DTC Planner

As a Merchandise Planner you will be empowered to create, communicate, and execute strategic merchandise plans to drive financial results.

Collaboration with the Planning, Buying and Allocation as well as other cross functional business partners will position you to maximize sales, create inventory plans which deliver turn targets and profitability.

You will support the financial goals for Vans North America, including the markets of US and Canada.

Join the Vans Family

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 also referred to as the Van Doren Spirit .

We are relentlessly about our consumers and the world around us. We are 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

• Create and manage annual and seasonal merchandise plans utilizing history, sales trends, and market influences to ensure accurate sales and inventory forecast for assigned area of responsibility.
• In Season business management. Consistently monitor sales performance. Identify and communicate opportunities and risk.

Partner with Merchants to ensure product assortments support sales targets by country. Collaborate to ensure key item sales and inventory forecast are in alignment with departmental sales and inventory objectives.

Lead the OTB process for your merchandising team, adjusting forecast, receipt targets and margin as needed to achieve financial goals.

• Build Strong cross functional, collaborative partnerships to meet shared goals.
• Use your Merchandise Planning experience to develop and drive the planning process to achieve financial objectives and strategic initiatives
• Leverage DTC system capabilities, standard and Ad Hoc reporting to consistently monitor the many facets of the business and create actionable processes to enhance outcomes.
• Proactively seek business partnerships to enhance knowledge and align on business strategies.

Bring your curiosity, talents, and passions to create, manage and influence the Merchandise Plans for your area of responsibility.

Build positive cross functional relationships focused on achieving common goals. Elevate the consumer experience by delivering product strategies and achieving financial targets.

Use our system capabilities to support best in class merchandise planning processes.

Free To Be,

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 : 5-8 years

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.

Proven Merchandise Planning experience in an Omni, Multiple Retail Concept environment. Previous exposure to international planning would be a benefit.

Strong analytical and communication skills including the ability to read, analyze and interpret retail reports. A proactive business management approach, completing all assignments and job duties in a timely manner.

Advanced computer skills including Excel and Word. Merchandise planning system experience preferred (e.g., Blue Yonder, SAP, etc.)

To think strategically and build effective Merchandise Financial plans across multiple countries and channels including Ecommerce.

To be your authentic self and to share your unique talents and skill set with our team. We will empower you with opportunities and create a space where you can independently drive your business with support throughout your journey.

Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Preserve.

What’s in it For You