VF Corporation

The North Face: Global Merchandiser, Men's Apparel

VF Corporation$73K — $91K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in merchandising or product management, preferably in apparel.
  • Strong understanding of apparel product creation processes and go-to-market execution.
  • Experience managing product lines and understanding of financial targets.
  • Skilled in consumer and marketplace trend analysis with actionable product insights.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills to influence stakeholders.
  • Strong business acumen balancing brand, consumer, and commercial priorities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Own and execute the Men's Apparel product line from concept to go-to-market.
  • Lead cross-functional product teams in key product decision-making.
  • Build comprehensive product briefs from consumer insights and business needs.
  • Achieve margin targets while ensuring innovation and commercial success.
  • Drive global assortment plans and ensure alignment with regional teams.
  • Shape global segmentation strategies for sustainable growth.
  • Serve as a category expert presenting strategies to stakeholders.
  • Analyze market trends and sales performance to inform product decisions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical plans and health benefits.
  • Opportunities for performance-based incentives and bonus potential.
  • Prospects for ongoing training and professional development.
  • Access to active lifestyle and outdoor exploration activities.
  • Employee discounts on products and brands under VF Corporation.
Full Job Description
What will you do?

A day in the life of a Global Merchandiser, Men's Apparel at The North Face looks a little like this:

  • You own a portion of the Men's Apparel product line and are accountable for the successful execution of your assigned category from concept through go-to-market.
  • You lead cross-functional product pods, partnering closely with Design and Development teams to drive key product decisions throughout the creation process.
  • You build compelling product briefs that translate consumer insights, marketplace opportunities, and business needs into innovative product solutions.
  • You are accountable for achieving margin targets across assigned projects while balancing consumer needs, innovation, and commercial success.
  • You drive global assortment plans for your category and partner with regional merchandising teams to ensure alignment with financial and marketplace objectives.
  • You shape global segmentation strategies across consumer, category, channel, and tier, creating meaningful product distinction that supports sustainable growth.
  • You serve as a category expert, presenting product strategies, assortments, and seasonal recommendations to key stakeholders throughout the go-to-market process.
  • You analyze market trends, consumer behavior, competitive landscapes, and business performance to identify opportunities and inform assortment decisions.
  • You collaborate globally across Merchandising, Design, Development, Sourcing, Planning, Sales, and Marketing teams to deliver best-in-class products and consumer experiences.
  • You mentor Associate Merchants, sharing best practices, systems expertise, and merchandising insights that contribute to team growth and capability building.
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 foundational 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 merchandising experience, business acumen, and track record of delivering successful product strategies.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

  • 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, product management, or a related product creation function, preferably within the apparel industry.
  • Strong understanding of apparel product creation processes, including merchandising, design, development, sourcing, and go-to-market execution.
  • Experience managing product lines, assortments, and line plans with an understanding of financial targets and margin management.
  • Strong consumer, marketplace, and trend analysis skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable product strategies.
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills.
  • Proven ability to influence and lead across global, cross-functional teams.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to balance brand, consumer, and commercial priorities.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • High degree of agility, adaptability, and comfort navigating change.
  • Growth mindset with a passion for product, innovation, and continuous improvement.

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

  • Experience in performance and outdoor apparel.
  • Global merchandising experience across multiple regions and channels.
  • Experience working within a matrixed, global organization.
  • Advanced analytical capabilities and proficiency with merchandising and planning tools.
  • Passion for outdoor exploration and a strong understanding of the outdoor industry and consumer.

Now WE have a question for YOU.  

Are you in? 

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.

About VF Corporation

Kontoor Brands is a global lifestyle apparel company that designs, manufactures, and distributes superior-high-quality products that look good and fit properly, allowing people all over the world to express themselves freely and confidently. It was established in 2019 and is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.

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Size
14,000 employees
Market Cap
$10.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$165.4 million
Founded
1899
5 Year Trend
+7.1%
Revenue
$8 billion
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