The North Face: Manager, Merchandising, Women's Apparel and Performance (Americas)

VF Corporation • Denver, CO

6d

About The Position

At The North Face we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore, Disrupt and to Lead. We were born to Love Wild Places and to Spark Curiosity. We believe that exploration is a mindset - both on the mountain and off the mountain - and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places, and people. 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 adventure-loving people, The North Face just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit The North Face Careers or www.thenorthface.com. Manager, Merchandising, Women’s Apparel & Performance (Americas) What will you do? A day in the life of a Merchandising Manager for Women’s Apparel & Performance at The North Face looks a little like this. As the Merchandising Manager for Women’s Apparel, you will be the leader of our Women’s Apparel Strategy while also owning the Women’s Performance Apparel categories. You’ll collaborate closely with Global and Regional marketplace teams to deliver consumer-right assortments that reflect TNF’s brand vision and cultural leadership. You need to be passionate about how consumers engage with products, trends, and the outdoor and lifestyle marketplaces. You are commercially driven, curious, and thrive in a team environment. This role will report directly to the Category Merchandising Director. Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience (preferred).
• 6+ years of experience in merchandising, product management, or related field; apparel experience strongly preferred.
• Deep Technical Outdoor Apparel product and consumer knowledge.
• Clear understanding of industry trends, consumer behavior, marketplace insights, and cultural influences that drive product decisions.
• Ability to interpret financial data, manage line plans, and maintain accuracy across multiple seasonal milestones.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of retail math, financial metrics, and profitability analysis.
• Excellent collaboration skills, including a proven ability to communicate with various levels of management and employees within the organization with clarity.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to influence cross-functional teams and drive alignment.
• Ability to think strategically and act tactically.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and adhering to calendar processes.
• Ability to foster a collaborative environment with Global and Regional Merchandising partners, as well as Planning, Channel, and Sales teams to achieve shared goals.
• Proactive approach to identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best solutions with a values-driven commitment to do what is right.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with experience in PLM systems
• Ability to work in an open environment with cross-functional partners.
• Computer proficiency, including specific job-required applications.
• Must be flexible and adaptive to change

Responsibilities

• Own seasonal merchandising strategy and line architecture for Women’s Apparel & Performance, ensuring alignment with regional strategy, brand vision, and financial goals.
• Operate as the Regional product expert for all Women’s Performance Apparel.
• Lead team of Women’s Apparel merchants through seasonal strategy execution and critical milestones.
• Drives Regional assortment plans for assigned projects/categories and reconciles line plan with channel merchandising plans at key milestones, to ensure alignment.
• Develop and Rank franchises strategies and optimize assortments based on historical and current product performance, identifying redundancies and opportunities for growth.
• Lead women’s apparel team in conducting marketplace and competitor research to inform seasonal direction and identify new consumer-driven opportunities.
• Maintain and update line plans throughout the season, ensuring accuracy and adherence to calendar milestones.
• Drive inputs into seasonal planning by gathering and analyzing financials, forecasting, competitor insights, line plans, and regional insights.
• Analyze historical data and current trends to identify business risks and opportunities, recommending strategies to achieve financial objectives across Women’s Apparel and Performance categories.
• Lead women’s team preparation and presentation of materials for key meetings, including line reviews and milestone presentations, driving alignment across global and regional teams.
• Demonstrate awareness of adjacent categories such as Men’s Performance Apparel, Equipment, Accessories, and Footwear to support holistic brand vision.
• Proactively lead ongoing communication with Regional Channel and Planning partners throughout the GTM process, ensuring a seamless flow of key information and alignment on assortment, financial targets, and distribution strategies.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager