Coordinator, Merchandising Operations

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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

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Coordinator, Merch Ops at Vans looks a little like this.

This role sits within the Merchandising Operations team supporting Global Brand. It works closely with Merchandising and cross-functional partners to ensure smooth execution of merchandising processes. At a high level, the role focuses on coordinating calendars, maintaining data accuracy, and facilitating communication to keep workflows organized and aligned with business priorities. The position reports directly to the Merchandising Operations Manager.

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

• Maintain merchandising milestone calendars and ensure key dates are communicated and updated across teams.

• Update merchandising tools, trackers and systems with accurate product and assortment information.

• Schedule meetings, prepare materials, and assist with milestone presentations or seasonal reviews.

•  Act as a liaison between merchandising and other teams to ensure alignment on timelines, deliverables, data accuracy, and priorities.

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 0-2 years of experience and professional achievements. 

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–2 years of experience in merchandising, retail operations, or related administrative support.
• Familiarity with merchandising calendars, product lifecycle, and retail processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with PLM or ERP systems a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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 and click "Looking to Join VF".

To learn more about Vans' Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

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Hiring Range:

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   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 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.