Vans: Senior Account Executive

Here at Vans, our purpose is to enable creative expression - and inspire youth culture - by celebrating and encouraging the Off the Wall attitude that comes from expressing your true self. We are searching for an individual that stands out from the rest; one who catches our eyes with their confident demeanor and unwavering curiosity. We need someone who is a visionary with a stream of innovative ideas that will lead our strategic accounts into their next chapter of growth through a laser focus on the consumer. We are looking for a strategic business driver who can elevate our business with enhanced partnership. This individual is responsible for representing the brand across all categories and ensuring that strategic apparel and footwear initiatives are executed to the highest standards. They are responsible for driving a long range plan to fuel growth by developing deep rooted connections, driving our partnership to the future. They will be encouraged to put the consumer first, fueling a digitally led business by driving results across brick and mortar through unique experiences. Ultimately, this individual will be responsible for delivering brand and financial goals and positioning the brand for long term health. Join the Vans Family Vans® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the creative voyagers within our company and community. For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output. Our mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves. Our vision is to create a world where anyone can be their unique self. At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We have HEART – also referred to as the “Van Doren Spirit”. We are relentlessly CURIOUS about our consumers and the world around us. We are UNAPOLOGETICALLY AUTHENTIC and whole heartedly believe the most “Off the Wall” thing you can do is be yourself. We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY. And we are passionate about local COMMUNITIES. And most of all, we are a family that has fun together. At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential. By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do. How You Will Make a Difference What you will do: Drive strategic sales growth across Sport Chek, JD, Nordstrom & special projects Cultivate and Deliver Go-To-Market (GTM) processes with a specific focus on apparel and footwear. Lead national initiatives. Develop and Fuel business that drives long term strategic growth plans. Validation of decisions with data driven insights Keen focus on white space to deliver growth specific to consumer needs Lead cross functional partnership to deliver next level consumer connectivity Accelerate with digital first approach. Fuel business with innovative tactics to unlock digital momentum. Drive wholesale forecast, keen understanding of account OTB and financial flow, sell in and sell thru metrics needed to propel long term results Daily communication with Customer Service to track and monitor order entry, order maintenance and shipping. Management of key account claims, allowances, markdown requests, return to vendor requests and marketing/event expenditures. How you will do it: This position is fast paced and will be responsible for driving a dynamic wholesale partnership. This person will be a key liaison for connecting sales, merchandising, and marketing to develop a collective vision across the brand that comes to life within our commercial business. We are Looking for someone who leads with a balanced art | science approach, thrives in a culture that celebrates relationship building and cross functional team building. What success looks like: Responsible for driving scale, fueling results, and bringing new thinking to life while grounding every decision with data. Keen focus on delivering long term brand health and lead our next chapter of growth. 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 A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements. Years of Related Professional Experience: 10 years in sales – footwear and apparel preferred. 5 years of experience with Sport Chek and / or sporting goods stores required. Travel by air and overnight, as required 20-25% amount of time. What we expect you already know: Strong background in leveraging data and analytics to drive sales Account management to drive business initiatives across brand Developed, close-knit relationships across account base Proven track record for leading and developing and driving game changing initiatives to fuel partnership VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Preserve. 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? R-20230308-0026 VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland®, and Dickies®. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for its customers and shareholders. VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. 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