Key Account Manager

Join Vans

Vans ® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. 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 are constantly inspired by the creative voyagers within our company and community. For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output. Our mission is to empower everyone to use 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 be yourself. We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY . And we are passionate about local COMMUNITIES . And most of all, we are a family that has fun together.

At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential.

Key Account Manager VANS.

Clients: Palacio de Hierro, Suburbia, Promoda & Privalia.

What you will do

• Develop the annual strategy of the assigned accounts according to the brand strategy.
• Calibrate monthly forecast according to risks and opportunities
• To be in contact with customers for monthly business reviews.
• Visit points of sale weekly
• Forecast control of markdowns and returns for inventory cleanup
• Be in constant communication with cross-functional areas to follow up on projects for assigned accounts.

Skills for Success

• Years of Related Professional Experience: 3 years in sales and account management.
• Experience in the fashion industry
• Educational Position Requirement : Bachelor’s degree in Financial/Math/Analytics or related areas.

What we expect you already know:

• Computer skills including strong Excel knowledge
• English written and spoken
• Demonstrated understanding of retail math and logistics. Identify opportunities and risks based on KPIs trends and develop execution plans.
• Demonstrated forecasting and P&L control.
• Collaborate with cross-functional areas to pitch new products, strategies, ideas, etc. to customers.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to drive the brand and account strategy
• High customer focus with the ability to drive for results
• Develops collaborative and diverse relationships
• Negotiating and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated. Extremely ambitious and hard working.
• Results and detail-oriented

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.

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

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.

We just have one question, are you in?