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Lead cross-country product development teams, oversee the entire process from concept to Buy Ready, and build strong stakeholder relationships. | Proven senior leadership in product development, deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and experience managing multicultural teams. | About your role: You will lead cross-country Product Development teams, overseeing the entire product development process from concept through Buy Ready. This includes ensuring that all samples and materials fully comply with Tech Pack specifications, as well as Brand fit, performance, and quality standards. In this role, you will cultivate strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to drive adherence to GTM milestones and act as a strategic partner by offering insights and recommendations to enhance product and consumer satisfaction. Furthermore, you will play a key role in developing a strong talent pipeline by establishing a solid foundation for knowledge sharing and creating meaningful learning opportunities. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in product development, proven leadership experience, and the capability to co-create solutions while challenging conventional product development activities and timelines. Success in this role depends on the ability to shape and influence decisions, build strong internal and external relationships, and champion continuous improvement. Your responsibilities will include (but not limited): • Lead the Sourcing Product Development team, setting clear priorities, coaching team members, and fostering a high-performance culture; • Oversee product development from concept to Buy Ready (covering T1 to T2 processes), ensuring that samples and materials fully comply with Tech Pack specifications, as well as Brand fit, performance, and quality standards • Builds strong, multi-level relationships by proactively collaborating and effectively engaging with both internal and external stakeholders to drive product development activities. • Serve as a strategic thought partner to Sourcing leaders and Brand partners by proactively providing insights and recommendations that inform product/vendor strategy decisions, identify improvement opportunities, and co-create solutions to enhance product and consumer satisfaction. • Collaborate with Brand teams to formalize development calendars and ensure strict adherence to deadlines and milestones in alignment with the GTM calendar, challenging conventional product calendars when appropriate to enhance agility and speed. • Provide regular and accurate updates on seasonal GTM progress to stakeholders, offering early warnings of potential issues or delays, and proactively highlighting opportunities for improvement. • Support the Commercialization team in developing standardized processes and adopting industry best practices. • Work closely with the Global Supply Planning team leader to validate product allocation, factory capacity bookings, and production plans, ensuring they are viable and realistic. • Support knowledge transfer initiatives and facilitate the development of the talent pipeline by documenting processes, implementing training programs, and promoting learning opportunities to ensure the organization’s long-term capability and growth. • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, material innovations, and manufacturing best practices. • Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement, upholding VF Values and embracing the VF “Winning Together†culture in every interaction with direct reports, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams. Job requirements What we will be looking for in you: • Advanced knowledge of the product creation process from design brief through T2 completion (Buy Ready). Technical expertise will be an advantage. • Knowledge of the product category within the scope of this role with proven experience - deep understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction methods; • You will be coaching and developing your team, providing timely constructive feedback enabling them to excel and realize their potential. • Proven leadership experience in managing multi-cultural teams and ability to influence stakeholders on a global level to advance business goals. • Drive and passion to make a difference, presenting a growth mindset that role models positivity and curiosity to your team and peers. • Someone that shapes and influences strategic decisions, you will be capable of capturing your audience’s attention, being composed and well prepared. • Ability to lead, facilitate and champion change. • Good business acumen and understanding of the competitive global business environment, as well as an awareness of economic, social and political trends that impact the organization’s global strategy. Key Attributes: • Embodies the highest level of personal and professional integrity and ethics. • Passion for product and a consumer-first mindset; • Able to manage complex and conflicting interpersonal interactions with others, solve problems, make decisions, operate independently and with discretion, and work effectively under pressure.  • Possesses excellent organizational and analytical skills and prioritize and can successfully execute multiple tasks/projects. • Able to collaborate with peers and superiors while building relationships with individuals and organizations across the globe.  • Maintains a global perspective and is culturally sensitive and aware. • Demonstrates a creative, energetic, and motivated spirit. Desirable Qualifications & Competencies: • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. MBA is a plus; • Minimum 7–10 years of experience in the field of product development, with at least 5 years in a senior managerial role; • Experience working with overseas factories, and a multi-cultural factory management team; • Proven experience in leading & developing team. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, PLM systems, and production planning tools. • Fluent in English (written and Verbal) additional languages are a plus. • Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the region. R-20251223-0022

Leading the development of innovative footwear collections, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing design processes from concept to final approval. | Minimum 3-5 years of leadership in footwear design, proficiency in design software, understanding of footwear manufacturing, and ability to lead multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. | Now that you’ve found the job description, what’s next? 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 www.vans.com. What will you do? A day in the life of a Senior Design Manager, Pinnacle Footwear at Vans looks a little like this. As a Senior Design Manager, Pinnacle Footwear, you will work within the Footwear Design team, focusing on creating innovative and brand-right collections for Vans. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, including Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, and Consumer Insights to deliver seasonal assortments that reflect Vans’ brand vision and cultural leadership. You will report directly to the Senior Director of Footwear. Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more. • Drive the design development of Pinnacle Footwear collections in alignment with seasonal concepts, brand vision, and cultural leadership. • Conduct trend, consumer, and business analysis to inform design strategies and ensure market relevance within the premium footwear segment. • Lead the creation of innovative footwear concepts, sketches, and design specifications, ensuring technical feasibility and brand-right execution. • Oversee material selection, color allocation, and development of finishes, managing sample reviews and final approvals for premium products. • Inspire, coach, and motivate the Footwear Design team through seasonal collections and special projects, fostering creative excellence. • Implement sustainable design practices and process efficiencies through effective calendar management and tool optimization. • Cultivate a collaborative and innovative environment that champions creativity, progression, and cross-functional alignment. • Partner with global and regional teams (Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, Consumer Insights, etc.) to drive the GTM pipeline for Pinnacle Footwear. • Manage the end-to-end design process from pre-season research and concept development through cost-engineering and bulk approvals. • Ensure clear communication and alignment across all stakeholders involved in the product lifecycle to deliver premium, brand-right collections. • undefined 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 8-10 years of experience and professional achievements. The foundation skills you will need in this position are: Bachelor’s degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience managing and developing design teams, with a proven ability to coach, mentor, and elevate creative talent. Proficiency in design software and tools (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D modeling tools, PLM systems) with the ability to leverage technology for innovation and efficiency. Ability to translate consumer insights, trend research, and brand vision into innovative, premium footwear concepts that drive category leadership. Demonstrated ability to set clear design direction and lead multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring priorities and deadlines are achieved through strategic calendar and process management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the capability to integrate creative vision, technical feasibility, and commercial goals. Expertise in footwear construction, materials, lasts, and manufacturing processes, including cost-engineering considerations to balance creativity and business objectives. Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to lead, influence, and align global cross-functional teams toward shared strategic objectives. Proven ability to lead strategic alignment and decision-making across Merchandising, Development, and Planning teams, driving consensus and influencing outcomes to achieve shared business and creative goals. undefined 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 MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF†. To learn more about Vans‘ Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vans.com. Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?  Hiring Range: $138,240.00 USD - $172,800.00 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. 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 peopleservices@vfc.com. 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.