The North Face: Global Merchandiser, Men's Apparel

VF Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Face, part of VF Corporation, is seeking a Global Merchandiser, Men's Apparel in Denver, CO. You will own the Men's Apparel product line from concept to go-to-market, leading cross-functional teams and translating consumer insights into innovative product solutions.

You will drive margin and assortment strategies, collaborate with global teams, and mentor junior merchants in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment tied to outdoor and performance apparel trends.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, product management, or a related product creation function, preferably within the apparel industry.
• Strong understanding of apparel product creation processes, including merchandising, design, development, sourcing, and go-to-market execution.
• Experience managing product lines, assortments, and line plans with an understanding of financial targets and margin management.
• Strong consumer, marketplace, and trend analysis skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable product strategies.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills.
• Proven ability to influence and lead across global, cross-functional teams.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance brand, consumer, and commercial priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of agility, adaptability, and comfort navigating change.
• Growth mindset with a passion for product, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own a portion of the Men's Apparel product line and drive concept through go-to-market.
• Lead cross-functional product pods, partnering with Design and Development teams to drive key product decisions.
• Build compelling product briefs that translate consumer insights and business needs into innovative product solutions.
• Achieve margin targets across assigned projects while balancing consumer needs and commercial success.
• Drive global assortment plans for your category and align with regional merchandising teams to ensure financial and marketplace objectives.
• Shape global segmentation strategies across consumer, category, channel, and tier.
• Present product strategies, assortments, and seasonal recommendations to key stakeholders throughout the go-to-market process.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, competitive landscapes, and business performance to identify opportunities.
• Collaborate globally across Merchandising, Design, Development, Sourcing, Planning, Sales, and Marketing to deliver best-in-class products.
• Mentor Associate Merchants, sharing best practices and merchandising insights.

Skills

Merchandising

Product management

Cross-functional teams

Go-to-market

Margin management

Market analysis

Presentation skills

Leadership

Business acumen

Organizational skills

Job description

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 (https://www.thenorthface.com/en-us/about-us/careers) or www.thenorthface.com (https://www.thenorthface.com/en-us) .

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Global Merchandiser, Men's Apparel at The North Face looks a little like this:

• You own a portion of the Men's Apparel product line and are accountable for the successful execution of your assigned category from concept through go-to-market.

• You lead cross-functional product pods, partnering closely with Design and Development teams to drive key product decisions throughout the creation process.

• You build compelling product briefs that translate consumer insights, marketplace opportunities, and business needs into innovative product solutions.

• You are accountable for achieving margin targets across assigned projects while balancing consumer needs, innovation, and commercial success.

• You drive global assortment plans for your category and partner with regional merchandising teams to ensure alignment with financial and marketplace objectives.

• You shape global segmentation strategies across consumer, category, channel, and tier, creating meaningful product distinction that supports sustainable growth.

• You serve as a category expert, presenting product strategies, assortments, and seasonal recommendations to key stakeholders throughout the go-to-market process.

• You analyze market trends, consumer behavior, competitive landscapes, and business performance to identify opportunities and inform assortment decisions.

• You collaborate globally across Merchandising, Design, Development, Sourcing, Planning, Sales, and Marketing teams to deliver best-in-class products and consumer experiences.

• You mentor Associate Merchants, sharing best practices, systems expertise, and merchandising insights that contribute to team growth and capability building.

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 merchandising experience, business acumen, and track record of delivering successful product strategies.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• 3-5 years of experience in merchandising, product management, or a related product creation function, preferably within the apparel industry.

• Strong understanding of apparel product creation processes, including merchandising, design, development, sourcing, and go-to-market execution.

• Experience managing product lines, assortments, and line plans with an understanding of financial targets and margin management.

• Strong consumer, marketplace, and trend analysis skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable product strategies.

• Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills.

• Proven ability to influence and lead across global, cross-functional teams.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance brand, consumer, and commercial priorities.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• High degree of agility, adaptability, and comfort navigating change.

• Growth mindset with a passion for product, innovation, and continuous improvement.

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred:

• Experience in performance and outdoor apparel.

• Global merchandising experience across multiple regions and channels.

• Experience working within a matrixed, global organization.

• Advanced analytical capabilities and proficiency with merchandising and planning tools.

• Passion for outdoor exploration and a strong understanding of the outdoor industry and consumer.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range

$73,440.00 USD - $91,800.00 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 [e-mail]. 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.

VF Diversity Vision StatementVF 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.