset Management platforms is 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 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:

Incentive 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.

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 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 require accommodations during the application process please contact us at . VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals 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.