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Senior Designer, Accessories, Global Apparel

As Senior Designer of Accessories, you will be instrumental in incorporating our culture into our accessories. You will use your imagination and devise products that allows our audience to express their individuality and authenticity, which are Vans’ core mentalities. If you do your research effectively, you will be able to discover exactly what our target audience relates to and be able to produce designs that are influenced by current trends production while staying true to Vans’ brand and creative vision. You will be responsible for all areas of design for Accessories from initial concepts through pre-production. The work you are able to accomplish in your role will impact Vans’ culture and the vision it has for the company’s future.

Join the Family

Vans® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity, creativitiy and Off The Wall spirit. 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 remind ourselves that we have always looked to the youth for inspiration. For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the destination. Our mission is to empower everyone to use their 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 to be yourself. We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY and do it yourself attitude. We are also passionate about local COMMUNITIES . And, most of all, we are a family that has fun together.

Vans’ Creative Vision: Creative Experimentation

There is no surer recipe for complacency and creative stagnation than repetition. Therefore, in every creative endeavor, we build in experimentation. It is our engine in the constant pursuit of progress. An environment of experimentation lessens the fear of failure, as failure equals learning.

How You Will Make a Difference

What you will do:

• Establish and maintains collaborative relationship with cross-functional partners in merchandise and development to ensure successful product creation.

• Identify problems and develop solutions or innovative approaches to the design and development of accessories.

• Impact the design process at Vans by communicating shared process and product knowledge with cross-functional partners throughout apparel categories.

How you will do it:

• Partner with technical design team to ensure accuracy for drawings, materials, seam construction and ideal fit.

• Research market conditions to identify key product trends to prepare concept for future innovative designs.

What success looks like:

• Showcase your state of the art design skills to design authentic, original, and innovative designs and exceed our consumers expectations.

• You will impact the consumer experience through new and original product that meets their expectations and push the boundaries of past lines.

Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a mission-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+ years

Educational Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in design, art or related field; fashion design, product design, industrial design, accessory and footwear design, or textile design; or a combination of education, experience, and training.

What we expect you already know:

• Ability to translate consumer knowledge/insights to narratives and product executions.

• Ability to create concepts and explore new ideas.

• Proficient in computer design programs (e.g. Illustrator, Photoshop, Streamline).

• Strong Microsoft Office experience.

• Ability to present new ideas or seasonal concepts to small and large groups.

• Experience building 3D samples and creating mockup samples by hand.

• Ability to participate in multiple projects with competing resources and deadlines.

• Passion for Design and experimentation.

• Highly organized and self-sufficient

VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Perservere.

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?

Pay Range:

$93,312.00 USD - $139,968.00 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 pay 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.

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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. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.