Senior Manager, GTM Operations (Timberland)

VF Corp.; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Sales incentive potential

Job summary

Timberland in New Hampshire is seeking a Senior Manager, GTM Operations to lead the global brand GTM process and translate strategy into calendars, milestones, and governance across brand and regional teams. You will manage the seasonal GTM calendar, track progress, and drive data-informed decisions.

The role requires 7–10 years in operational roles, calendar and process management expertise, and a proven ability to coordinate across Design, Development, Marketing and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in operational roles with calendar and process management.
• Experience coordinating with Design, Development, Merchandising, Marketing, Planning, Supply Chain and Commercial teams.
• Strong data governance and ability to manage PLM systems.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements across regions.
• Ability to present to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the seasonal global GTM calendar and processes with cross-functional teams.
• Track milestone progress, resolve bottlenecks, and create contingency plans.
• Provide reporting and analytics to support data-informed decisions.
• Ensure governance around GTM data quality across systems.
• Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams to align priorities with GTM strategy.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Operational excellence

Data governance

PLM systems

Calendars & timelines

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

At Timberland, we’re a force of nature. We’re a team that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward. The brand is widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and an eye toward the future, Timberland has a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and build 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 an team of fun, adventure-loving people, Timberland just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Timberland Careers or www.timberland.com.

Senior Manager, GTM Operations (Timberland)

A day in the life of a Senior Manager, GTM Operations at Timberland looks a little like this. Reporting to the Head of GTM Strategy and Operations, this role will lead the operational execution of the global brand GTM process, translating strategy into clear calendars, milestone discipline, governance, and cross-functional alignment across brand and regional teams. Key responsibilities include calendar and milestone management, process improvement, issue resolution, and readiness tracking to help deliver market-ready products on time. This role serves as a critical GTM operations partner, ensuring brand and regional collaboration is structured, visible, and consistently executed. Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more. Manage the seasonal global GTM calendar and processes, with product, marketing and commercial counterparts, aligning cross-regional and cross-functional timelines. Track milestone progress, proactively manage bottlenecks, create contingency plans, and solve operational challenges as they arise, ensuring adherence to the "One VF" way via templates and process governance. Ensure teams deliver high-quality work at each milestone and that key decisions are made at the right level and time. Provide reporting and analytics to drive data-informed decision‑making in support of seasonal GTM execution. Own governance around GTM data quality, ensuring milestone, calendar, and product information is accurate, consistent, and reliable across systems and teams. Identify process gaps and implement solutions to streamline workflows. Work with GTM leaders to connect operational priorities with overarching GTM strategies. Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams to build and maintain the multi‑seasonal collaboration calendar.

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 foundational 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 7-10 years of experience in operational roles, with expertise in calendar and process management.

The foundational skills you will need in this position are:

• Project management with the ability to coordinate with Design, Development, Merchandising, Marketing, Planning, Supply Chain and Commercial teams.
• Project management with experience resolving operational inefficiencies and implementing process improvements across regions.
• Operational excellence with the ability to develop and execute collaborative strategies that align with brand goals and present to senior leadership.
• Data accuracy and governance with experience in managing PLM systems and data integrity.
• Expertise in managing complex workflows and identifying process improvements.
• Experience managing calendars, timelines, and key deliverables for global launches.

Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?

Hiring Range: $104,000.00 USD - $130,000.00 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.

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Timberland has been making authentic boots, shoes, apparel and accessories since 1973. From our humble beginnings in Newmarket, New Hampshire, to a company spanning continents, cultures, ages, you name it – Timberland is more than a brand: it’s an incredible place to work, encouraging employees to get out there and always be on the lookout for adventure at every turn. That’s why we offer employees 40 paid hours of service time every year, discounts on ski passes, free kayak rentals (get them right here in the building!) and lots of other great things that’ll help get you outside. Not to mention, we’re only 10 minutes from historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire as well as a quick drive to some pretty great beaches and mountains. To find out about all of the cool things Timberland (and southern New Hampshire offers), visit timberland.com/careers.

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