Vans: Merchandiser, Graphic Tees & Fleece

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 Merchandiser, Graphic Tees at Vans looks a little like this.

As a Merchandiser, Graphic Tees at Vans, you will work within the Global Apparel Merchandising team, focusing on the graphic tees category. You’ll collaborate closely with the Merchandising teams to deliver consumer-right assortments that reflect Vans’ brand DNA. In this role, you will own seasonal line architecture, support merchandising strategies, and analyze financial and market data to inform global briefs and assortment decisions. You will report directly to the Senior Manager of Merchandising.

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

• Own seasonal merchandising strategy and line architecture for the graphic tees category, ensuring alignment with brand vision and financial goals.
• Develop global merchandising briefs by gathering and analyzing financials, competitor insights, line plans, and regional input.
• Rank styles and optimize assortments based on historical and current product performance, identifying redundancies and opportunities for growth.
• Conduct trend and competitor research to inform seasonal direction and identify new consumer-driven opportunities.
• Partner with Design and Product Development to source and develop new fabrications; attend fittings and review product details to ensure design integrity and quality standards.
• Maintain and update line plans throughout the season, ensuring accuracy and adherence to calendar milestones.
• Prepare and present materials for key meetings, including line reviews and milestone presentations, driving alignment across global and regional teams.

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 3-5 years of experience and professional achievements. 

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Product Development, Business Administration, or equivalent experience in apparel merchandising that demonstrates strong product and market understanding.
• Deep understanding of industry trends, consumer behavior, and cultural influences that drive product decisions.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with experience in PLM systems; familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is a plus.
• Ability to interpret financial data, manage line plans, and maintain accuracy across multiple seasonal milestones.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment globally.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and adhering to calendar processes.
• Ability to foster a collaborative environment with Design, Development, Planning, and Regional Merchandising teams to achieve shared goals.

• Location requirement: Hybrid schedule in-office in Costa Mesa, CA.

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:

$73,440.00 USD - $91,800.00 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.

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 require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. 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.