Job description
As a senior leadership team member, the Vice President of Apparel works collaboratively to provide leadership and vision to drive The North Face's global Apparel product execution. Shapes and creates an organization with a strong consumer focus and sound organizational values, which drives change and ensures The North Face’s product and brand proposition are at the heart of the business. Brings to market global Apparel product proposition, delivering innovative Industry-leading product as well as commercially successful and effective product ranges in all product segments in apparel.
Join The North Face Family
The North Face was built on a love for the outdoors and the desire to enable all types of exploration, for all people, from their backyards to the Himalayas. Over the last 50 years we've lived by our “true north,” the belief that exploration has the power to change us, to challenge us and to help us see the world from new perspectives.
To help ignite a global movement of outdoor exploration, love for the natural world and an unwavering commitment to protect it, we welcome and encourage new participants to the outdoors. We extend our reach through support of non-profit organizations, establishing programs that connect participants with close-to-home recreation opportunities, and creating a connection with young leaders, inspiring them to explore and conserve. As we enter our sixth decade, we pledge to:
- Empower exploration and the thrill of the unknown for as many people as possible.
- Protect the places where we live, play, and operate.
- Evolve the way we make our products by improving our environmental performance and social responsibility in the supply chain.
Vice President, Apparel (The North Face)
How You Will Make a Difference
What you will do:
Leads a global Apparel product organization recruiting and developing the highest caliber of expertise product management and development.
Builds the right skill set in the central global product engine as well as in the regional and local Apparel product selection with a strong collaboration with design and merchandising teams.
Creates a global and innovation focused culture, capable of working cross-functionally and ensuring the Apparel product vision is reflected and executed in the marketing and distribution strategies.
Drives a truly global Apparel product POV leading and mentoring the central product engine to create and deliver industry leading, consumer focused, and market relevant product proposition and creating regional capabilities focused on selecting and placing regionally and locally relevant product offering to maximize The North Face’s market share and future success in every country.
Delivers tangible business and brand growth (in line with set revenue and profitability goals ).
Partners with functional leaders on strategic cross functional initiatives designed to drive sales growth, margin improvement or expense reduction that support the delivery of brand and business goals.
Maximizes category presence among current distribution channels and identifies new product opportunities for existing accounts and channels.
Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Skills for Success
Years of related professional experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required with 12+ years of product management
Educational position requirements: A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
What we expect you already know:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required with 12+ years of product management, retail buying/merchandising, sourcing and manufacturing experience with a global apparel business with proven success building businesses.
Thorough knowledge of best global materials, product development and manufacturing practices needed.
Strong interpersonal skills and leadership of a globally dispersed and operationally diverse team are key requirements.
A proven track record of setting strategy and driving change in large organizations. Demonstrated leadership capability in a creative environment, strong strategic planning and analytical skills as well as product merchandising expertise required.
VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.
What’s In It for You
We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF?” to learn more.
Our Parent Company, VF Corporation
VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com.
We just have one question. Are you in?
Pay Range:
$236,736.00 USD - $355,104.00 USD annually
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.
Long-Term Incentive:
This is position is eligible to participate in a Long-Term 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 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 pay 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.
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